Get Ready for Murder Most Dramatic

I’m thrilled to announce that Murder Most Dramatic, the second book in the Paula Langford series, is now available for pre-order on Amazon Kindle! Mark your calendars because it officially launches on August 11th—and the best part? It’ll be available on Kindle Unlimited from day one, plus in paperback for those who love holding a physical mystery in their hands (bonus: perfect for those lazy beach days or cosy armchair escapes).

If you’re new to the series, let me catch you up: the first book, Checked Out At The Imperial, introduces Paula as the Head Housekeeper at Brightcombe’s iconic Imperial Hotel. Her life takes a thrilling twist when she sets out to solve the untimely death of her best friend and colleague, proving she’s got more detective chops than you’d expect from someone who's usually polishing silverware.

Now, with Murder Most Dramatic, Paula steps away from the hotel lobby and into the heart of Brightcombe’s quaint seaside town, where a picturesque town meeting turns deadly after the shocking murder of a well-known councillor. When calamity strikes, Paula teams up with Detective Inspector Julian Merrick, not exactly her willing partner but the perfect foil as they navigate hidden rivalries, long-buried secrets, and a community on edge.

With the local theatre group’s future—and her husband’s freedom—hanging in the balance, Paula races against the clock to uncover who’s orchestrating the chaos behind the scenes. The stakes are high, and nothing in Brightcombe is quite as peaceful as it seems… Every smile hides a secret, and every scene is part of a deadly drama you won’t want to miss.

Fun bit of trivia (for the curious!): Murder Most Dramatic actually started its life as a murder mystery dinner party game I created for Murder In The House. While Paula wasn’t part of the original game, I expanded the story into a full novel set in Brightcombe, bringing her and the town to life on the page in all their salty, suspenseful glory. Think of it as the game that got a starring role—and a few plot twists of its own!

Whether you’re already hooked on Paula’s sleuthing or new to her world, this installment promises fresh seaside secrets, sharper-than-ever banter, and a very dramatic… well, you’ll see! Don’t worry if you haven’t read book one yet—jumping in here won’t leave you lost, but if you love series binges, Checked Out At The Imperial is waiting to welcome you.

Ready to dive into Brightcombe’s tangled webs? You can pre-order your Kindle copy today, and then settle in for August 11th when the book drops on Kindle Unlimited and in paperback.

I’d love to hear what kind of twists and turns you expect—or hope—to see behind the theatre’s red velvet curtains. Drop a comment, share your murder mystery dinner party stories, or just say hi! Your thoughts, shares, and reviews help keep Paula’s adventures going strong.

Thanks so much for your support—here’s to more quirky coastal mysteries, unexpected drama, and plenty of puzzling thrills ahead. See you in Brightcombe, where every act is a curtain call for suspense!