Julia loves donning her gardening gloves for the first blooms of spring. But when out working in the local wildflower meadow, she does not expect to find a dead body…! Spring has come to Berrywick, and Julia Bird is determined to enjoy the fine weather. But not all life is in flower when she stumbles across the body of building expert Basil Crow next to a bright yellow digger. And Julia believes this is no accident. Julia’s suspicions are confirmed when forensics report a brutal blow to the head. Julia soon learns from pie shop owner, and Basil’s first wife Delilah , that he was not widely liked and left behind three failed marriages. Could one of his ex-wives have wanted revenge? Julia’s friend Tabitha was in a neighbourly dispute with him after he blocked her car in her driveway. But is this motive enough to kill? Then local choir singer Esmeralda is found dead in the woods. The police think the murders are unconnected. Unlike Basil, Esmeralda was a well-loved soul. Who would want her dead? Digging for clues, Julia realises that both victims had a link to the proposed redevelopment of the meadow Basil was found in. But would someone really kill to save it? Can Julia find the murderer before someone else is pushing up the daisies? A page-turning and totally charming cozy mystery set in the English countryside. Fans of M.C. Beaton, Faith Martin and Betty Rowlands will love the Julia Bird Mysteries! Readers are loving A Country Meadow Murder : ‘ Gripping … Addictive … Absolutely everything you could ever ask for in a cosy mystery … [I] devoured the whole book in just a few hours … Amazing … You will not be able to put it down!!… LOVED [it] … Absolutely page-turning!!! ’ bookworm86 , 5 stars ‘ Impossible to put down … Delightful … Fantastic … Keeps you hooked from the first bloom of spring to the final reveal… witty, suspenseful and utterly satisfying – a perfect five-star cozy mystery .’ jessaslibrary , 5 stars ‘A charming whodunnit with a loveable amateur sleuth and plenty of clever twists. I was hooked from the first chapter! ’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars ‘ A joy to read … kept me wanting to keep reading like crazy with an unforgettable ending.’ Goodreads reviewer, 4 stars ‘ I read [it] in one sitting . Full of wit, humour, red herrings, tension and twists and turns that left me with my jaw on the floor … Another must-read! ’ Bookish Jottings , 4 stars ‘ Endlessly entertaining … I could not wait to dive right in . And I was not disappointed.’ Netgalley reviewer, 4 stars ‘[A] comforting cozy atmosphere that draws you in quickly … Witty, heartfelt and cleverly plotted… Excellent .’ Book ‘em Reviews , 4 stars ‘ Wonderful … Brilliant … There is plenty to love and to make you smile .’ Jen Med’s Book Reviews , 4 stars ‘ I loved it … Wonderful … Had me chuckling … Fabulous .’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘ I read [it] in one sitting … Perfect .’ Goodreads reviewer, 4 stars ‘ Delightful … Exciting from start to finish . I loved the surprising twist, and the “I didn’t see that coming” aspect… I can’t wait for more!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Julia Bird mysteries are always a treat that keeps you reading … Excellent … Wonderful … Perfect .’ Scrapping and Playing , 5 stars ‘A quick one-sitting read … Perfect … Delivers just the right mix of charm, intrigue, and cozy mystery goodness, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read.’ Robin Loves Reading, 4 stars