Jude is pleased that her young friend Kerry appears happy with her new life and boyfriend. When Kerry asks Jude for help at their first wellness retreat, Jude attends, thinking it's the moral support her friend needs in this new situation, but soon it's her sleuthing skills that are required. The story focuses on the retreat, but the farm and its lovely characters, both animal and human, also feature. Granny Marriott offers her usual sage advice, and Jude's family keep her busy and grounded as always. It's a twisty mystery with some unlikeable characters and links to a tragic past. I enjoyed the rural settings, the complex characterisation and the engaging cosy mystery. I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

This was an amazing book! I just couldn’t put it down and I literally read this book in a day. I really enjoyed the story right from the start and I was gripped and as the book went on I just had to continue reading to find out what happened next. I really enjoyed all the twists and turns and I was so happy that it kept me guessing right up until the end. I’m not going to lie but I was shocked but I could also understand why he did what he did but murder isn’t the right way to go but my heart did go out to him. I loved all the different and quirky characters in this book as they really made this book so good. I absolutely loved this book and I look forward to reading the next book in this series. I would highly recommend reading this book if you love a cosy mystery that will have you gripped right from the start. That has an amazing story and amazing characters as well. I would like to thank Boldwood Books and NetGalley for this Advanced Readers Copy.

3'5 stars rounded up The Malvern Mysteries Book 7 Jude Gray is delighted to hear that her friend Kerry is setting up a wellness retreat with her new boyfriend. If anyone deserves to find peace and happiness, it's Kerry and a retreat at the foot of the Malvern Hills sounds perfect. So Jude - as good as any friend would - offers to pitch in, But the appearance of charismatic keynote speaker Indigo Sage setes Jude's instincts on edge. With his mystical mantras and too perfect smile, he strikes her more of a showman than a spirited guide. Still, he keeps the guests happy, and with a few new unexpected extra arrivals, Jude and Kerry certainly have their hands full. When a fatal accident shatters the peace, the weekend of relaxation descends into anything but tranquility. It did take me a few chapters to get into this story, the slow pace didn't help. Kerry and her partner George start a business doing wellness retreats. They are having their first retreat on the Summer Solstice weekend. They ave speakers and events lined-up to take place. George starts receiving threatening notes. This is a good cosy mystery. The characters are well-developed. The story centres around George, Kerry and the wellness retreat. Published 18th April 2026 I would like to thank #NetGalley #BoldwoodBooks and the author #KateWells for my ARC of #AMidsummerMurder in exchange for an honest review.

A Midsummer Murder brings readers back to the Malvern Hills with all the charm, wit, and gentle mischief that make this series such a pleasure. Jude Gray, ever the loyal friend, arrives ready to help Kerry launch her new wellness retreat—a place meant for sunrise yoga, herbal teas, and a little soul‑soothing serenity. But from the moment charismatic keynote speaker Inigo Sage sweeps in with his mystical platitudes and polished smile, Jude’s instincts start humming. Something about him feels… curated. The retreat quickly fills with unexpected guests, old acquaintances, and more emotional baggage than anyone packed intentionally. The atmosphere is deliciously tense: forced positivity layered over long‑buried resentments, the kind of brittle harmony that can shatter with the slightest tap. And shatter it does, when a fatal accident plunges the weekend into chaos. What follows is a delightfully twisty investigation, with Jude navigating egos, half‑truths, and decades‑old connections that bind the guests far more tightly than anyone admits. The Malvern Hills setting adds a lovely pastoral backdrop, making every revelation feel like a shadow falling across an otherwise perfect summer’s day. Jude’s no‑nonsense approach, paired with her dry humour and sharp intuition, keeps the story grounded even as tensions flare and secrets spill. The mystery is clever without ever losing its cozy warmth, and the cast of quirky characters—each with their own motives and misgivings—makes the unraveling deeply satisfying. Even readers new to the series will feel right at home. A charming, addictive cozy mystery that blends sunshine with suspicion and friendship with danger. Perfect for readers who love their crime light, lively, and laced with secrets waiting to bloom. with thanks to Kate Wells, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC