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abookwurm's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
vesper1931's review against another edition
mysterious
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
1814 While out walking the Earl of Wrexford and his wards discovery the body of inventor and government employee Jeremiah Willis. Their social calender takes them to Lady Constance's family where her nephew by marriage is the nephew of the dead Willis, who's secret plans have gone missing. Can the Wrexfords and associates find the plans and the killer.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its cast of varied and interesting characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its cast of varied and interesting characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
fiesta123's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
3.0
amflesch's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
maxroller's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-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
4.0
spaces_and_solaces's review against another edition
4.0
I do not have words to express my fascination of this genre. If anyone were to ask me, “if given a chance, would I visit the past or the future?”, I would unfailingly say The Past!! Since, that is not possible, I make do with History Texts & Historical Fiction
Andrea Penrose weaves a magical world full of historical intrigue with characters so rich and warm you can’t help but demand more of them. This series explores the world of mystery and suspense in the Regency era, (Years 1811 to 1820) & the protagonist are intelligent, quirky and you’d definitely want to be friends irl.
Book #6 of the Wrexford & Sloane Series did not disappoint! Charlotte and Wrex find themselves embroiled in yet another dangerous mystery, but this time the stakes are that much higher.
The characters in this book are more fleshed out, which gives rise to a deeper understanding of the plot and the ongoings during the Regency Era. As usual the banter between Wrex, Charlotte and the kids is smart, sharp, and funny.
The plot is unbelievably well researched with devious politicians & international affairs giving it an extra edge, but the pièce de résistance comes from the author’s strength of blending history & suspense together to create a wonderful story with a touch of romance.
Andrea Penrose weaves a magical world full of historical intrigue with characters so rich and warm you can’t help but demand more of them. This series explores the world of mystery and suspense in the Regency era, (Years 1811 to 1820) & the protagonist are intelligent, quirky and you’d definitely want to be friends irl.
Book #6 of the Wrexford & Sloane Series did not disappoint! Charlotte and Wrex find themselves embroiled in yet another dangerous mystery, but this time the stakes are that much higher.
The characters in this book are more fleshed out, which gives rise to a deeper understanding of the plot and the ongoings during the Regency Era. As usual the banter between Wrex, Charlotte and the kids is smart, sharp, and funny.
The plot is unbelievably well researched with devious politicians & international affairs giving it an extra edge, but the pièce de résistance comes from the author’s strength of blending history & suspense together to create a wonderful story with a touch of romance.
shropgirl's review against another edition
4.0
This is book six of the Wrexford and Sloane mysteries and the cuple are now married and Raven & Hawk are adjusting to their new lives.
Receiving an invitation to stay at her brother's sister-in-law and her husband, Charlotte and her family feel obliged to attend despite not really wanting to conform to the dictates of society which they will be bound to do so.
At the country estate they find that their hosts are trustees of the estate for their nephew, a mixed race child whose parents have died. His parentage is the cause of some racial tensions within the family. However, prior to Charlotte and Wrexford making the trip, Wrexford, Raven and Hawk discover a body floating in the Serpentine. A black gentleman, the body is identified as a well known inventor who it seems has managed to create, what in effect is a precursor to a machine gun. The blueprints have gone missing. Further enquiries establish that the dead man is the mixed race child's uncle. This probably is too much of a coincidence for this reader but Andrea Penrose needs this base to further the plot. A meeting by various heads of state with the Prince Regent and his gala means that there are plenty of suspects for the murder and the taking of the stolen plans.
Despite reservations of getting involved in another murder investigation and thus risk the security of the family it is of course inevitable that Wrexford and Sloane must do so.
I really enjoy this series. There is enough historical fact to provide interest, the characters are well drawn and the Wrexford contingent are now well developed, plausible and believable. The boys, Raven and Hawk are growing up and this too is explored in the novel as Raven begins to push against the boundaries of authority.
The solution was good, tension was raised and the plot moved along at speed.
The young nephew now named Falcon also becomes part of the group and his ability with mechanics and his breeding are an added dimension to Raven and Hawk moving away from their initial origins to a place in society. I am looking forward to the seventh book in the series but it seems that I will have to wait for publication. These books can be read as standalones but ideally they should be read in sequence. High recommended.
Receiving an invitation to stay at her brother's sister-in-law and her husband, Charlotte and her family feel obliged to attend despite not really wanting to conform to the dictates of society which they will be bound to do so.
At the country estate they find that their hosts are trustees of the estate for their nephew, a mixed race child whose parents have died. His parentage is the cause of some racial tensions within the family. However, prior to Charlotte and Wrexford making the trip, Wrexford, Raven and Hawk discover a body floating in the Serpentine. A black gentleman, the body is identified as a well known inventor who it seems has managed to create, what in effect is a precursor to a machine gun. The blueprints have gone missing. Further enquiries establish that the dead man is the mixed race child's uncle. This probably is too much of a coincidence for this reader but Andrea Penrose needs this base to further the plot. A meeting by various heads of state with the Prince Regent and his gala means that there are plenty of suspects for the murder and the taking of the stolen plans.
Despite reservations of getting involved in another murder investigation and thus risk the security of the family it is of course inevitable that Wrexford and Sloane must do so.
I really enjoy this series. There is enough historical fact to provide interest, the characters are well drawn and the Wrexford contingent are now well developed, plausible and believable. The boys, Raven and Hawk are growing up and this too is explored in the novel as Raven begins to push against the boundaries of authority.
The solution was good, tension was raised and the plot moved along at speed.
The young nephew now named Falcon also becomes part of the group and his ability with mechanics and his breeding are an added dimension to Raven and Hawk moving away from their initial origins to a place in society. I am looking forward to the seventh book in the series but it seems that I will have to wait for publication. These books can be read as standalones but ideally they should be read in sequence. High recommended.
sarahlreadseverything's review against another edition
3.0
I love this series, but this wasn't my favourite entry. The entire cast of characters was as brilliant as ever, but after this many books and a marriage, I think I wanted to see more of Charlotte and Wrex working *together* rather than most of the scenes being separate.
caraem3's review
informative
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0