23rd July, 2026
J. A. Harris is a local author, living in Kingsbridge, known for writing atmospheric, Agatha Christie-style cosy mysteries. Her books are set along the coast and countryside of the South Hams, blending classic mystery puzzles, local folklore, and hidden histories.
Her works center around the Harmony Stone Murder Mystery series, featuring a retired history teacher who stumbles upon suspicious deaths:
• The Mystery of Mossington Manor: The first book in the series, where Harmony unravels dark secrets in an old country estate.
• The Sailing Club Mystery: Follows Harmony as she house-sits and uncovers a thirty-year-old local town secret.
• The Shipwreck Dive Mystery: A maritime-themed mystery where a tragic diving accident on a Tudor shipwreck turns into a murder investigation.
If you enjoy her books, look out for new releases in the series. Book 4 ‘The Mystery of Applegate Farm’ is coming soon…
Amazon.co.uk : the mystery of mossington manor
Amazon.co.uk : the shipwreck dive mystery
Amazon.co.uk : the sailing club mystery