British Books Discounted for Prime Big Deal Days

Amazon is running their "Prime Big Deals" sale today and tomorrow, and while it really just sounds like an excuse for a sale, there are some legitimately great book deals. Some are exclusive to Prime members, but most are open to all. We've gone through to find the best British books included in the sale. Some sales are time limited, so remember the prices may change if you're reading this email much later than Monday evening.

Last time, we focused only on the ebook deals because they tend to be a lot cheaper - but as in last week's email, this one includes a section of hardcover/paperback deals at the end. Keep in mind that virtually all books available as ebooks also have a physical copy option when you click through. If your budget is tight, we recommend using this as an inspiration list and requesting what you like at 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 & Lighter Crime
Gritty Crime & Thrillers
First in Series Deals
"Women's Fiction" & Romance
Historical Fiction
Other Fiction
Non-Fiction
Hardcover/Paperback Deals

Bear in mind - many books cross genres.

British Mysteries & Lighter Crime

A Nice Derangement of Epitaphs by Ellis Peters - While vacationing in Cornwall, Detective Inspector Felse stumbles upon a graveyard mystery involving a legendary poet, smuggling, and two unexpected bodies, uncovering a dangerous trail of secrets that spans centuries.
The Mistletoe Murder & Other Stories by PD James - This collection features stories that showcase P.D. James’s wit and insight into human nature, from a Scotland Yard detective solving a Christie-esque mystery to a clerk hiding a dark secret, and a crime novelist confessing to her own past involvement in murder.
Murder at an Irish Wedding by Carlene O'Connor - When a celebrity wedding in Kilbane takes a deadly turn, Siobhán O'Sullivan races to clear her beau Macdara's name, navigating secrets and danger as she uncovers the truth behind the best man's murder.
A Meditation on Murder by Robert Thorogood - This Death in Paradise novel follows DI Richard Poole, struggling to adapt to Saint Marie's tropical setting, as he faces a puzzling locked-room murder at a luxury spa, where a guru is killed among a small circle of suspects, and an easy confession doesn’t quite add up.
Murder in Autumn by Lesley Cookman - Libby Sarjeant’s theater production takes a dark turn when a murder shocks the village, and as tensions rise over the show’s bold twist, hidden secrets in Steeple Martin complicate the case.

The Goat Parva Murders by Julian Worker - In the quiet hamlet of Goat Parva, DI Colin Knowles investigates the disappearance of a local voyeur, uncovering a tangled web of secrets, scandals, and murder that suggests nearly everyone has a motive.
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley - In the summer of 1950, young Flavia de Luce, a budding chemist with a fascination for poisons, finds herself enthralled when a series of strange events, including a murder, disrupts life at her family’s Buckshaw estate.
Birds of a Feather Mysteries by Marty Wingate - If you enjoy birdwatching and twisty mysteries, meet Julia ‘Jools’ Lanchester, an ornithologist’s daughter with a knack for solving crimes. This fun box set offers four witty mysteries that will keep you guessing.
Death on the Rocks by Hannah Ellis - Lily Larkin’s nostalgic trip to a Cornish island takes a dark turn when she finds a guest dead at the base of a cliff; convinced it wasn’t an accident, she digs for the truth, hoping to persuade the charming PC Grainger to join her in unraveling the mystery before it's too late.
The Dinner Lady Detectives by Hannah Hendy - When their kitchen manager is found dead in the school freezer, Margery and Clementine’s peaceful life is upended as they dive into their own investigation, determined to prove it's murder—despite someone’s deadly attempts to silence them.

Gritty Crime & Thrillers

The Last Murder at the End of the World by Stuart Turton - In a secluded island community protected from a deadly fog, the brutal murder of a scientist must be solved within 107 hours to prevent the fog from engulfing everyone, but with wiped memories, any of the inhabitants could unknowingly be the killer.
Just One Evil Act by Elizabeth George - When Hadiyyah, Azhar's daughter, is kidnapped, Barbara and Inspector Lynley delve into a complex case that goes beyond a simple abduction, forcing Barbara to confront difficult choices about loyalty, her job, and a young girl's fate.
Out of Bounds by Val McDermid - When a joyrider's crash uncovers DNA linking to a decades-old murder, Inspector Karen Pirie is drawn into a complex cold case and a parallel mystery tied to an old terrorist bombing, both unraveling into unexpected twists.
The Bigamist by Rona Halsall - After discovering her husband Sam has another wife, a pregnant woman’s world unravels as she confronts his double life—revealing that she, too, harbors dangerous secrets and is prepared to go to any lengths to protect herself.
Brighton Rock by Graham Greene - Seventeen-year-old gangster Pinkie Brown, driven by his warped morality, marries a naive waitress to cover up his crimes, but is pursued by Ida Arnold, a relentless woman seeking justice for his latest victim.
Skin by Mo Hayder - Jack Caffery and police diver Flea Marley race to uncover the truth behind a string of suspicious suicides linked to Elf’s Grotto, a mysterious quarry network, where a sinister predator may be lurking—and Flea’s investigation uncovers a chilling personal threat.

