Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Under An Evil Star | 2020 | Jane Holland | Buy |
| 2 | The Tenth House Murders | 2020 | Jane Holland | Buy |
| 3 | The Part of Death | 2020 | Jane Holland | Buy |
| 4 | Murder By Mercury | 2025 | Jane Holland | Buy |
The Stella Penhaligon series follows an astrologer living in Cornwall who becomes involved in criminal investigations. Stella uses horary astrology, a traditional method of answering questions by casting charts, as an unconventional investigative tool. The series began in 2020 with three books published in quick succession, followed by Murder By Mercury in 2025.
Set against the Cornish landscape that features in much of Jane Holland’s fiction, the Stella Penhaligon books combine cozy mystery conventions with the unusual premise of astrological detection. The series appeals to readers who enjoy mysteries with a quirky protagonist and a strong sense of place.