A review by tmdavis
Death of a Dishonorable Gentleman by Tessa Arlen

4.0

This debut mystery by Tessa Arlen transports readers back in time to early 20th century England before the Great War. Lady Montfort's annual costume ball goes off without a hitch until someone finds the body of her nephew hanging from one of the gamekeeper's gibbets in a remote section of the woods. In addition, one of Lady Montfort's guests and one of the new maids have both gone missing. Lady Montfort convinces her housekeeper, Mrs. Jackson to help her investigate the murder alongside and unbeknowst to the local constable. What results is a very enjoyable mystery that addresses the issues of the day such as women's suffrage, class prejudices and the privilege of the rich. Downton Abbey fans will love this one!