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A Murder in Eight Cocktails
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  • Published: 14 July 2026
  • ISBN: 9781529945195
  • Imprint: Century
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Pages: 384
  • RRP: $38.00
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A Murder in Eight Cocktails

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14 July 2026
Hardback
26 Apr 2026
EBook
26 Mar 2026
Audiobook
26 Mar 2026
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A deliciously smart murder mystery from the author of This is Not A Game. Perfect for fans of Janice Hallett and Richard Osman.

Mix one old flame with a splash of suspicion for the perfect. . . murder.

In the seaside haven of Carmel-by-the-Sea, Willa Keane’s marriage is in a rut. As a retired interior-designer-turned-influencer, she’s sure life begins at fifty-five, whereas her husband, Marty, is more interested in watching his beloved birds.

So when Willa is invited to the opening of the chicest new cocktail bar in town, she hopes the evening will rekindle their flame. But arriving at the party, Willa is shaken to discover it’s being hosted by her charming ex-husband, Paul.

The night is thrown into even deeper chaos when the bar’s enigmatic owner is found dead on the rocks below. A suicide message suggests there’s no foul play, but Willa’s heightened senses aren’t so sure. Now she must solve the mystery together with her husband…and her ex-husband.

Can they find the killer before another victim is served their last cocktail?

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Praise for Kelly Mullen

'I adored this deliciously twisty and wickedly sharp murder mystery' Lucy Clarke
'Agatha Christie brought bang up to date' Clare Mackintosh
'A thriller with a twist!' Cosmopolitan
'Slick and witty' Daily Mail
'Entertaining from start to finish' Jennie Godfrey
'A stunning read. So gripping and atmospheric, I barely made it out alive' Steve Jones
  • Published: 14 July 2026
  • ISBN: 9781529945195
  • Imprint: Century
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Pages: 384
  • RRP: $38.00
Categories:

About the author

Kelly Mullen

Kelly Mullen is an author, producer and marketing executive. As an executive producer, her credits include the Academy Award-nominated movie Trumbo starring Bryan Cranston and Helen Mirren, and the AppleTV+ documentary Dads, which she produced with Ron Howard. Kelly’s creative work for brands has won more than fifty awards, including Cannes Lions and Clios. Her debut novel This Is Not a Game was called ‘fabulous, over-the-top fun’ by The Guardian and named one of Waterstones Best Crime & Thrillers of 2025. A Murder in Eight Cocktails is her second novel. She lives in London with her husband and their rescue cats.
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Praise for A Murder in Eight Cocktails

As fun as murder gets!

Stacey Halls

Snappy, original, and irresistibly fun - this book is brimming with surprises and leaves you thirsty for more!

J. D. Brinkworth

A wonderfully rich cast of suspects plus a murder in the classiest of locked-room destinations! Go mix yourself a Caketini, settle back and enjoy!

J. M. Hall

Every single character jumps off the page. This book will intoxicate you from the very first sip.

Jeremy Vine

A Murder in Eight Cocktails is a deliciously clever whodunnit, with Knives Out vibes and a glam, cocktail-soaked twist. It’s a smart, stylish murder mystery with irresistible characters, sharp humour, and a killer premise. I was thoroughly entertained!

Caroline Mitchell

A glamorous, witty and fun take on a whodunnit that kept me thoroughly entertained. Loved it!

Heidi Perks

Smart, stylish and full of heart. A Murder in Eight Cocktails is a straight-up delight from start to finish.

Tom Hindle

Jessica Fletcher for a new generation! I loved it.

Ragnar Jonasson

Stylish and wry, this is a sunlit whodunnit with excellent plotting.

The i Paper review

Kelly Mullen has absolutely proven she’s here to stay with A Murder in Eight Cocktails! This book has heart, humour, and mystery all stylishly shaken with the perfect dash of quirky characters. Not to mention one of the most clever premises I’ve ever seen - sleuthing that is set to the beat of artisan cocktails complete with actual recipes? Yes please! If you want a mystery that is both fabulous and fun, with the perfect amount of California flair, this is absolutely for you.

Kristen Perrin