
Lesley Cookman
5 SeriesLesley Cookman is a British author known for her Libby Sarjeant detective fiction series. She holds an M.A. in Creative Writing from the University of Wales and has contributed to various magazines. Cookman has also taught writing, showcasing her diverse experience in the literary field.
In "Murder in Steeple Martin," the first Libby Sarjeant mystery by Lesley Cookman, Libby, an artist and former actress, directs a play at a village theatre. When one of her cast members is found dead, the investigation uncovers strange village relationships and ties to the play's wartime events, which were based on the true experiences of her friend Peter, the playwright. As Libby becomes entangled in the investigation, she must navigate her closeness to Peter to solve the murder.