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Murder at an Irish Castle

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by Ellie Brannigan
Traci Odom
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Rodeo Drive bridalwear designer Rayne McGrath expected her thirtieth birthday to start with a power lunch and end with champagne, lobster, and a diamond engagement ring from her fiancé. Instead, flat-broke and busted, she's on a plane to Ireland, where she discovers that she's inherited a run-down family castle. Uncle Nevin's will contains a few caveats—for example, if Rayne doesn't turn McGrath Castle around within a year, the entire village will be financially destroyed. With the fate of the town in her hands and rumors that Rayne's uncle's death wasn't actually an accident, she can't possibly go back to her old life in L.A. As the devastating truth about her uncle dawns on Rayne, it's not just her reputation that's on the line—it's her life. Featuring a sharp and endearing protagonist, a colorful and quirky locale, and twists and turns befitting an old Irish village, the first in Ellie Brannigan's mystery series transports listeners to a milieu as romantic as it is deadly.

  • Creators

  • Series

    Irish Castle Mystery

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    February 7, 2023

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9781666628739
      • File size: 267422 KB
      • Duration: 09:17:07

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Publisher's Weekly

      December 12, 2022
      Rodeo Drive bridal dress designer Rayne McGrath, the heroine of this delightful series launch from Brannigan (the Scottish Shire mysteries as Traci Hall), learns on her 30th birthday that her boyfriend and business partner, whom she was expecting to propose to her that day, has ditched her and emptied their joint bank account. Rayne’s sitcom actor mom insists she leave L.A. and her woes behind and fly to Ireland for the funeral of Rayne’s paternal uncle, Nevin, the lord of McGrath Castle in the village of Grathton. On arrival, Rayne is astounded to learn that Nevin’s will requires her to stay in Ireland as lady of the castle, much to the fury of Nevin’s illegitimate daughter, whom Rayne didn’t know existed. The will also requires her to bring the castle into the black and inject new life into Grathton. Rumors that Nevin’s death was not an accident put Rayne on the trail of a killer. An appealing protagonist and colorful supporting characters match the imaginative plot. Cozy fans will look forward to the next phase of Rayne’s Irish adventure. Agent: Evan Marshall, Evan Marshall Agency.

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Traci Odom introduces L.A. bridal wear designer Rayne McGrath and her fianc�, Landon Short. The novel opens after a birthday celebration as a hungover Rayne learns her beloved Irish uncle has died. At the same time, Short has disappeared. Rayne must travel to Ireland for the reading of the will while her mother stays behind to find Short. Odom excels at Irish accents. Her best portrayal is cousin Ciara, who resents Rayne. Repetitious dialogue and the mystery--almost an afterthought--are disappointing. But lively village descriptions, luscious meals, and busybody locals add fun. Odom's gutsy Rayne falls in love with the community and questions Short's behavior when he's seen in Mexico. Outstanding narration keeps listeners engaged. S.G.B. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine

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  • OverDrive Listen audiobook

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  • English

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