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3.43 AVERAGE
3.43 AVERAGE
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I'm so happy to have found another satisfying mystery series. I love clever mysteries with characters I want to continue spending time with. Thankfully, there are many more books in this series.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Death, Gore, Infidelity, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Grief, Murder, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
medium-paced
Interesting characters with a somewhat captivating tale.
Solid quick cozy read. I enjoyed the setting, Lenox, and the supporting characters. I agree with others that the “reveal” was more drawn out, but I didn’t mind. Definitely continuing the series. This was also my first read for #marchmysterymadness 2019.
mysterious
slow-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
Good points: Some of the characters were very sweet. Bad points: the end went on far too long after the murder was solved. The narrator would say, "Now, let me tell you what happened...." It didn't really work.
It's not a bad start to a series, but a bit self-congratulatory. I thought the author was very conscious of starting a series and that it got in the way of the story in this book. That being said, I'm willing to try the next in the series.
This is the first in series and my first by this author. I loved the cover and the blurb, so I was excited to receive this book on my request from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. This was the perfect read for chilly, rainy afternoon--a steady pace, twisty plot, great characters, and a setting of 1860's London. When a servant girl is poisoned with an unusual substance the race is on to untangle the clues to find the culprit. I am excited to read more in this series.
#ABeautifulBlueDeath #NetGalley #KensingtonPublishing
#ABeautifulBlueDeath #NetGalley #KensingtonPublishing
This was a fun, entertaining read. A little predictable but with a little twist.
This author needs a new editor or proof-reader, however. I caught several inconsistencies that were minor but bothered me (such as he needed his carriage brought before lunch so he could dine with someone else but then it said he ate at home and he met the other person without eating with them...).
Not a big deal - enjoyable.
This author needs a new editor or proof-reader, however. I caught several inconsistencies that were minor but bothered me (such as he needed his carriage brought before lunch so he could dine with someone else but then it said he ate at home and he met the other person without eating with them...).
Not a big deal - enjoyable.
I liked the characters and setting, but the mystery was a bit dull. I will try another of his.
This one had a bit of a slow start, but I really enjoyed it once it got going. It also has a nice little romantic sub-plot.