A Matter of Love and Death: a historical mystery you don't want to miss

An absorbing 1930s mystery that you won't be able to put down  

Adelaide, 1931. Telephone switchboard operator Frances' life is difficult as sole provider for her mother and adopted uncle. But it's thrown into turmoil when she overhears a suspicious conversation on the phone, planning a murder.

If a life is at risk, she should tell the police; but that would mean breaking her confidentiality clause and would cost her the job. And practical Frances, not prone to flights of fancy, soon begins to doubt the evidence of her own ears - it was a very bad line, after all...

She decides to put it behind her, a task helped by the arrival of their new lodger, Phil. Phil takes her to a nightclub, where she meets charming but slightly dangerous club owner Jack. Jack's no angel - prohibition is in force, and what's a nightclub without champagne? But he's a good man, and when Frances' earlier fears resurface she knows that he's the person to confide in.

Frances and Jack's hunt for the truth put them in grave danger, and soon enough Frances will learn that some things are a matter of love and death...

What readers are saying:

"A very enjoyable read, where you can curl up and lose yourself in a time gone by." Alexina Golding - Bookstormer

"A story of love, family and friendship with a dash of mystery to keep you intrigued all the way through!" Rachel Broughton - Rae Reads

"I loved this whole story from the time period to the mystery. I couldn’t put this book down. And that ending is perfect." Jessica Bronder - JBronder Book Reviews

"A great read for people who like a combination of romance and a good old mystery to solve." Sarah Hardy - By The Letter Book Reviews

"I enjoyed the plot, it was very easy to read and I enjoyed the characters too – a great writing style and lovely fluidity." Donna Maguire - Donnas Book Blog

"It has the perfect combination of suspense and romance and will transport you to the warmer climes of the southern hemisphere and get you hooked on the bygone era of the 1930s." Debbie Binnersley - My Eclectic Reads