The Chester Christmas Market Murders (DI Emma Christie #5)

The Chester Christmas Market Murders (DI Emma Christie #5) by M J Lee is out now, published September 22, 2026.

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The Chester Christmas Market Murders (DI Emma Christie #5) Release Date: September 22, 2026

By M J Lee

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The Christmas Market should be Chester’s busiest—and happiest—time of year. Beneath the glow of thousands of fairy lights, traders welcome visitors from across the country, the mulled wine flows, and the city’s ancient streets come alive with festive cheer.

Then a man dressed as Santa Claus is found brutally murdered before the market opens.

Detective Inspector Emma Christie and her team are called in to lead a high-profile investigation. When a second body is discovered, the pressure intensifies from senior officers, politicians and a terrified public. As Christie digs deeper, she uncovers a web of corruption, blackmail and long-buried secrets linking the victims. Every suspect has something to hide. Every interview exposes another lie.

With Chester’s spectacular Winter Watch Parade just days away and thousands expected to line the city’s historic streets, Christie is running out of time. Because the killer isn’t finished—and the next victim could already be among the crowds.

Set against the striking backdrop of Chester’s historic Rows, Roman walls and glittering Christmas Market, The Chester Christmas Market Murders is a gripping British crime thriller, perfect for readers of Peter James, Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths, where every festive smile hides a secret—and anyone could be next.

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