Mrs Pargeter series
About this book series
This is a book series by Simon Brett. It has 9 books. The first book was published in 1986.
All books of Mrs Pargeter series in order
- 1
A Nice Class of CorpseBrett introduces Melita Pargeter, his newest detective. Melita is a rich and vivacious widow whose mystery-solving talents come in handy when a murderer stalks a hotel for ...
January 1, 1986 - 2
Mrs, Presumed DeadAnother adventure awaits Mrs. Pargeter, a woman in her sixties with a touch more of bravery. She has relocated to a well-off community, yet there is something unsettling about ...
January 1, 1989 - 3
Mrs. Pargeter's PackageAlthough a trip to Corfu is not her typical holiday destination, Mrs Pargeter agrees to accompany her recently widowed friend, putting aside her reservations. However, things ...
November 5, 2007 - 4
Mrs. Pargeter's Pound of FleshMrs Pargeter has always been satisfied with her figure so she never saw the necessity to change it. However, she agrees to accompany her friend Kim to a health farm. One night, ...
January 1, 1993 - 5
Mrs. Pargeter's PlotMrs. Melita Pargeter, the widow of the beloved criminal Mr. Pargeter, sets out on a quest to clear the name of her dear friend, the builder known as "Concrete Jacket", who has ...
January 1, 1998 - 7
Mrs Pargeter's PrincipleGiven the opportunity to attend the funeral of the wealthy and esteemed Sir Normington Winthrop, Mrs Pargeter decides to go as his name is listed in the small black book left to ...
August 1, 2015 - 8
Mrs Pargeter's Public RelationsMrs Pargeter has come across the abilities of Public Relations in making evil appear good in the newest intriguing mystery. It is not her fondness for animals but Mrs ...
November 30, 2017 - 9
Mrs Pargeter's PatioA surprising discovery right beneath the patio of Mrs Pargeter transforms a calm and sunny June morning into a captivating quest for solutions in the newest addition to the ...
October 3, 2023 - 10
Mrs Pargeter's PastA gambler on the run. A widow with deep pockets. A pair of criminal brothers with a secret agenda. The new instalment of the quirky, inventive and charming mystery series ...
October 7, 2025