Murder on Thames (Cherringham Series, #1) (Cherringham Cosy Mystery, #1)

by Matthew Costello and Neil Richards

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Murder on Thames: Cherringham, Episode 1 – Is the first episode of the cosy crimes series, Cherringham. Cherringham is a quiet town in the Cotswolds and begins a series that will feature Jack Brennan, a former NYPD homicide detective and Sarah Edwards, a single mother of two who works with technology.

Sarah has just returned to her hometown of Cherringham, and Jack has retired there enjoying time on his boat with his dog and a good drink. When Sarah’s friend is found dead and everyone assumes it was an accident, Sarah begins asking questions. While walking the river’s edge she meets Jack and questions him. He of course wants nothing to do with it, but after she leaves he begins thinking about what she said the police reported and that was highly unlikely. Thus, the two begin investigating.

As far as cases go, this had a Jessica Fletcher vibe, but was all rather easy to solve. Since it’s a novella and the start of a rather long serial I am ok with that. It had a nice set up, I liked the characters and the building relationships.

Neil Dudgeon narrated and did a fine job with the different characters from key players to suspects. While, I don’t think Jack’s NY accent was completely spot on, I am sure many a Brit have felt the same regarding American narrators. It was close enough and didn’t make me wince. Mostly my issue was with a few key words. Having said that I would happily listen to more of his audiobooks.

The Cherringham Serial has over 34 episodes and it looks like the Audiobooks are bundled into 3 to 4 episodes giving the listener 6-8 hours of enjoyment. (although some can be purchased individual) This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer