Murder Comes to the Coast: Jeremy Vine’s New Novel Shines a Spotlight on Sidmouth
If you thought Sidmouth was all sea breezes, cream teas, and cliff-top strolls—think again. On April 24th, 2025, beloved broadcaster Jeremy Vine is bringing something a little darker (and a lot more thrilling) to Devon’s idyllic seaside town with the release of his brand-new murder mystery novel, Murder on Line One.
A Seaside Town with a Sinister Twist
Set against the stunning Jurassic Coast, Murder on Line One weaves a gripping mystery through Sidmouth’s picture-perfect streets and scenery. Jeremy Vine’s choice to anchor his debut novel in this charming coastal town isn’t just a creative setting—it’s a love letter to Sidmouth’s unique character.
In Vine’s tale, the familiar calm of Sidmouth is upended when radio host Edward Temmis, recently fallen from fame, is drawn into a chilling investigation involving the deaths of several elderly listeners—one of whom tragically perishes in a suspicious house fire near the coast. What starts as a quiet return to normalcy quickly turns into a pulse-pounding search for a killer hiding in plain sight.
The contrast between Sidmouth’s postcard-perfect views and the lurking shadows in Vine’s mystery only adds to the suspense. Readers will wander through Sidmouth’s familiar landmarks—Connaught Gardens, the Esplanade, Market Place—seeing the town through the lens of mystery and imagination. Expect your next walk through town to feel just a little more mysterious.
Whether you're a local who loves a good page-turner or a visitor looking to soak in more than just the sea air, Murder on Line One makes the perfect companion. It’s packed with suspense, seaside charm, and a touch of dark humour—everything you didn’t know you needed in a Devon-set whodunnit.
This is the first in what Jeremy Vine hopes will be a whole series of crime capers, and we’re thrilled Sidmouth is playing host to the debut.
Jeremy Vine’s Murder on Line One is out April 24th and available to pre-order now. Don’t miss your chance to see Sidmouth in a whole new light—through the eyes of a detective.