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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
An Agatha nominee for Best Historical Fiction, this was a fine introduction to the Beryl and Edwina mystery series. It as a fun cozy with two lively ladies leading the amateur sleuthing investigations. This novel is set in post-World War I England. The two protagonists complement each other: Beryl, the American, is outgoing and adventurous; Edwina, in contrast, is a prim and proper English woman who has fallen on financial hard times. When Edwina advertises for a lodger, she couldn't be more shocked when her former classmate, Beryl, answers the ad. The banter between the two and the story's pacing made for an enjoyable read. If you enjoy historical cozies set in small English villages, you'll want to add this one to your TBR list.
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
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:
Complicated
Edwina and Beryl used to be school friends before their lives took different paths. Edwina has enjoyed her life in a small English village but WWI has take it's toll and her estate isn't quite what it used to be. Beryl is an American adventuress who is looking for something quieter for a change. When she sees Edwina's ad looking for a lodger, Beryl sees it as a perfect opportunity to catch up with her old friend. Her sense of adventure can't stay quiet for too long and soon the friends find themselves investigating a murder. Loved their friendship and how their strengths compliment each other.
Setting: England
Cute cozy mystery, much of the “trigger” action appears off screen, female protagonist, cute without being trite or “syrupy”, accessible language, fast paced, older/single/female
Cute cozy mystery, much of the “trigger” action appears off screen, female protagonist, cute without being trite or “syrupy”, accessible language, fast paced, older/single/female