Oxford Key Mysteries Series by Lynn Morrison

May 1941 - Money is missing from the coffers of St Margaret College.Bartholomew Kingston is on the cusp of figuring out who is siphoning funds from St Margaret College when his friend Clark reminds him of their evening plans. He sets his work aside and travels to London for a night out on the town.When he returns to work he makes a startling discovery: he’s dead. Even worse, Bartie is horrified to learn he is being blamed for the theft... moreMay 1941 - Money is missing from the coffers of St Margaret College.Bartholomew Kingston is on the cusp of figuring out who is siphoning funds from St Margaret College when his friend Clark reminds him of their evening plans. He sets his work aside and travels to London for a night out on the town.When he returns to work he makes a startling discovery: he’s dead. Even worse, Bartie is horrified to learn he is being blamed for the theft.As Oxford’s newest Eternal, Bartie has some new tricks up his sleeve. With the help of the other Eternals, can Bartie find the real culprit? Or will his name be tarnished forever?(This book is a standalone story featuring one of the characters from the Oxford Key Mysteries. You do not need to read the other books to enjoy this one and it does not contain any spoilers.) less

WELCOME TO OXFORD, WHERE MAGIC LIVES ETERNALLY EVERY AFTERWhen Natalie Payne accepts the Head of Ceremonies role at the University of Oxford, her first assignment is planning the spectacular autumn gala at St Margaret College. However, her plans are dashed when she finds their famed chef dead in the kitchen.If that discovery isn’t enough, the cat following her around is actually a four-hundred-year-old wyvern. He’s got news for her: Nat’s a prefect, with the magic of Oxford running in her veins... moreWELCOME TO OXFORD, WHERE MAGIC LIVES ETERNALLY EVERY AFTERWhen Natalie Payne accepts the Head of Ceremonies role at the University of Oxford, her first assignment is planning the spectacular autumn gala at St Margaret College. However, her plans are dashed when she finds their famed chef dead in the kitchen.If that discovery isn’t enough, the cat following her around is actually a four-hundred-year-old wyvern. He’s got news for her: Nat’s a prefect, with the magic of Oxford running in her veins.Nat’s got to solve the murder, find a new chef for the gala and get to the bottom of why Oxford’s magic is acting up. With the help of her wyvern, a band of Eternals and the savviest assistant who ever existed, Nat is sure to be a success.But can she do it before St Margaret loses its connection to the magic of Oxford?If you like cozy mysteries where ghosts walk the halls, paintings come to life, wyverns play around, and magic seems within reach, the Oxford Key Mysteries are sure to delight. less

A dead body buried under a pile of ageing manuscripts. A secret chamber filled with a treasure-trove of books and paintings.Nat returns to Oxford in January, this time based out of the historic halls of Barnard College. When she agrees to meet Mathilde in the college archives after hours, they hope to find information on the magic. They don’t expect to find a hidden chamber or stumble across another dead body... moreA dead body buried under a pile of ageing manuscripts. A secret chamber filled with a treasure-trove of books and paintings.Nat returns to Oxford in January, this time based out of the historic halls of Barnard College. When she agrees to meet Mathilde in the college archives after hours, they hope to find information on the magic. They don’t expect to find a hidden chamber or stumble across another dead body.Nat is scrambling to figure out if this is a crime of passion, a case of wrong place and wrong time, or whether something larger is a foot. Meanwhile, Mathilde and Kate are searching the hidden chamber for information on the magic’s origin. The last thing they need is Edward snooping around, wondering how the prefects are connected.Can Nat satisfy Edward’s curiosity without revealing the existence of Oxford’s magic?Can the prefects figure out how to restore Oxford’s magical border before someone else dies? less

Amateur sleuth mysteries with a dash of the supernatural and plenty of historyAs Oxford's new Head of Ceremonies, Natalie expects to face some challenges. However, stumbling across dead bodies wasn't on her list.With the help of newfound friends, a centuries-old cat, and some Eternal ghosts, Nat has a chance of solving the crimes. But... can she do it in time to save Oxford's magical protections? You'll have to read the books to find out... moreAmateur sleuth mysteries with a dash of the supernatural and plenty of historyAs Oxford's new Head of Ceremonies, Natalie expects to face some challenges. However, stumbling across dead bodies wasn't on her list.With the help of newfound friends, a centuries-old cat, and some Eternal ghosts, Nat has a chance of solving the crimes. But... can she do it in time to save Oxford's magical protections? You'll have to read the books to find out.If you like cozy mysteries where ghosts walk the halls, paintings come to life, creatures play, and magic seems within reach, the Oxford Key Mysteries are sure to delight. Each book contains a standalone mystery, but they are best enjoyed when read in order.This collection includes the first three books in the Oxford Key at St MargaretBurglary at BarnardArson at the Ashmolean less

Nat has identified the evil menace stealing Oxford’s magic. Can she stop them before it is too late?Natalie, Kate and Mathilde know who is wreaking havoc on Oxford’s magic. Now their challenge is to ensure they are brought to justice. When a film production comes to Oxford, it provides the group the chance to bait the perfect trap.But the film set is plagued with problems from the moment it arrives. Equipment is damaged, scripts go missing and the lead actress is poisoned... moreNat has identified the evil menace stealing Oxford’s magic. Can she stop them before it is too late?Natalie, Kate and Mathilde know who is wreaking havoc on Oxford’s magic. Now their challenge is to ensure they are brought to justice. When a film production comes to Oxford, it provides the group the chance to bait the perfect trap.But the film set is plagued with problems from the moment it arrives. Equipment is damaged, scripts go missing and the lead actress is poisoned.Nat and her friends will have to work fast if they want to salvage the production and trap the culprit.There’s just one problem: Has the evil menace caught onto their plans or is someone else trying to sabotage the show? less