Murder on Thames

About This Audiobook

A body in the Thames isn’t the usual fare for *Cozy Mystery* territory, and that’s precisely why Neil Richards’ *Murder on Thames* works so well. Set in the sleepy Cotswolds hamlet of Cherringham—where everyone knows your name but no one’s in a hurry to spill secrets—the story upends expectations the moment a local woman is fished from the river. What follows is a tightly plotted whodunit that trades in stifling sherry parties for gritty riverside investigations, all while keeping the charm of a classic cosy intact. The writing balances wit with genuine suspense, avoiding the saccharine pitfalls of the genre without sacrificing its comforting rhythms. It’s a rare mystery that respects your intelligence while still leaving you eager for the next cup of tea and scone break."

"The audiobook’s real star is narrator Neil Dudgeon, whose effortless command of the material transforms Richards’ script into a living, breathing scene. His delivery of Jack Brennan—a former New York cop turned boatyard owner—channels the weary pragmatism of a man who’s seen too much but still cares too much to walk away. Dudgeon’s portrayal of the town’s eccentrics is equally sharp, whether it’s a gossipy vicar or a retired detective with more theories than facts. The pacing is brisk but never rushed, and the production’s clean audio ensures every whispered clue and splash in the dark feels intimate. If you’ve ever wanted a mystery that scratches the itch of classic cosies without the cloying sweetness, this is your antidote.