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Join us for a multi-layered mystery with a shrewd, empathetic sleuth- Blanche Cleans Up by Barbara Neely.  Spoiler alert! We will be revealing whodunnit so read before you listen.

In Mystery Business, there's an answer to a puzzling question.

There's an exclusive interview with the key witness in Case Notes and we crown another Queen of Crime.

In Purrcule Pawrot, there is a dramatic Hastings update.

We also discuss nosy neighbours, the Bechdel Test and sequin hotpants.

Mystery Mentions

Blanche on the Lam and Blanche Passes Go - Barbara Neely

NY Times article on Barbara Neely

AOB:  International Women's Day 2021 . Our IWD pledge: We will celebrate women's achievements. We commit to reading books that represent a diverse range of women and their experiences. 

Enjoyed the episode? How about donating the price of a mystery paperback (£7.99) to a women's charity? There are many incredible organisations that support women around the world.  Some of our suggestions are Bloody Good Period, Helen Bamber Foundation, Plan UK and Southall Black Sisters. Thank you.

Next book:Death comes to Pemberley by P.D. James

In the mood for more mystery? Check outEpisode 15- Black Water Rising (also a African-American protagonist but set in 1980s Texas)

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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.