Libby Sarjeant
4 books
The Libby Sarjeant series by Lesley Cookman has 4 books. Start with Murder in Steeple Martin (2005), then read the rest in the order below.
Libby Sarjeant reading order
Murder in Steeple Martin
Lesley Cookman
When retired teacher and amateur actress Libby Sarjeant settles into the seemingly peaceful village of Steeple Martin, she soon discovers that village life is anything but quiet. A shocking murder draws her into a web of secrets, rivalries, and hidden motives, and her sharp instincts prove difficult to ignore. As suspicion spreads through the close-knit community, Libby must navigate local tensions and dangerous revelations while seeking the truth. Blending classic village mystery with wit, character-driven storytelling, and a lively theatrical backdrop, this engaging whodunit introduces a memorable amateur sleuth.
Murder at the Laurels
Lesley Cookman
When a shocking murder disturbs the quiet community surrounding the Laurels, long-held secrets and simmering tensions begin to surface. As the investigation unfolds, the search for the truth draws an unlikely amateur detective into a web of deception, rivalry, and hidden motives. Combining classic village-mystery atmosphere with sharp character observation and understated humor, this engaging whodunit explores the secrets people keep—and the lengths they will go to protect them.
Murder in Midwinter
Lesley Cookman
When Bella Morleigh inherits a derelict seaside theatre from a relative she never knew, she expects questions about her family—not a dead body on the premises. Drawn into the mystery, Libby and Fran begin investigating the theatre’s secrets and the connections surrounding its enigmatic former owner. Set against a bleak midwinter coastal backdrop, this engaging cozy mystery blends amateur sleuthing, family revelations, and a richly atmospheric sense of place.
Murder by the Sea
Lesley Cookman
A seaside escape takes a sinister turn when an unexpected death exposes long-buried tensions within a close-knit community. Amateur sleuth Libby Sarjeant is drawn into an investigation where secrets, rivalries, and carefully guarded alibis make it difficult to distinguish friend from suspect. Blending classic whodunit intrigue with sharp observation, gentle humor, and vividly drawn characters, this engaging cozy mystery explores the hidden lives behind a seemingly peaceful coastal setting.