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It’s time to rewrite history with amateur detectives Flora Steele and Jack Carrington as they are called to a castle to unearth the clues of a murder most medieval…
Sussex, 1959. The sun is shining on the breathtaking castle as the Abbeymead Historical Society prepare their re-enactment of the Battle of Lewes. But the fun ends abruptly when council worker Alex Vicary falls to his death from the castle ramparts. A shadowy figure runs from the scene, but Alex was a beloved member of the community… who could possibly want him dead?
As Flora and Jack investigate further, they dig up troubles Alex kept buried from those closest to him. Perhaps he was pushed by his money-hungry landlord, Larry Morton, who was trying to sell Alex’s home? Or maybe his oldest and shiftiest friend, Bruce Sullivan, who gambled away the money Alex loaned him? Or could it be his wide-eyed new girlfriend, Diane Croft,who dodges questions about Alex’s death, and hides presents from another suitor?
But when Flora discovers an engagement ring among Alex’s possessions, she is stunned to learn that his relationship with Dianewas more serious than everyone thought. With whispers of another man fighting for Diane’s heart, were the battle lines drawn for love?
Then the body of a second member of the society is found, and the pair realise time is running out. Will history repeat itself with yet another death? Or can Flora and Jack catch their killer before the medieval murderer bids them both adieu?
A totally compelling and absolutely charming cozy mystery novel. Fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Joy Ellis will adore this unputdownable series!
Sussex, 1959. The sun is shining on the breathtaking castle as the Abbeymead Historical Society prepare their re-enactment of the Battle of Lewes. But the fun ends abruptly when council worker Alex Vicary falls to his death from the castle ramparts. A shadowy figure runs from the scene, but Alex was a beloved member of the community… who could possibly want him dead?
As Flora and Jack investigate further, they dig up troubles Alex kept buried from those closest to him. Perhaps he was pushed by his money-hungry landlord, Larry Morton, who was trying to sell Alex’s home? Or maybe his oldest and shiftiest friend, Bruce Sullivan, who gambled away the money Alex loaned him? Or could it be his wide-eyed new girlfriend, Diane Croft,who dodges questions about Alex’s death, and hides presents from another suitor?
But when Flora discovers an engagement ring among Alex’s possessions, she is stunned to learn that his relationship with Dianewas more serious than everyone thought. With whispers of another man fighting for Diane’s heart, were the battle lines drawn for love?
Then the body of a second member of the society is found, and the pair realise time is running out. Will history repeat itself with yet another death? Or can Flora and Jack catch their killer before the medieval murderer bids them both adieu?
A totally compelling and absolutely charming cozy mystery novel. Fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Joy Ellis will adore this unputdownable series!
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Author: Merryn Allingham
Series: Flora Steele Mystery #10
Publisher: Bookouture
Publisher: Bookouture
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Format: Kindle ARC
No. of Pages: 270
Date of Publication: November 20, 2024
My Rating: 4 Stars
MY THOUGHTS:
Alex Vicary has fallen to his death. Was it an accident or was it intentional? When bookshop owner Flora Carrington is asked to find out what really happened to the victim, she definitely agrees to help. She won’t be alone in her endeavors, as she and her new husband Jack begin looking for answers. Still newlyweds, currently Flora and Jack are splitting their time between their two residences due to their respective jobs and things are working out fairly well.
Knowing that Flora and Jack are seasoned investigators, a friend of the victim, Hector, pleads with Flora for her help to find the killer of Alex Vicary. Not so convinced as to why Alex has fallen to his death, Flora isn’t convinced as to why Alex fell to his death, so she agrees to help Hector, even though she told Jack she’d stay away from solving crimes. In fact, volunteering, as well as her bookshop responsibilities, Flora barely has the time. But, she is experienced and know where to go for answers, and that begins with where the victim died. It was at the rehearsal of a play, so that is where the suspect pool begins for Flora. Quite naturally, Jack quickly joins his wife in her endeavors.
Each of these books in the Flora Steele Mystery series can indeed be read as standalone novels. However, it may be beneficial to read at least a few of the preceding titles, as there is continuity that flows between the books in the series. I have consistently enjoyed Flora’s adventures, and I appreciate that Jack can temporarily suspend his writing to assist his wife. This is a thoroughly enjoyable story and an excellent addition to an equally enjoyable series.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this book for review. This is my honest opinion.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Merryn lives in a beautiful old town in Sussex with her husband and one last cat, Bluebell. When she’s not writing, she tries to keep fit with adult ballet classes and plenty of walking.
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