lindasdarby's review against another edition
4.0
A cozy little mystery that I really enjoyed. I probably liked this book better than the previous book. It is sad that the author died so there won't be any more of these books.
readbooks_fightpatriarchy's review against another edition
5.0
I don't generally read mysteries, but this book and its predecessor, both set in the town of Selchester in England post WWII/during the Cold War read so much like general fiction I almost forget there is a mystery to be solved. There is a classic, "vintage" style charm to these books and an easy pace to them. You care as much about the characters as you about solving the mystery. Unfortunately, the author recently passed away, so while there will be no more Selchester stories, but I look forward to reading her other works that are already published.
llkendrick's review against another edition
4.0
I think this sequel was even better than its predecessor! I really like all the characters and how they go about solving mysteries.
tobyyy's review against another edition
4.0
Another fun installment of this series! I wish that Edmondson had written more than 3 books in it. I’m quite getting to like Hugo and Freya and Georgia.
bannisterb's review against another edition
5.0
Even better than the first installment. A bit more intrigue and deeper digging into the recurring characters' lives and pasts. Light, but compelling with likable characters (even the less scrupulous and suspect). So many writers include so much minute detail, that Elizabeth Edmondson's quick scene-changing and lack of repetition in exposition and dialogue is actually refreshing. My only complaint is that they're over far too soon.
bekrecka's review
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
vsbedford's review
5.0
The second entry in the series does not disappoint and, being set during Christmastime, is a fantastic option when looking to curl up and read by the light of your tree. Ms. Edmonson does a particularly good job of deepening our understanding of the returning characters while painting a full portrait of the new Earl and his daughters. This is a mystery in which the mystery comes in a far second, which is normally not my style, but it is such an enjoyable read one really can't complain.
I received an advanced ecopy from the publishers and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I received an advanced ecopy from the publishers and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
ssejig's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The second in a trio of books, we again see Hugo, a secret agent for the crown, his young teen sister Georgia, and Freya, the cousin of a newly discovered earl. But there's a problem with this earl, it seems like somebody is trying to kill him. This is not exciting for him, nor for his two daughters who have also traveled from America.
It's Christmas, which is going to be a hard one this year since the earl was only recently discovered to be the heir and his half-sister, who expected to inherit, is less than happy to welcome a new sibling to the family.
There are family tensions, stolen paintings, and a body that ends up in the family hothouse. It's a lot but it built off the first book nicely. You don't have to have read the first book but it really wouldn't be as enjoyable.
It's Christmas, which is going to be a hard one this year since the earl was only recently discovered to be the heir and his half-sister, who expected to inherit, is less than happy to welcome a new sibling to the family.
There are family tensions, stolen paintings, and a body that ends up in the family hothouse. It's a lot but it built off the first book nicely. You don't have to have read the first book but it really wouldn't be as enjoyable.
athravan's review against another edition
5.0
A Question of Inheritance follows fairly closely on from A Man of Some Repute, with the empty space between the books revealing the shocking news that Lord Selchester had an heir in America. Strange things happen, some accidents appear a little bit too co-incidental and once again someone is murdered at the castle - it seems like a bit of an unlucky place! For a second time Hugo, with the help of his sister Georgia and Freya must use their investigative powers and smarts to try and figure out what exactly is going on.
I really like the setting of this novel and the proceeding novel, and love the descriptions of the castle and of village life in England in an era where class barriers were still there; but beginning to merge. The writing is lively, descriptive and easy to read, and the mystery kept me turning the pages. There some drama, some violence, some espionage and a bit of history and culture thrown in too, an excellent mix!
I would recommend reading A Man of Some Repute first, as it gives a great deal of backstory about most of the main characters in this novel and was an excellent read.
I really appreciate the opportunity given to me by NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer with an advanced review copy of this book.
I really like the setting of this novel and the proceeding novel, and love the descriptions of the castle and of village life in England in an era where class barriers were still there; but beginning to merge. The writing is lively, descriptive and easy to read, and the mystery kept me turning the pages. There some drama, some violence, some espionage and a bit of history and culture thrown in too, an excellent mix!
I would recommend reading A Man of Some Repute first, as it gives a great deal of backstory about most of the main characters in this novel and was an excellent read.
I really appreciate the opportunity given to me by NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer with an advanced review copy of this book.