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The Milkwood Murder Series - Book Tour and Giveaway

3/24/2021

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The Puccini Connection
A Milkwood Murder Book 1
by Sam Bond
Genre: Cozy Murder Mystery 

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An idyllic English village, a lovable heroine, and a Puccini-inspired murder. Who knew opera could be so deadly?

British expat, Josie Monroe, returns to the idyllic village of Milkwood and finds herself chief suspect in a family murder. Surrounded by cricket greens, duck ponds and lies, Josie must discover the culprit if she wishes to return to the US and Lady Belle DeCorcy is just the pal to help her.

Josie is a down-to-earth, classical music-loving pianist. Belle is a flighty, beautiful and slightly unhinged debutante, making the two amateur sleuths an unlikely and comically inept, team. As if Josie doesn’t have enough problems, she is also dealing with the “Witches of Milkwood,” an elderly trio convinced that Josie is the murderer and that Belle is one sandwich short of a picnic.

Living with a cantankerous cat named Elgar and her aunt’s handsome, but seemingly untrustworthy, lodger, Josie is also coming to terms with resurging feelings for her childhood sweetheart, Detective Inspector Adam Ward. Luckily, tea and tenacity will see her through, even if every time Josie hears Puccini she risks discovering another body.

The Puccini Connection is a cozy English murder mystery with a classical music-loving amateur female sleuth in a picturesque English village with quirky, lovable characters and an extremely grumpy cat. No cliffhangers, gore, graphic violence, sex or overtly strong language.


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​I took a deep breath. I could do this. I had done it a hundred times before. Okay, a couple of decades had passed since I’d last crossed the river, but it had never been difficult. I tottered down the bank, steeled myself and took a flying leap, landing perfectly on the nearest stone. I recovered my balance and prepared to take a second.
 
I swear I would have made it if it hadn’t been for someone calling my name, me looking up and my ankle turning, plummeting my body into the ice-cold water.
 
“Cluck a duck!” I spluttered, sinking to my knees.
 
I heard a sound and looked up. Adam stood on the far bank, doing a really bad job of trying not to laugh. Jeepers, I hated men. I made the mistake of trying to get back onto the rock, slipped and went belly first in the stream. You had to be freaking kidding me. Now I was wet from the waist down.
 
“Do you need help?”
 
I’m not proud of it, but I think I growled. I pulled myself to a standing position and decided to abandon the dry route. I was already as wet as a whale, I might as well wade across the river bed rather than risk another plunge. It was harder than it sounded. My sneakers were waterlogged and squidgy, and a sudden cool breeze caused me to break into goosebumps.
 
Finally, I reached the bank. I ignored the outstretched hand and hauled myself to shore. I made it as far as the grass before collapsing. I was wet, I was cold and I was humiliated. Could life get any worse?
 
“If you say a word, I’m going to hit you,” I said, not looking up. “I don’t care if I get done for assaulting a policeman. It’ll be worth it.”
 
Adam leaned over and put something warm around my shoulders. “Not a word.”


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The Unread Prophecy
A Milkwood Murder Book 2 

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It’s summer in Milkwood and life for piano-playing expat, Josie Monroe, is one picnic away from perfect.

When Josie’s newly discovered aunt is asked to participate at a local writing conference, Daisy jumps at the chance and ropes Josie in to help. A day in the idyllic Surrey countryside learning about love potions, lock picking and poisons — what could possibly go wrong?

However, when a bizarre murder occurs, events are set in motion that look likely to destroy the happiness of Josie’s new best friend, Belle DeCorcy.

Josie once again finds herself wellyboot deep in murder, mayhem and Maltesers. With Belle’s sanity hanging by the proverbial thread, Josie must discover the killer--or risk losing her best friend.

Join Josie, Belle, Daisy and the rest of the villagers of Milkwood for a romp through the British countryside in this delightful sequel to The Puccini Connection.

Set amongst the picturesque villages of Surrey, The Unread Prophecy is a cozy murder mystery featuring a classical music-loving amateur female sleuth, quirky, lovable characters, and the world’s grumpiest cat. No cliffhangers, gore, graphic violence, or overtly strong language.  


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​Eunice followed my gaze. “Meat fuel’s the blood,” she added, grasping a deadly-looking carving knife from the table and spinning it like a majorette in a baton twirling competition.

“So, Ms Perkins—”

“Perkins was my maiden name,” said Eunice, with a scowl. “Maiden! So antiquated, so patriarchal, do you not think?”


