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The Body at Bala Lake

The Nesta Griffiths Mysteries, Book 1

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The Body at Bala Lake

By: P. L. Handley
Narrated by: Tobias Weatherburn
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Nesta Griffiths had been hoping for a quiet retirement. But when she stumbles on the body of a former school pupil whilst walking her dog, the retired teacher just can't resist getting involved. Aided by her loyal Jack Russell and an unlikely teenage assistant, Nesta is determined to solve the case before her unwanted meddling infuriates the local police.

With a growing list of suspects and a murder victim riddled with secrets, the rural town of Bala is about to be turned upside down by this relentless amateur sleuth.

Get ready for twists, turns and an extra helping of local fish and chips in this heart-warming murder mystery. If you enjoy characters that make you laugh and endings that make you gasp, then you're in for a big treat.

The Body At Bala Lake is the first instalment of the Nesta Griffiths Mysteries, where murder is often far too close to home.

©2025, 2026 P L Handley (P)2025 P L Handley Cosy Crime Fiction Mystery Women Sleuths Exciting Heartfelt Feel-Good
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Funny and gripping at the same time. Well written and beautifully read. Cant wait for the next one

Gripping

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Could not put this down. Loved the location setting. Enjoyed all the characters. Nesta kept me interested and amused all the way. Perfectly written.

Personalities of all involved. Fabulous read.

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I took a chance on this as it sounded fun. I laughed my way through it. Hope there will be another one. Loved the length too, not too long like some, just perfect. Excellent writing and narration.

Brilliant surprise

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I admit I enjoyed this book a lot, it's a Welsh Miss Marple and I liked the Characters. The talented Vocal talents were what ultimately kept me interested as soon as I worked out who it was...

First time reader of P. L. Handley

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Well written short murder mystery easy listen. Well narrated, nice pace and a twist in the plot

Bala Lake

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