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Amazon is running a sort of mini-Prime Day next week, but as they gear up for the main event, they've teased some early book and e-book sales. Since it can be hard to find the deals on British books specifically, we put together this email to highlight some of the best ones on sale today (and possibly beyond, it's hard to know how long some sale prices will stay valid). A few are exclusive to Prime members, but most are open to all.
Last time, we focused only on the ebook deals because they tend to be a lot cheaper - but we've included a section of hardcover/paperback deals at the end because we had a lot of requests last time. Keep in mind that virtually all books available as ebooks also have a physical copy option when you click through - and if your budget is tight, we recommend making a list of what interests you and taking it down to your local library. Most can help you out with physical copies OR ebooks as needed.
This will be kind of long, so in case you want to skip to a section, they are (in order):
- British Mysteries & Crime
- "Women's Fiction" & Romance
- Historical Fiction
- Non-Fiction
- Hardcover/Paperback Deals
Bear in mind - many books cross genres.
British Mysteries & Crime
- Legend in Green Velvet by Elizabeth Peters - Archaeology student Susan’s dream dig in the Scottish Highlands turns into a nightmare when a cryptic message and a brutal murder thrust her into a deadly mystery.
- The Queen of Poisons by Robert Thorogood - When Marlow’s mayor is poisoned during a council meeting, Judith, Suzie, and Becks are called in to investigate - but with no clear motive or method, the Marlow Murder Club faces their toughest case yet. Books 1 and 2, The Marlow Murder Club and Death Comes to Marlow, are also on sale.
- Murder in an Irish Village by Carlene O'Connor - When a man is found murdered in Naomi's Bistro with pink barber scissors in his chest, Siobhán O'Sullivan must solve the crime to clear her family's name.
- Murder at the Fair by Greg Mosse - At the idyllic Bitling Fair, Maisie Cooper anticipates enjoying treats and festivities, but rising tensions between the villagers and the domineering Lady Catherine soon turn deadly, leaving Maisie to uncover the truth before the fair's end.
- The Veiled One by Ruth Rendell - When a garroted woman is found in a mall parking garage and Chief Inspector Wexford narrowly survives a car bombing targeting his daughter, his partner Mike Burden must solve both mysteries before the elusive killer strikes again.
- The Oldminster Murder Mysteries Box Set - This three-book box set includes Norman Russell's An Invitation to Murder, An Antique Murder, and The Secret of Bagnett Hall.
- Shroud for a Nightingale by PD James - When a nursing student at Nightingale House is brutally murdered during a demonstration, followed by another mysterious death, Adam Dalgliesh of Scotland Yard must uncover the killer who's turned healing into murder.
- The Red House Mystery by AA Milne - Mark Ablett’s long-lost brother is found shot dead at his estate, and with Mark missing, it’s up to amateur sleuth Tony Gillingham and his friend Bill Beverley to unravel a clever, twist-filled mystery that A.A. Milne masterfully crafted as his only foray into crime fiction.
- Impostor by LJ Ross - Forensic psychologist Dr. Alexander Gregory, known for his ability to understand the darkest criminal minds, is pulled out of his quiet life to help the Garda hunt a ruthless killer terrorizing a rural community in County Mayo, where time is running out to stop the murderer.
- Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz - When editor Susan Ryeland receives the manuscript of Alan Conway’s latest detective novel, she expects the usual crime-solving tale, but as she reads deeper, she uncovers a hidden story of real-life murder, jealousy, and ambition.
- The Witches' Tree by MC Beaton - When the body of elderly spinster Margaret Darby is found hanging from a tree in the foggy village of Sumpton Harcourt, Agatha Raisin eagerly steps in to solve the case, but as more murders follow, the private village—and its resident coven of witches—presents more danger and mystery than she anticipated.
- Body on the Shore by Diane M. Dickson - When a woman's body washes up on Crosby Beach, DI Jordan Carr, leading his first murder case, must navigate Liverpool's underworld to uncover her concealed identity and find her killer, but the hardest question remains—why was she murdered?
"Women's Fiction" & Romance
- Tell Me How This Ends by Jo Leevers - Henrietta, determined to avoid emotions while transcribing life stories, is drawn into the mysterious past of terminally ill Annie, whose sister vanished in 1974, leading both women to confront buried truths that may help them heal before time runs out.
- A Week in Winter by Maeve Binchy - In a small Irish town, Chicky Starr transforms a crumbling mansion into a seaside retreat, where a colorful mix of guests—each with their own struggles and quirks—come together for a week of heartwarming discoveries, humor, and unexpected connections.
- The Forgotten Locket by Kathryn Hughes - Years after losing her mother, Tara Richards receives a mysterious key to a safe deposit box that sends her on a life-altering journey to Spain, unraveling secrets from 40 years ago and the fateful night that changed her mother, Violet's, destiny forever.
- Riding the Waves by Hannah Ellis - Damian, a surf school owner, is thrilled to spend the summer with his twin boys, but when their mother Amy—his old flame—returns to Hope Cove, their undeniable chemistry reignites, forcing them to confront their past mistakes.
- The Last Debutante by Julia London - In the Scottish Highlands, adventure-seeking Daria Babcock's encounter with a rugged laird takes an unexpected turn when he kidnaps her, but as she challenges his every move, she discovers a romance that neither expected.
- Bookshop Cinderella by Laura Lee Guhrke - When Evie Harlow’s quiet life as a London bookshop owner is upended by a devastating accident, she reluctantly agrees to Duke Maximillian Shaw’s audacious bet to turn her into the diamond of the season, but as she dazzles society, the duke finds himself falling for her.
