Victoria Tait

Victoria Tait is a British cozy mystery author known for her vivid settings and determined female sleuths. Born and raised in Yorkshire, England, she draws inspiration from classic mystery writers like Agatha Christie and Dorothy L. Sayers, as well as the television series "Murder, She Wrote". Her works include the Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series, which features the free prequel novella "Hour is Come." Tait's stories blend intrigue, humor, and British charm, often centered around themes of tea and traditional settings.

Having spent years traveling the world with her military husband, Tait incorporates her life experiences into her writing. Her protagonists are supported by colorful yet realistic teams of helpers, creating engaging narratives that appeal to cozy mystery enthusiasts. Known for her evocative prose and page-turning plots, she crafts mysteries designed to be enjoyed with "a cup of tea and a slice of cake"—a signature element of her storytelling style.
A Treasured Journey Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 Antiques and Adversity in the Azores 2025
2 Mystique and Murder in Morocco 2025
3 Mayhem and Malice in Malta 2026
Cotswold Antique Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 An Auction of Secrets 2025
2 A Wicket of Lies 2025
3 A Pantomime of Peril 2025
Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 Hour is Come 2022
2 Fake Death 2022
3 Valued for Murder 2022
4 Bidding for Revenge 2022
5 Gavels, Tinsel and Murder 2022
6 Antique Tragedy 2022
7 Priceless Betrayal 2023
8 Deadly Performance 2023
9 Holly, Baubles and Murder 2023
10 Daffodils And Deadly Deeds 2024
11 Halloween Parade Peril 2024
12 Yuletide Market Murder 2024
13 Tartan, Treasures and Trouble 2025
Kenya Kanga Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 Fowl Murder 2020
2 Tusk Justice 2020
3 Rhino Charge 2021
4 Jackal & Hide 2021
5 Grevy Danger 2021
6 Wild Dog Revenge 2021
Waterwheel Cafe Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 Earl Grey and Shallow Graves 2023
2 Darjeeling and A Deadly Disappearance 2023
3 Vanilla Chai and A Vanishing Victim 2024
4 Chamomile Tea and A Copycat Crime 2024
5 Mint Tea and A Midsummer Murder 2024
6 Hot Chocolate and A Festive Fatality 2024
Victoria Tait Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Riddles: A Limited Edition Cozy Mystery Anthology 2023