A review by carina528
The Lady's Guide to Death and Deception by Katherine Cowley

4.0

I received a copy of this audiobook by NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. I have not read the first two books in the series, however the characters were so well developed, I didn’t feel that I was missing anything. This can be easily read as a standalone. Mary shines in this cozy mystery as a spy, and it was interesting to watch her tackle dilemmas that went against her strict moral code (dressing as a man, brandishing a pistol, learning to dance, kissing Mr. Withrow). The book also explores the familial dynamic between Mary and her sister Lydia. Their complicated relationship is on full display as they push through to ultimately Mary pushing aside her hurt feelings to being there for Lydia when she needs her most. All in all, I enjoyed the story of a female heroine in a historical setting playing a budding femme fatale. Mystery, romance, family angst. There’s something for everyone in Mary Bennet’s story.