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

informative inspiring mysterious medium-paced

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

4.0

A Death in Diamonds by SJ Bennett is a mystery featuring Queen Elizabeth, her husband, Prince Philip, and her household. In is a complex mystery with Elizabeth taking a relatively passive role, but actually being the one that solved it, although the authorities never knew. There is so much in this book, including the daily life of the royal family, palace and government intrigues, and murder. It is a compelling mystery, as is Elizabeth’s life. It was long and got complicated but was a genuine window into the days, weeks, and months of royalty. It included their trip to Canada and the United States, Elizabeth’s firm friendship with President Eisenhower, and a planned kidnapping of Prince Charles. 

Many of the characters have their personalities set by reality but Bennett has written them, especially Elizabeth and her household, so we can see them as real people. That she shows compassion is no surprise, as that had always been her mantra. Her relationship with her husband, from the inside, is loving and ordinary in many ways. This was a fun read for any fan of the British Monarchy, only sightly out-of-date.

I was invited to read Death in Diamonds by Crooked Lane Books. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #CrookedLaneBooks #SJBennett #ADeathInDiamonds