After being dismissed from the police force, Samson O'Brien returns to his hometown in the Yorkshire Dales to open a detective agency. The wayward black sheep receives a chilly reception from the villagers…none more so than Delilah Metcalfe, owner of Dales Dating Agency (as well as an endearingly naughty Weimaraner), who is especially put out when their businesses wind up sharing an office space. But the two former friends must put aside their differences when more than one of Delilah's lovelorn clients die under suspicious circumstances. Full of cozy charm, dry British humor, and clever twists, Date with Death—along with the follow-ups in the series, Date with Malice and Date with Mystery— will have readers hankering for a distraction-free day and a strong cup of tea! (AG)