A witty and heartwarming Welsh village mystery where love, laughter, and danger all find their way into the hills of Llanfair.
When Constable Evan Evans proposes to his sweetheart Bronwen, he hopes for smooth sailing — but fate has other plans. A young woman goes missing on the slopes of Mount Snowdon, and as the search unfolds, Evan uncovers a web of secrets linking the case to his quiet community. With his wedding plans on hold and the pressure mounting, Evan must navigate village gossip, hidden motives, and more than a few surprises in this charming and suspenseful mystery.
In Evan Blessed, Rhys Bowen returns to the picturesque Welsh village of Llanfair, where Constable Evan Evans once again finds that crime doesn’t stop for romance. What begins as a missing person case soon turns into a dangerous investigation that hits close to home. As Evan digs deeper, he discovers that the beauty of Snowdonia hides dark undercurrents of jealousy, revenge, and heartbreak.
Blending humor, heartfelt moments, and atmospheric mystery, Bowen crafts a story rich in character and setting. Fans of her Evan Evans Mystery series will delight in this installment’s balance of suspense and small-town warmth — a perfect example of why Rhys Bowen is one of cozy mystery’s most beloved voices.
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A witty, atmospheric cozy mystery set in the Welsh countryside.
Features Constable Evan Evans — clever, kind, and quietly heroic.
Combines romance, humor, and suspense with ease.
A gentle yet engaging mystery that’s rich in local flavor.
Another standout entry in the Evan Evans Mystery series.
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of M.C. Beaton and Alexander McCall Smith.
Readers who love cozy British and village-based mysteries.
Cozy collectors seeking warm, intelligent, and character-driven stories.
Book clubs that enjoy gentle suspense with heart and humor.
❤️ Fans Also Liked
If you enjoyed Evan Blessed, you might also like:
Evanly Choirs by Rhys Bowen — another delightful mystery set in Llanfair.
Death of a Bore by M.C. Beaton — Scottish humor and small-village intrigue.
The Windsor Knot by S.J. Bennett — a charming royal-themed British cozy.
Evan Blessed by Rhys Bowen
Title: Evan Blessed
Author: Rhys Bowen
Primary Genre: Cozy Mystery / British Mystery/ Small-Town Fiction / Welsh Fiction / Contemporary Fiction
Publication Year: 2005
Publisher: St. Martin’s Minotaur
ISBN-13: 9780312332068
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Condition: Like New — Crisp, clean pages and bright dust jacket; appears unread.
Edition: First Edition

