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drops_everything_and_reads's review against another edition
5.0
The latest adventure for Beatrice Hyde-Clare aka the Duchess of Kesgrave does not disappoint. I really enjoyed how the author planted the clues along the way that led us to the killer, but also made space to continue to grow the relationship between the Duke and Duchess. The latter is also coming into her own as she realizes that she can send the footmen on errands to help her collect information.
Looking forward to the next book in the series!
Looking forward to the next book in the series!
amandajeanne's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
ksanders013's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
looneytunes_ana's review against another edition
5.0
5 stars
The speed at which I read this is probably unhealthy. But after stalking the kindle website for over a week just waiting for the release, it was absolutely worth it.
The speed at which I read this is probably unhealthy. But after stalking the kindle website for over a week just waiting for the release, it was absolutely worth it.
jcguzzetta's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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
4.0
This mystery seemed a lot more convoluted than the others. It was still fun & interesting! I always love more of Bea and the Duke. And Vera's unexpected volunteering at the beginning of the book was hilarious. Looking forward to seeing what she does next.
purplelorikeet's review against another edition
4.0
Beatrice Hyde-Clare doesn't believe all deaths in London are the result of a sinister plot. But in the case of Peter Huzza, she has a few concerns that it was not an innocent accident. With the help of her husband, the Duke of Kesgrave, she works it all out and solves the mystery.
I should point out that previously I had only read the first book in this series and so I have missed out on a few details from earlier stories. But that didn't stop my enjoyment of the tenth book in the series. I am a bit of a sucker for these regency cozy mysteries and this did not disappoint. There's a mystery, witty banter between the couple and some clever investigation.
Overall, a fun read that I give 3.5 stars. Thank you to Netgalley and Potatoworks Press for giving me an advanced reader copy. I am providing this review voluntarily.
I should point out that previously I had only read the first book in this series and so I have missed out on a few details from earlier stories. But that didn't stop my enjoyment of the tenth book in the series. I am a bit of a sucker for these regency cozy mysteries and this did not disappoint. There's a mystery, witty banter between the couple and some clever investigation.
Overall, a fun read that I give 3.5 stars. Thank you to Netgalley and Potatoworks Press for giving me an advanced reader copy. I am providing this review voluntarily.
heathermollauthor's review against another edition
3.0
I read the first in this regency cozy mystery series with Beatrice Hyde-Clare and An Ominous Explosion is number 10. I think the reason I didn’t read the intervening books is because I couldn’t get my library to buy them. I’m glad to see all the banter with the Duke of Kesgrave has paid off and Beatrice is a duchess now.
After recovering from her latest escapade, Bea and a crowd of spectators witness the death of a steam engine inventor in a horrifying explosion accident. But something about the incident doesn’t seem right to Bea and she sets out to prove that it was murder with Kesgrave at her side.
The beginning might feel slow for anyone who doesn’t know the side characters or who hasn’t read the previous book, but I stuck with it. Once the accident occurs and Bea takes center stage, things picked up. My complaint overall was that there’s a lot of telling rather than showing, not enough of direct conversations. Fans of the series will probably be satisfied.
I received an arc from NetGalley
After recovering from her latest escapade, Bea and a crowd of spectators witness the death of a steam engine inventor in a horrifying explosion accident. But something about the incident doesn’t seem right to Bea and she sets out to prove that it was murder with Kesgrave at her side.
The beginning might feel slow for anyone who doesn’t know the side characters or who hasn’t read the previous book, but I stuck with it. Once the accident occurs and Bea takes center stage, things picked up. My complaint overall was that there’s a lot of telling rather than showing, not enough of direct conversations. Fans of the series will probably be satisfied.
I received an arc from NetGalley
taliesien's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
prettyfaroutman's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-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