Praise for the series
“The perfect mystery to read with a glass of vino in hand.”
—Shelf Awareness, starred review
“Light and enjoyable… If you feel like taking an armchair tour of France, they hit just the right spot.”
—Mystery Scene Magazine
“Masterful.”
—Star Tribune
“Beautifully done.”
—Bookloons
“Decadent, delicious, and delightful, the Winemaker Detective series blends an immersion in French countryside, winemaking, and gourmet attitude with mystery and intrigue.”
—Wine Industry Network Advisor
“A fun and informative take on the cozy crime mystery, French style.”
—Eurocrime
“It is easy to see why this series has a following. The descriptive language is captivating... crackling, interesting dialogue, and persona.”
—Foreword Reviews
“The authors of the Winemaker Detective series hit that mark each and every time.”
—Student of Opinions
“Francophiles, history buffs, mystery fans, oenophiles will want to add the entire series to their reading shelf.”
—The Discerning Reader
“Intrigue and plenty of good eating and drinking... will whet appetites of fans of both Iron Chef and Murder, She Wrote.”
—Booklist
“One of my favorite series to turn to when I’m looking for something cozy and fun!”
—Back to Books
“Wine lovers and book lovers, for a perfect break in the shadows of your garden or under the sun on the beach, get a glass of wine, and enjoy this cozy mystery. Even your gray cells will enjoy!”
—Library Cat
“Recommended for those who like the journey, with good food and wine, as much as the destination.”
—Writing About Books
“The reader is given a fascinating look into the goings on in the place the story is set and at the people who live there, not to mention all the wonderful food and drinks.”
—The Book Girl’s Book Blog
“A quick, entertaining read. It reminds me a bit of a good old English Murder Mystery such as anything by Agatha Christie.”
—New Paper Adventures
“I love good mysteries. I love good wine. So imagine my joy at finding a great mystery about wine, and winemaking, and the whole culture of that fascinating world.”
—William Martin, New York Times bestselling author
“It is best consumed slightly chilled, and never alone. You will be intrigued by its mystery, and surprised by its finish, and it will stay with you for a very long time.”
—Peter May
The Winemaker Detective Series
Treachery in Bordeaux
Grand Cru Heist
Nightmare in Burgundy
Deadly Tasting
Cognac Conspiracies
Mayhem in Margaux
Flambé in Armagnac
Montmartre Mysteries
Backstabbing in Beaujolais
Late Harvest Havoc
Tainted Tokay
Red-Handed in Romanée-Conti
Requiem in Yquem
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Foul Play
in
Vouvray
A Winemaker Detective Mystery
Jean-Pierre Alaux & Noël Balen
Translated and adapted by
Sally Pane and Amy Richards
Copyright information
All rights reserved: no part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, without the prior permission of the publisher.
First published in France as
Boire et déboires en Val de Loire
by Jean-Pierre Alaux and Noël Balen
World copyright ©Librairie Arthème Fayard, 2006
English adaptation copyright ©2018 Le French Book
First published in English in 2018
by Le French Book, Inc., New York
Translation: Sally Pane
Adaptation: Sally Pane, Amy Richards, Anne Trager
Translation editor: Amy Richards
Cover design: Le French Book
ISBNs:
Trade paperback: 9781943998135
E-book: 97819439981128
This is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental.