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3.38 AVERAGE
3.38 AVERAGE
adventurous
challenging
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Cozy, fun, and full of twists!
Goodness! It has been a long time since I read a nice cozy mystery that had so many elements that I was baffled the entire time! Definately worth your time, and absolutely recommended.
Goodness! It has been a long time since I read a nice cozy mystery that had so many elements that I was baffled the entire time! Definately worth your time, and absolutely recommended.
3.5 stars. This was a really cute Victorian cozy mystery similar to Agatha Christie in that it's a locked room scenario. I really enjoyed it and it was a quick easy read.
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Murder at the manor is described as a cosy mystery and I couldn’t agree more. I fell in love with Evelyn’s character quite fast and at the end even liked Tommy a whole lot too. All the characters have a clear presence throughout the book and Catherine revealed their true intentions and characters very smooth. What really makes this cozy is the intertwining and family bond in this book tho, but on the other hand, as I personally have some trouble with loads of people in a book, it might get confusing too. What I deffintely loved most were the reveals and plot twists. Catherine knows when to add what to spice up the story and how to end the story in a wholesome and complete way. The way the story ends and everything gets figured out gave me the typical ‘cheap detective turned to amazingly smart ideas’ vibe wich I loved, but isn’t that new either. Wich makes me land on a 3 star review. I enjoyed the book very much, finished it in 2 days because it read very smooth and the story wasn’t over complicated, but I wouldn’t read it again as it didn’t stand out to me that much either. This is a very enjoyable book to get you out of a reading slump as it keeps you wondering until the end, and I love that in a book!
*I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.
*I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
mysterious
medium-paced
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
August 1921, Evelyn and Tommy Christie are staying Hessleham Hall, home of his uncle, the Earl of Northmoor. But soon the Earl is dead and all the dinner guests confined to the house while the police investigate. Evelyn takes it upon herself to help.
An entertaining and well-written cozy historical mystery. A good start to the series.
An entertaining and well-written cozy historical mystery. A good start to the series.
This was an enjoyable historical cozy! I quite liked the characters and the whodunit was great. I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.
This is the first in a historical cozy mystery series and it was a delightful read. I especially enjoyed the sleuthing couple and the female role portrayed as back in those days women were rarely afforded such freedom. The mystery itself was enjoyable as well and made for a fun read.