Praise for Nicholas George and A Deadly Walk in Devon "Debut author George relates how Chase uncovers potential motives of other members of the walking group; in the process, Chase becomes a target for the murderer. George, whose own love of long-distance walking inspired the book, offers a satisfying mystery with a well-drawn interesting protagonist." -- The Washington Post "This appealing, first-in-a-series debut is a variation on the closed-house mystery, with distinct character personalities hiding deep enmities." -- Booklist "George's series debut is crisply written, laying a solid groundwork for further whodunits featuring an unconventional pair of sleuths in Chase and Billie." -- Kirkus Reviews "A fresh concept for a new series that offers readers the chance to see the English countryside. Those who enjoy Steve Burrows's birding mysteries may want to try this nature-heavy cozy." -- Library Journal "If you've ever considered going on a walking tour in the English countryside, think again! Avoid jet lag and join the intriguing group of trekkers in Nicholas George's A Deadly Walk in Devon and wander along a trail full of treacherous twists and turns to the absolutely gobsmacking reveal at the end of the path. Great fun!" --Leslie Meier , author of Patchwork Quilt Murder "You'll want to walk just about anywhere with retired police detective Rick "Chase" Chasen, a modern day Hercule Poirot.
" --Lee Hollis , author of Poppy Harmon and the Shooting Star "Take A Deadly Walk in Devon with Nicholas George in this suspenseful 'quozy' mystery, where every step uncovers a new secret in the picturesque English countryside. Full of colorful characters and plenty of plot twists, readers are led on a page-turning journey beneath the rolling hills and crashing waves . to the point of no return." --Frank Anthony Polito , author of Haunted to Death "Nicolas George delivers a cozy mystery that is reminiscent of the game Clue set in the English countryside. Great characters and a surprise ending. The perfect book to snuggle into." --Mary Kate Mason, Bank Square Books (Mystic, CT).