Cet auteur explore avec humour les frustrations et les défis quotidi de la vie de famille, en particulier à travers le regard de quelqu'un qui peine à s'adapter. Son style d'écriture se caractérise par des observations pleines d'esprit sur la manière de faire face à des situations inattendues et à une ménagerie d'animaux adoptés en constante expansion. Avec un ton d'autodérision caustique et une exaspération lucide, il capture le sentiment universel du chaos domestique. Son œuvre résonne par sa représentation honnête des réalités souvent ingérables de la vie et la recherche d'équilibre en son sein.
The investigation into a decapitated body found in the River Loire leads Lombard into a complex web of eco-terrorism, biomedical research, and the intrigues of French aristocracy. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a violent scheme aimed at saving the planet, revealing the dark intersections between environmentalism and power. The story intertwines personal and political stakes, exploring the lengths individuals will go to for their beliefs.
When an English expat is brutally murdered, his charred corpse left on a Loire Valley hillside, the police turn to juge d'instruction Matthieu Lombard to find the perpetrator.
Ian Moore recounts the humorous and chaotic experiences of his family and their quirky assortment of animals while seeking tranquility in rural France. Amidst the challenges of daily life, including stress and the inevitable messes from their pets, the Moores remain resolute in their pursuit of a peaceful existence, showcasing their resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
On the surface, Richard Ainsworth has life where he wants it. Middle-aged navel gazing and Olympic levels of procrastination are exactly what rural life in France should be about. Then crisis hits his posh B&B; when redoubtable housekeeper, Madame Tablier, is accused of murder. Even more surprisingly, it's the murder of a former fiance, turned brother-in-law. None of which the stubborn old woman denies. Valerie d'Orcay is having none of it and their investigation leads them to a strange tourist garden village, where backbiting, recriminations and even former colleagues provide a deadly scenario more tangled than knotweed.
When an English expat is brutally murdered, his charred corpse left on a Loire Valley hillside, the police turn to juge d'instruction Matthieu Lombard to find the perpetrator. A KILLER. A SAINT. A TOWN FULL OF WHISPERS When an English expat is brutally murdered, his charred corpse left on a Loire Valley hillside, the police turn to juge d'instruction Matthieu Lombard to find the killer. Instead, Lombard discovers a wealth of secrets, grudges and feuds in the idyllic town of Saint-Gense-sur-Loire. He begins to suspect that the remaining members of the Comit des Ftes know more about the death than they are letting on. But rather than towards an arrest, each clue he uncovers seems to point in one, unexpected direction: Joan of Arc. Is the answer to the murder hiding in the barroom gossip of the Lion d'Or? Or in another century altogether? The thrilling new crime series from The Times-bestselling author of Death and Croissants.
On the surface, Richard Ainsworth has life where he wants it. Middle-aged navel gazing and Olympic levels of procrastination are exactly what rural life in France should be about. Then crisis hits his posh B&B; when redoubtable housekeeper, Madame Tablier, is accused of murder. Even more surprisingly, it's the murder of a former fiance, turned brother-in-law. None of which the stubborn old woman denies. Valerie d'Orcay is having none of it and their investigation leads them to a strange tourist garden village, where backbiting, recriminations and even former colleagues provide a deadly scenario more tangled than knotweed.
A gripping murder mystery unfolds with a blend of wit and intrigue, appealing to fans of popular mystery authors. The narrative promises engaging characters and clever twists, set against a backdrop that keeps readers guessing. With the author's signature style, the story invites readers into a world of suspense and humor, ensuring an entertaining read for those who enjoy clever whodunits.
The sequel to Death and Croissants - now optioned for TV - by leading TV/radio comedian Ian Moore, perfect for fans of Richard Osman
The third book in the The Times -bestselling murder mystery series, by leading TV/radio comedian Ian Moore! Perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Julia Chapman, or MC Beaton'Cosy, quirky and wry, but most of all, hilariously funny!'JANICE HALLETT, bestselling author of The Appeal––––––––––––Richard Ainsworth's French B&B has been taken over by a production company shooting a historical film at the Château de Valençay. But everything grinds to a halt with the sudden passing of an actor under suspicious circumstances.To get to the bottom of things, Valérie Dorçay and Richard offer catering services to the hastily resumed production. There they discover that the vanity, duplicity and murder of an 18th century French court is nothing compared to that of a 21st century film set, with more heads yet to roll.
Follow the hilarious misadventures of Ian Moore and his family as their search for serenity in rural France leads them on a journey of chaos, commotion and comedy Comedian, mod and professional grump Ian Moore has had enough. Tired of being unable to park anywhere near his cramped house in a noisy town he doesn't like, he hatches a plan to move his wife and young son to a remote corner of the Loire Valley in search of serenity and space. Several years later, Ian finds himself up to his neck in bilingual offspring, feral cats, promiscuous horses, dysfunctional spaniels and needy hens; he's wrestling with electric fences, a foreign language, a mountain of animal waste and a wife who collects livestock like there's a biblical flood on the horizon, all while trying not to dirty his pristine loafers. But despite the ups, downs and increasing demands of Ian's showbiz career, the Moore family persevere in true Brit style to create a unique, colourful and ultimately rewarding life in their new home - à la campagne!
