One body falling from a tower could be considered an accident, but two is definitely murder… And Lady Poppy Proudfoot is determined to find the culprit!
Scotland, 1924: When Lady Poppy Proudfoot is invited to Glasgow University to celebrate a scholarship she generously established, she’s excited to return to her old stomping grounds. But the delightful champagne reception is interrupted by screams when a body plunges from the tower to the ground below…
While everyone exclaims at the tragic death of the young student, Poppy is instantly suspicious. Just moments before the body fell, tutor Mary Christie told her a student died falling from the very same tower eighteen years ago. Convinced another death is no accident, Poppy and the distractingly handsome Inspector MacKenzie begin to investigate.
As they do, they discover the murderer left behind clues – a threatening note referring to the death eighteen years ago, and a replica of the previous victim’s dress. Could it be Malcolm Kennedy, the porter with a grudge against privileged students? Or Mrs Lorimer, the jealous wife of a professor, who has a deft hand with a needle and thread? Or perhaps Mary Christie, who told Poppy about the first death, and might know more than she’s letting on?
When another young female student is found dead, Poppy knows that time is running out. And when she receives an anonymous note, asking her to climb the tower at midnight, she is terrified of what she might find. Can Poppy unveil the murderer before she, too, plunges to her certain death?
A gripping and page-turning whodunnit, this historical cozy crime novel is perfect for fans of the mysteries of Helena Dixon, Verity Bright, T.E. Kinsey and Catherine Coles.
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Publisher: Bookouture
Like the previous two books in the series, this latest installment is a true delight. I felt immersed in the investigation as Poppy followed each lead with determination and intelligence. I especially enjoy the way she carries herself. She excels when it comes to asking the right questions, noticing the details that matter, and refusing to be dismissed. The historical elements add an extra layer of richness to the story, and I love that Poppy is a woman who fully knows her own mind.
This is absolutely a series I plan to continue. Beyond the compelling mysteries, I’m invested in Poppy herself, as I can easily imagine her growth, her instincts, and her independence. And, of course, I can’t help but be curious about what might develop between Poppy and Inspector MacKenzie. With its engaging blend of intrigue, atmosphere, and character, this series continues to charm, and I’m eager to see where it goes next.
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