First in Series Deals

Last Request by Liz Mistry - DS Nikita Parekh is reluctantly pulled into a cold case with personal ties after human remains are found, uncovering painful secrets as she races to stop a rising body count.
The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood - 77-year-old Judith Potts teams up with two unlikely friends to form the Marlow Murder Club and solve a murder she witnessed, only to uncover a dangerous serial killer in their midst. Now a TV show (US PBS premiere Oct. 27). Books 2 and 3, Death Comes to Marlow and The Queen of Poisons, are also on sale.
The Founding by Cynthia Harrod-Eagles - Set against the Wars of the Roses, this series follows the powerful Morland dynasty through generations of triumphs and trials, from political upheavals to personal betrayals.
A Study in Scarlet Women by Sherry Thomas - Charlotte Holmes defies upper-class expectations, becoming an outcast on London’s streets. When her family is implicated in mysterious deaths, she must clear their names with help from friends and, under the alias Sherlock Holmes, face an elusive mastermind.
Maxwell's House by MJ Trow - Teacher Peter Maxwell’s quiet life is upended when his student Jennifer Hyde is found murdered, prompting him to investigate, as he can’t accept that one of his own would become a tragic crime statistic.

"Women's Fiction" & Romance

Just Last Night by Mhairi McFarlane - Eve, still secretly in love with her longtime friend Ed, faces life-changing events that reveal hidden secrets and force her to reconsider everything she thought she knew about her friends—and her future.
The Convenient Marriage by Georgette Heyer - To help her family, Horatia Winwood marries the Earl of Rule in her sister's place, only to find herself protected and unexpectedly loved as he fends off enemies and wins her heart.
The Borrow a Bookshop Holiday by Kiley Dunbar - After a breakup, Jude heads to a Devon bookshop for a healing getaway, only to find herself sharing the space with brooding Elliot. As they run the shop together, sparks fly—until Jude uncovers the secrets he's hiding.
Village Affairs by Miss Read - In the seemingly tranquil village of Fairacre, Miss Read faces turmoil as rumors swirl about closing the local school, stirring up resistance among villagers while she grapples with a resigning teacher and a difficult caretaker. This book is part of a larger series about the goings on in a small English village, with a couple other volumes included in the sale.
Belinda Goes to Bath by MC Beaton - Traveling matchmaker Miss Pym takes charge when spirited heiress Belinda Earle, banished to Bath, catches the eye of the Marquess of Frenton—despite his disdain for romance—determined to make this unlikely pair a perfect match.
Never Too Late by Angela Thirkell - In postwar Barsetshire, Edith Graham navigates romantic entanglements that leave her sidelined, while Mrs. Morland considers a suitor’s proposal, all as the community faces an unexpected loss that brings them closer together.

Historical Fiction

The Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin - In 1939 London, as war looms, Grace Bennett finds unexpected solace and community working in a bookshop, where the power of storytelling helps her and others endure the Blitz.
Graduation by Christopher C. Tubbs - In 1820, Lady Bethany Stockley, alias “Chaton,” sails aboard The Fox to expose traitors threatening the British Empire, navigating high society and deadly deception from the colonies back to London’s ballrooms.
Queenie of Norwich by LK Wilde - Born Ellen Hardy in 1900, Nellie rises from a harsh childhood and a life on the road to become the notorious Queenie of Norwich, navigating hardship and betrayal with resilience.
The Diamond of London by Andrea Penrose - Lady Hester Stanhope navigates the treacherous heights of Regency London society with wit and determination, defying convention to seek a love of equals, only to face betrayal, war, and the challenge of building a lasting legacy.
The Siege Winter by Arianna Franklin - In war-torn 1141 England, young Emma, disguised as an archer boy, finds herself under siege in Kenniford Castle alongside Maud, its resolute chatelaine, all while a relentless monk hunts Emma for her red hair.
The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows - In 1946, London writer Juliet Ashton begins an unexpected correspondence with the quirky members of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, discovering their wartime stories and forging connections that lead her to the island and change her life forever.

