The festive season is fast approaching.
Jane Austen fears that without her lively siblings at home, there won’t be much Christmas cheer in the Austen household this year.
But when she uncovers a skeleton in the cellar of Deane Parsonage, Jane soon forgets her woes. For who needs merriment, when there’s a mystery to solve?
Jane quickly learns of a missing young bride, who after fleeing her wedding breakfast, was never seen again. Locals have long believed she haunts the woods nearby. Could Jane have found her at last?
Or does the truth of this mystery lie closer to home?
Over the 12 days of Christmas, Jane will embark upon festive delights, making merry, and solving murders.
The Austen Christmas Murders by Jessica Bull is published on 13 November, 2025.
Jessica writes about the background to her novels in Bringing Jane Austen to life.
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