Press release Small Town Charm and Secrets Steeped in Tea: A Blend of Murder from J. New brews the charming Tea Leaf Mysteries November 17, 2025

From the author of The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries comes a delightful new cosy crime – A Blend of Murder, where every cup holds a secret.

London, November 2025 – dp books is delighted to announce upcoming release of A Blend of Murder by J. New, the first novel in the charming The Tea Leaf Mysteries series.

Meet Lilly Tweed – former agony aunt, proud purveyor of fine teas, and accidental sleuth. When Lilly loses her beloved newspaper column, she seizes the chance to follow a dream and open The Tea Emporium in the picturesque market town of Plumpton Mallet. But while the aroma of freshly brewed Earl Grey fills the air, not everything in this quaint English town is as peaceful as it seems.

When the body of a local woman is discovered in the river with one of Lilly’s letters of advice tucked into her pocket, Lilly is unwillingly drawn into a mystery that hits uncomfortably close to home. As she starts asking questions the police would rather leave alone, secrets begin to surface, and the quiet lanes of Plumpton Mallet start to whisper of deceit, betrayal… and murder.

Charming, clever, and full of warmth, A Blend of Murder blends the cosy familiarity of a tea shop with the intrigue of a classic whodunit. Fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman, and M.C. Beaton will feel right at home in Plumpton Mallet – though they might think twice before ordering a refill.

Author J. New has captivated readers around the world with her endearing characters, gentle humour, and pitch-perfect sense of mystery. Best known to the dp books community for her beloved Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries, she now returns with a brand-new heroine and series. A Blend of Murder marks the delightful beginning of The Tea Leaf Mysteries – where every cup holds a secret, and every sip could be deadly.

A Blend of Murder is now available for preorder on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited. Official release: 11th December — don’t miss the start of this delightful new mystery series that’s guaranteed to warm your heart (and chill your spine).

Curious about J. New and her latest series? Click here to step into a world of cozy English Villages, witty characters and thrilling mysteries!