A review by nebulous07
Last Seen in Santorini by Vivian Conroy

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Last Seen in Santorini is the second Miss Ashford Investigates series book. Drawn to the idyllic cover with blue, white and red splashes, this book did not disappoint! Vivian Conroy reels you with an exciting plot and beautiful descriptions etched with myths, superstitions and history. Atalanta Ashford is a great character, a cosy mystery sleuth slowly building her confidence and being highly observational, rational and empathetic. However, the numerous unanswered questions get repetitive, slightly hindering my reading experience. This resulted in the element of suspense being dragged on for far too long. The cosy mystery slowly evolves into a domestic drama with a memorable ending, and it is a delight when all the puzzle pieces come together. Even though this book is set in the 1930s, there's minimal reference to the time period. It can easily pass as a modern-day cosy mystery. If you're seeking a tropical getaway in your mind's eye, do not skip this one. It will be an excellent way to start the new year as this book releases on 6 January 2023.

Thank you to NetGalley & One More Chapter for giving me this e-ARC. This honest review is left voluntarily.