Other Fiction

The Boy Who Made the World Disappear by Ben Miller - Yes, that's Ben Miller the actor from Death in Paradise and Professor T. When Harrison, who struggles with his temper, receives a black hole at a party, he quickly learns the consequences of wishing away both the things he hates and loves.
The Winnowing Flame by Jen Williams - In The Winnowing Flame Trilogy, Tormalin, Vintage, and Noon battle an ancient evil as they rally war-beasts and face epic challenges to save their world from the relentless Jure’lia.
The Book Eaters by Sunyi Dean - Devon, a member of a secret clan who consume books for sustenance, faces a grim reality when her son is born with a sinister hunger for human minds instead of stories.
The Cautious Traveller's Guide to the Wastelands by Sarah Brooks - New release. On a perilous journey across the Wastelands aboard the Trans-Siberian Express, passengers with hidden motives confront danger, mysterious creatures, and shifting alliances as they uncover the train’s haunting secrets.
The Raven Spell by Luanne G. Smith - In Victorian London, a witch and a detective with lost memories team up to track a serial killer, uncovering dark secrets and a deadly mystery that could threaten them both.

Non-Fiction

Normal Women - Philippa Gregory rewrites 900 years of English history by spotlighting the impactful and often overlooked roles of women, from warriors to pirates, revealing their contributions to social and cultural change.
Embroidering Her Truth by Clare Hunter - This book looks at how Mary, Queen of Scots, used fashion to assert her agency and political influence in a time when women's voices were silenced.
Gentlemen of Uncertain Fortune by Rory Muir - In Regency England, younger sons faced the challenge of securing independent livelihoods with limited inheritance, and historian Rory Muir delves into their lives, blending well-known and obscure tales to reveal the realities faced by these “spares” in a society focused on primogeniture.
Great British Cooking by Jane Garmey - With over 200 recipes, this book brings classic British dishes—like Cornish pasties and steamed puddings—to American kitchens, offering everything from hearty breakfasts to sweet treats, all adapted with American ingredients and terms.
In the Frame by Helen Mirren - Helen Mirren’s illustrated memoir traces her life from her aristocratic Russian roots to international stardom, showcasing her journey through theater, cinema, and television, with personal photos and memories of the people and roles that shaped her remarkable career.
Britain's Last Frontier - Alistair Moffat’s Britain’s Last Frontier explores Scotland’s Highland Line, a historic and cultural divide from the Clyde to the northeast, tracing its impact from ancient times to modern-day Scotland through rich history and anecdotes.

Hardcover/Paperback Deals

His & Hers by Alice Feeney - In the small town of Blackdown, reporter Anna Andrews and Detective Jack Harper find themselves entangled in a murder investigation—each suspecting the other, as buried secrets surface and someone will do anything to keep them hidden.
Master & Commander by Patrick O'Brian - In the thrilling backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, British naval officer Jack Aubrey gains command of HMS Sophie and forms an unlikely, enduring friendship with physician Stephen Maturin, whose sharp intellect complements Aubrey’s bold spirit as they embark on a series of adventures filled with wit, battle, and intrigue.
Death Comes to Marlow by Robert Thorogood - In this Christie-style mystery, Judith, a whiskey-loving, crossword-puzzle author, teams up with vicar's wife Becks and dogwalker Susie to solve a locked-room murder when groom-to-be Sir Peter Bailey is found crushed in his study during a pre-wedding party.
Cosy: The British Art of Comfort - Laura Weir introduces American readers to the British art of cosy, a relaxed and indulgent way to create comfort and joy at home, celebrating simple pleasures like warm socks, crackling fires, and quiet walks, all wrapped in quintessential British charm.
All the Broken Places by John Boyne - At 91, Gretel Fernsby lives quietly in London, hiding a dark past linked to Nazi Germany. When she befriends a young boy downstairs, she must decide whether to protect her secrets or save him, facing a chance to make amends for past choices.
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman - In a quiet retirement village, the Thursday Murder Club—four friends who meet to discuss cold cases—takes on their first live investigation when a developer is found dead, and as more bodies surface, they race to catch the killer before it’s too late.

Perhaps there was no real point to our existence–or none that we could discern–and that meant that the real question that had to be asked was this: How can I make my life bearable? We are here whether we like it or not, and by and large we seem to have a need to continue. In that case, the real question to be addressed is: How are we going to make the experience of being here as fulfilling, as good as possible?

Alexander McCall Smith, The World According to Bertie

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