About the Book

Bath, England, 1890. A book club devoted to detective fiction. And a murder that hits far too close to home.

Lady Amy Lovell, a mystery author and avid reader of crime novels, is looking forward to her upcoming marriage—until her fiancé is found murdered and Amy becomes the prime suspect. With scandal looming and her reputation at stake, she turns to the one thing she knows best: mystery writing.

With the help of fellow book club member Lord William Wethington, Amy applies her literary instincts to real life, sorting through suspects, secrets, and social niceties to uncover the truth. A Study in Murder is a classic historical cozy that blends Victorian setting, intellectual sleuthing, gentle romance, and the pleasures of readers solving crimes alongside writers who know the rules.

Join us to discuss bookish detection, gender and reputation in Victorian society, and why knowing mystery tropes might just save your life.

About the Author

Callie Hutton is a bestselling author of cozy mysteries and historical romance. She is known for her light, engaging style, strong female protagonists, and richly drawn historical settings. Her Victorian Book Club Mystery series combines her love of classic mysteries with late-nineteenth-century England, creating puzzles that emphasize wit, community, and deduction over violence.