I was introduced to Louise Penny by Lisa from Oblong Books, whose recommendations are usually spot on. This is the first in a series of detective novels based in Canada, and featuring Agent Gamache. Lisa told me “the writing gets better as the series progresses” and I assume that is the case.

I enjoyed reading mystery in a new setting, but the narrative was a little clunky. I give this 2.5👍 out of 5👍.