Major Bricket and the Body in the Bell Tower: A cosy crime mystery set

Major Bricket and the Body in the Bell Tower is the first volume of this cosy crime mystery series. Set in the quiet English village of Stunston Peveril in Suffolk, the story follows a retired officer who spends his Sundays gathering local gossip at church. The peaceful atmosphere shifts when Major Bricket finds a body dressed in a dog collar at the bottom of the bell tower stairs.

This work of fiction focuses on the Major as he uses his professional background in international secrets to investigate the mysterious death. While the villagers prioritize the Parish Council flower arranging rota, Major Bricket relies on his detection skills and the help of friends Nga Luong and Rod to find the killer. This mystery blends traditional British crime elements with a charming village setting.