Crimella 1

'I try to write intriguing words that open eyes, shine a light, and protect, whilst laughing at the folly of us humans.' Crime Writer SCCunningham

ABOUT CRIMELLA Nettleacre Murders
3 female sleuths, opposites; an ex-glamour girl, an ex-policewoman, and romantic white witch, enjoy playing detective and dishing karma in their sleepy British village of Nettleacre. Until a witness-protection crime boss, a charming serial killer, and unseen entities, land on their patch to help with what starts as a simple missing person’s case and evolves into the sordid underbelly of an int'l organised crime gang run by greedy rich. A cozy mystery with otherworld twists.

READERS VIEWS 5 Stars

‘I devoured this’

‘Reminds me of real-life true crime’

'Unlike anything I had read before, in a good way!'

'The tone is where Crimella truly shines. The crimes are serious and at times brutal, but the humour, cheeky dialogue, and playful energy balance it out perfectly. There is romance, spice. One of the highlights is Anna, a woman in her 50s who is confident, desirable, and fierce, proving that strong and sexy characters are not limited by age'

‘One of those books that immediately tells you it's not going to follow the usual rules'

‘The action, lovable cast, and gorgeous English setting really make it stand out'

‘Mystery filled with dark secrets that kept me entertained from start to finish’

'Great mystery. Loved this, It was original. It pulled me in and had me playing detective lol. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat. Really enjoyed reading this'

‘Quirky bold characters and dark moments that kept me entertained from start to finish. Crimes balanced with fun, flirty, chaotic characters made this unique and enjoyable. I cannot wait for book two’

‘What’s brilliant is it mashes up cosy countryside vibes with supernatural shenanigans and great quick-witted chatter'

‘Unusual twists, playful cast, that feels fresh and different from typical mystery. Fun, weird, supernatural, and full of personality, you will enjoy this one’

'Really enjoyed this one! I ended up finishing it in an afternoon. It’s light, funny, the characters were interesting and likeable, and I especially loved the “sky helpers” element—it adds a unique twist. The mystery is handled by amateur sleuths rather than the usual police/CID setup. Definitely a fun start to the series!'

'What makes this book stand out is the cast. Alongside the three female sleuths, you get a witness protection crime boss, a surprisingly charming serial killer playboy, and unseen paranormal entities all sharing the same space. It sounds wild and it is. Yet it somehow works brilliantly'

'Bold, sarcastic, flirty, and chaotic, the banter keeps the story lively even when the subject matter turns dark and disturbing. A strong found family feeling, where loyalty and protection matter deeply.'

'Fresh, fun, and unpredictable. It mixes cosy village vibes with true crime elements, paranormal twists, and laugh out loud moments. If you enjoy intrigue, dark secrets, and unforgettable characters, this book is an entertaining ride from start to finish’

AUTHOR
Ex-crime investigator, ex-model, British born of Irish roots SCCunningham has written 30 books and worked in the worlds of music, film, celebrity mgmt, child charity, and crime (investigations, wanted and absconder unit, major crime team intel analyst, victim support). She ran a studio with rock musician Raf Ravenscroft ('Baker Street' sax), is proud mum to artist Scarlett Raven, and a retired recluse working from a writing den on the Sussex Coast, UK. Crime Writers' Association.

CAUSES
Veterans, child, animal, and planet protection.

STANDALONE CROSSOVERS
The Fallen Angel Series, paranormal
The David Trilogy, psycho thriller