We all stood around and thought about this for a second. 

“I go by the goodly name of Mountjoy,” Eunice continued.

“Is your husband with you?” I asked, interested to see what type of husband Eunice had managed to snag. Warlock? Wizard? Public accountant?

“He is betwixt this world.” A smile coursed Eunice’s lips. “I poisoned him!”

“Oh, don’t be silly, Eunice,” said Mabel Jane, rescuing the knife and returning it to the table. “He got gastroenteritis eating snails in Marbella and died of complications.”



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Sam Bond is the best-selling, award-winning author of The Cousins In Action series for middle grade readers and The Puccini Connection, the first book in the upcoming Milkwood Murder series.

Sam was raised in a small village in England before moving to the States twenty-five years ago. When not writing you can find Sam behind the lens of a camera, playing Chopin, or reading one of the many books suggested by the three book clubs she runs. Sam has also been known to make a half-decent shepherd's pie and lives in Austin, Texas with her two daughters and a dog named Sausage.



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74 Comments
Bea LaRocca
3/24/2021 10:14:30 am

Such cute covers for a cozy mystery series involving murders! I love it! I enjoyed reading the synopses as well, they have left me intrigued. Thank you for sharing your book and author details and for offering a giveaway, I am looking forward to reading your stories

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Sam Bond
3/24/2021 10:28:45 am

Thanks for featuring today, Maia.

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Victoria Alexander
3/24/2021 09:21:58 pm

Thanks for sharing :)

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Bernie Wallace
3/25/2021 06:03:07 am

How long did it take you to write your book?

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Michele Soyer
3/25/2021 06:48:38 am

Love the covers!! They make me smile....

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Debbie P
3/25/2021 09:01:06 am

This sounds like a great series. Cute covers!

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Cathy Truman
4/4/2021 12:31:42 pm

I really like the cover. I am really looking forward to reading it.

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Jon Heil
3/25/2021 10:03:48 am

Looking good and hope brings success

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Marcy Meyer
3/25/2021 10:36:19 am

The covers are really cute.

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Wendy Jensen
3/25/2021 11:38:56 am

The book covers are entertaining.

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Peggy Salkill
3/25/2021 01:20:49 pm

Sounds good!

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Rita Wray
3/25/2021 01:36:02 pm

The books sound great.

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wendy hutton
3/25/2021 01:42:21 pm

very nice cover, congrats on the release

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Beyond Comps
3/25/2021 03:59:57 pm

Great cover!

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Amy F
3/25/2021 04:10:34 pm

Such fun covers!!

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Abigail Gibson
3/25/2021 04:52:59 pm

This book looks fabulous!

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Ann Fantom
3/25/2021 06:34:14 pm

I like the covers. They are cute with very nice artwork.

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James D
3/25/2021 06:58:52 pm

Sounds intriguing! I love the premise.

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David Basile
3/25/2021 07:00:42 pm

Looks interesting

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beth shepherd
3/25/2021 07:09:16 pm

This looks like a great read!!

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Sherry
3/25/2021 07:22:45 pm

I love the covers and the excerpts.

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bn100
3/25/2021 08:51:38 pm

fun cover

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Barbara Montag
3/25/2021 10:13:07 pm

This is an outstanding series - can't wait to read!
Thank you for sharing the review.

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Thomas Gibson
3/25/2021 11:23:42 pm

Nice cover and excerpt!

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Victoria Alexander
3/25/2021 11:29:41 pm

Sounds like a great series!

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Su - Canadian Senior Savings link
3/26/2021 08:28:23 am

It's so refreshing to find an author writing fiction that you can safely leave on your bedside table or coffeetable without worrying about youngsters picking it up and readng it. I like the covers for these mysteries too for the same reason.
Thank you for producing something parents and grandparents don't need to hide!

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Ginger Hafer
3/26/2021 12:28:55 pm

Great covers. They are both colorful and eye catching. Sounds like a book I would enjoy reading.

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aaron r
3/26/2021 12:54:14 pm

Looks really interesting to me I like the title a lot and that seems to appeal to me. The mystery of not knowing but the certainty in there is beautiful.

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Cindy Merrill
3/26/2021 02:05:26 pm

The story reminds me about an unsolved murder mystery related to my Great Grandfather.

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Francine Anchondo
3/26/2021 03:21:44 pm

What a cute cover.

