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Cream cakes, cucumber sandwiches, apple tarts and… poison? Lady Swift is trying to plan the menu for her wedding, until murder strikes in kitchens across the village!
Lady Eleanor Swift’s marriage to dashing Chief Inspector Hugh Seldon is just days away. There’s a lot to organise from the dress to the catering, including, of course, the all-important wedding cake.
But Eleanor is heartbroken when their chef, apple-cheeked Annie Tibetts, dies of poisoning. And as the doctor confirms her death wasn’t an accident, accusations fly around the whole community.
With more of the village struck down by the poison, Eleanor must unmask a killer who seems intent on spreading chaos amongst her nearest and dearest. Everyone is accusing their neighbour… and Eleanor is in a pickle as the seating plans for the wedding fall apart. But she soon has bigger fish to fry when the source of the poison is traced to a trusted establishment in town. Eleanor is certain they are being framed and that sabotage is afoot…
And when a sample of poisoned wedding cake is delivered anonymously to Hugh working at his station miles away in Oxford, Eleanor realises that while she has been planning for the future, her past has been catching up with her. Eleanor must race across the countryside to save her love from certain death. Can Eleanor find the proof in the pudding and save Hugh in time? And will the poisoner finally get their just desserts?
A gripping and totally twisty historical cozy mystery set in an English village. Fans of T.E. Kinsey, Catherine Coles and L.B. Hathaway won’t be able to put this down.
Lady Eleanor Swift’s marriage to dashing Chief Inspector Hugh Seldon is just days away. There’s a lot to organise from the dress to the catering, including, of course, the all-important wedding cake.
But Eleanor is heartbroken when their chef, apple-cheeked Annie Tibetts, dies of poisoning. And as the doctor confirms her death wasn’t an accident, accusations fly around the whole community.
With more of the village struck down by the poison, Eleanor must unmask a killer who seems intent on spreading chaos amongst her nearest and dearest. Everyone is accusing their neighbour… and Eleanor is in a pickle as the seating plans for the wedding fall apart. But she soon has bigger fish to fry when the source of the poison is traced to a trusted establishment in town. Eleanor is certain they are being framed and that sabotage is afoot…
And when a sample of poisoned wedding cake is delivered anonymously to Hugh working at his station miles away in Oxford, Eleanor realises that while she has been planning for the future, her past has been catching up with her. Eleanor must race across the countryside to save her love from certain death. Can Eleanor find the proof in the pudding and save Hugh in time? And will the poisoner finally get their just desserts?
A gripping and totally twisty historical cozy mystery set in an English village. Fans of T.E. Kinsey, Catherine Coles and L.B. Hathaway won’t be able to put this down.
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Author: Verity Bright
Series: Lady Eleanor Swift Mystery #21
Publisher: Bookouture
Publisher: Bookouture
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Format: Kindle ARC
No. of Pages: 398
Date of Publication: March 31, 2025
My Rating: 4 Stars
MY THOUGHTS:
Weddings are supposed to be something joyous. It seems that it would be anything but for Lady Eleanor Swift and her dashing fiancé, Chief Inspector Hugh Seldon. With her faithful butler Clifford and staff, Eleanor’s wedding plans were coming along smoothly, but a series of poisonings and the death of their chef just might derail things.
Eleanor, accustomed to the support of everyone around her, becomes increasingly concerned when a few townspeople start to harbor suspicion. Especially with Hugh’s role as a policeman, Eleanor is worried about both their safety and the future of their relationship. Determined to uncover the truth and regain their trust, Eleanor is determined to find the person behind the poisonings.
I absolutely adore this series, particularly Eleanor’s compassionate nature. It’s only fitting that this newly entitled Lady find all the happiness she deserves. Clifford, as always, holds a special place in my heart. This intriguing cozy mystery had so much promise, and I was not disappointed. I eagerly anticipate the next book in the series and can already picture the captivating setting.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
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