Historical Fiction
- The White Lady by Jacqueline Winspear - This standalone by the creator of the Maisie Dobbs series is set in post-WWII Britain, where former wartime operative Elinor White is reluctantly pulled back into danger as she faces down a powerful crime family, risking her quiet life in rural Kent to protect her neighbors and confront her haunted past.
- A Summer of Discontent by Susanna Gregory - In the turbulent aftermath of the plague, physician-monk Matthew Bartholomew investigates the poisoning of three scholars in Cambridge, only to uncover criminal ties to those closest to him—while a trip to Ely embroils him and Brother Michael in a murder accusation against the local bishop.
- Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel - In 1520s England, as King Henry VIII seeks to annul his marriage and marry Anne Boleyn, the ambitious and cunning Thomas Cromwell rises to power, navigating the volatile king's whims and breaking the opposition—but at what personal cost?
- The Paris Winter by Imogen Robertson - Maud Heighton escapes poverty and hunger in Belle Époque Paris when she is hired as a companion to the enigmatic Morel family, but soon discovers their web of deception, drawing her into a dangerous world of addiction, betrayal, and revenge beneath the city’s glittering surface.
- A Time to Change by Callie Langridge - After seeking refuge in the derelict Hill House, Louisa Arnold is astonished when the manor transforms around her into its former grandeur, thrusting her into the world of the Mandevilles a hundred years ago, where she must unravel the secrets of the past to save both the house and those she’s come to love.
- The Redemption of Alexander Season by SG Maclean - In 1620s Banff, Scotland, when a poisoned young man collapses and is later found dead in disgraced minister Alexander Seaton's house, Seaton embarks on a dangerous quest to uncover the truth behind the murder and confront the darkness within others—and himself.
- Seaflower by Julian Stockwin - In Seaflower, Thomas Paine Kydd faces a court-martial that could ruin his career before being sent to the Caribbean, where he must navigate treacherous seas, battles, and his own survival aboard a daring naval cutter in the heart of war.
Non-Fiction
- The Great British Bake Off: Favourite Flavours - This official publication of the TV show features recipes from the hosts and a number of 2022 contestants.
- Golfing in the British Isles by Peter L. Gray - Full of gorgeous, full-colour photography, this book is part travelogue and part scenic showcase.
- To Marry an English Lord by Gail MacColl & Carol McD Wallace - This book examines the true stories of the women who inspired Downton Abbey - wealthy American heiresses who swapped dollars for titles.
- Scurvy by Stephen J. Brown - Scurvy tells the gripping true story of how the deadly disease claimed countless sailors’ lives in the Age of Sail, and how James Lind, James Cook, and Gilbert Blane separately helped to discover the life-saving cure, forever altering maritime history.
- The Time Traveler's Guide to Medieval England by Ian Mortimer - This book offers a vivid, immersive journey into 14th-century life, answering practical questions about everything from daily routines and food to fashion and medicine, revealing the gritty details of living in a world shaped by war, plague, and extravagant customs.
- A Visitor's Guide to Victorian England by Michelle Higgs - This book offers a vivid, immersive journey into 19th-century life, covering everything from clothing and transportation to etiquette and hygiene, blending historical facts with engaging stories.
Hardcover/Paperback Deals
- Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro - As adults, Kathy, Ruth, and Tommy reconnect and begin to unravel the unsettling truth about their time at the British countryside mysterious boarding school, Hailsham, and the extraordinary fate that binds them. By Japanese-British Nobel Prize winner Kazuo Ishiguro.
- The Holiday Cottage by Sarah Morgan - New release. Burned out and forced into a Christmas retreat at a cozy Cotswolds cottage, Imogen must confront her past and rediscover herself with the help of her client Dorothy, who’s seeking her own path to healing and redemption.
- Roald Dahl's Book of Ghost Stories - Roald Dahl handpicked 14 chilling ghost stories from masters like E.F. Benson and Edith Wharton, aiming to unsettle, disturb, and delight.
- Bridgerton Collector's Edition by Julia Quinn - This special lime green and pink hardcover edition contains the first two novels of the popular Regency series.
- Lord of the Rings Deluxe Hardcover Edition by JRR Tolkien - This special edition contains three volumes + an extensive new index for handy reference.
- The Nice & Accurate Good Omens TV Companion - Despite the controversy around Neil Gaiman, many may still appreciate the underlying work and creative effort put in by Sir Terry Pratchett and the hundreds of people involved in the production of the TV series - and if you love the series, you may find this guide useful.
- Dead Lions by Mick Herron - This is the second book in the popular Slough House spy thriller series (the basis for the TV show Slow Horses).
- The Mitford Affair by Marie Benedict - As World War II looms, novelist Nancy Mitford faces a harrowing choice between family loyalty and political duty when her sisters entangle themselves with fascism and high-ranking Nazis.
- Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney - Trapped on a tidal island during a storm, Daisy Darker’s family must confront their dark secrets as they're picked off one by one after Nana's mysterious death at midnight.
- Artfully Yours by Joanna Lowell - Aspiring baker Nina Finch gets drawn into a dangerous game when her art forgeries catch the attention of discerning critic Alan De'Ath, but as he hunts the forger, their growing attraction threatens to expose more than just secrets.
That’s the trouble with pain. It’s as contagious as a disease. It spreads from the person who first endured it to those who love them most. Truth isn’t always the highest ideal; sometimes it must be sacrificed to stop the spread of pain to those you love.
Nita Prose, The Maid
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