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Susan Smith
3/26/2021 03:48:01 pm

Sounds like a great book. I like the excerpt and cover!

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Terri Quick
3/26/2021 08:15:45 pm

Nice cover

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Judy Thomas
3/28/2021 01:56:08 am

I love the fun covers.

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Angela Heerde
3/28/2021 02:14:39 am

I like the book covers.

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julie murphy
3/28/2021 09:21:13 am

Both the covers are really cute!

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Veronica Lee link
3/28/2021 10:57:50 am

Sounds intriguing! I love the fun covers!

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shannon zeidan
3/28/2021 11:10:20 am

These sound like such fun books. I'm excited to read them

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joy f
3/28/2021 02:12:56 pm

Sounds good.

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Richard Brandt link
3/28/2021 05:56:43 pm

I've heard a lot of people die in some operas....

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avm
3/28/2021 06:17:20 pm

it looks whimsical

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kelly tupick
3/28/2021 06:49:38 pm

The book sounds great, something i'd love to check out.

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Andreas Myrokis
3/28/2021 07:10:49 pm

Good luck with your book.

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Renata
3/28/2021 10:38:44 pm

I like the cover

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Rajeeva Jayaratne
3/28/2021 11:09:14 pm

Love it.

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Debbi Wellenstein
3/29/2021 03:58:05 pm

I enjoyed reading about these books. Thank you for the giveaway!

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Audrey Stewart
3/30/2021 06:59:55 am

Sam Bond is one of my favorite authors. I really enjoy her books.

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Buddy Garrett
3/30/2021 10:10:49 pm

It sounds like a great read. I love the cover.

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Kelly D
3/31/2021 02:29:52 pm

The book sounds great, very suspenseful.

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Robert Young
3/31/2021 03:44:33 pm

Thanks for sharing

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Laura Rubenstein
4/1/2021 01:56:01 pm

Sounds really good

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JEANETTE H SHEETS
4/3/2021 04:26:01 am

such fun covers,really makes me feel happy and want to read

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Julie Lundstrom
4/4/2021 03:07:46 pm

I like the cover of this book.

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Kari B
4/7/2021 09:25:27 am

Sounds like a fun mystery series with an engaging lead sleuth.

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Heather Mahley
4/8/2021 01:11:33 pm

Sounds really good

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Christy R
4/10/2021 09:58:45 pm

Nice art work on the covers. Best of luck with the books, and thank you for the giveaway.

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Karen M
4/12/2021 12:43:25 pm

I like the book covers. Books sound good.

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Carol G
4/13/2021 11:50:04 am

The covers are a nice combination of light-hearted, as befits a cozy mystery, and indications of mayhem/murder, with the blood splashes depicted.

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Karin
4/13/2021 11:54:51 am

Great book blurb and excerpt

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Nancy
4/14/2021 07:19:39 pm

I think that the covers of your books are colorful and attractive.

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Ellie Wright
4/18/2021 12:30:09 pm

This sounds like a great read. Nice cover!

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Karen A.
4/18/2021 04:34:18 pm

Cute cover and the book sounds good.

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Mary Cloud
4/21/2021 09:09:39 pm

Thanks for sharing - sounds interesting

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Paige Chandler
4/22/2021 01:18:35 pm

I love a good British romp. Good work.

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latisha depoortere
4/22/2021 03:57:29 pm

Thank you so much for sharing!

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Daniel M
4/22/2021 04:47:24 pm

like the covers

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Virgil Treadway
4/24/2021 12:04:18 am

Thank you!!!

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jose rosado
4/24/2021 10:52:13 am

What do you think of the books or the covers? Do you have any questions for the author?


Who could play Josie Monroe in a movie???


THX

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Betty Curran
4/24/2021 11:40:21 am

Loved the excerpt. Looks like a great read.

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Rick Mace
4/24/2021 01:37:03 pm

This sounds like a good read that will keep me interested.

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Doreen
4/24/2021 02:50:55 pm

Your book covers are so cute!

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Hesper Fry
4/24/2021 06:18:09 pm

I really like the book cover and the story sounds so good!

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Sarah L
4/24/2021 08:46:14 pm

Looks like interesting books.
Thanks for the contest. 

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Sand
4/24/2021 09:43:29 pm

Sounds like a good book!

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Jerry Marquardt
4/24/2021 10:47:03 pm

I would like to give thanks for all your really great writings, including The Milkwood Murder series, and wishing the best in keeping up the good work in the future.

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