Natural Causes by Henry Cecil.
 
British legal satire meets murder mystery in Henry Cecil's witty novel, Natural Causes. When a judge humiliates a press tycoon, Alexander Bean vows revenge. Enter Sidney York, a shady character tasked with blackmailing the judge. But when York ends up dead, suspicion spirals, and the judge himself is under investigation for murder.
 
Balancing courtroom drama with laugh-out-loud moments, Natural Causes is a fast-paced whodunit with a twist. As the investigation unfolds, the judge must navigate a separate legal battle – a sensational libel case surrounding a controversial cricket match selection.
 
Packed with eccentric characters and sharp wit, Natural Causes is a captivating read for fans of classic British crime fiction with a touch of the unexpected.