A review by chlo_ella
A Death in Diamonds by S.J. Bennett

4.0

I really liked this! Having read the others in the series (except the Christmas one), I knew I'd also thoroughly enjoy reading this too, especially with the setting taking us back to the late 1950's with a young H.M as well as following other characters to carry the storyline. I think if you haven't read the others in the series it doesn't really matter too much because of the time period changing from modern day to the 50's which is a bonus to dip your toe into it.

I think the mystery / murder in itself was cleverly written and although it began with a lot of description and setting the scene (again this is almost where you see the Queen's intrigue in solving crimes come into play compared to her being well-adversed in the first few books in the series), I also didn't guess who the murderer was, so again cleverly written to keep you guessing.

Overall, the characters were developed and really interesting (loved Joan), and I love the touch of adding some true events / facts into the fictional story adding another level of interest and making it more likeable and believe-able. Very easy, cosy crime novel that I will absolutely keep reading if more in the series came out!

Thank you NetGallery, the publisher and author for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review of this book.