Staff Pick: A Taste for Murder by Matt Baker
Published on 23rd April 2026
A Taste for Murder is a perfect choice for a summer holiday read, set on the beautiful island of Capri. Recently widowed English detective Joe Mottram travels there with his teenage daughter, hoping for healing and reconnection. However, his plans are derailed by a suspicious death close to the family’s beachside restaurant.
I loved the dark undercurrent simmering beneath the island’s seemingly picturesque setting. This book beautifully describes Italian cuisine and the Mediterranean landscape, perfect for readers who like crime fiction that's both cosy and gritty.
Borrow A Taste for Murder by Matt Baker from you library.
Submitted by Ciara.