aalamb's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
momreads's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
thestateofash's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
emjayreads's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
beautifulminutiae's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
thewordwitch's review against another edition
5.0
I'd like to thank Edelweiss for the ARC of this book. Opinions expressed are entirely my own.
I have been a long-time fan of the Myrtle Hardcastle mysteries. I wish these books had been around when I was younger because I would have absolutely devoured them.
There are so many things to appreciate. Bunce always comes through with the research that influences her cases, and when I read her little add-on in the back, it feels like a secret treat to know all the historical information behind it. The footnotes that explain the etymology of certain words give you both an insight into Myrtle and educate you. I love it.
The mystery in this book, as it is in her others, is layered. It wasn't something I figured out before Myrtle, which is refreshing. I find that in a lot of thrillers geared towards adults, I've figured things out long before anyone in the book has. A satisfying mystery is a treasure.
Another thing to appreciate is that Myrtle's opinion isn't glossed over by adults, but is taken into consideration. She is just as much a part of the solution as her father and Ms. Judson. (Added bonus in this book are some very comedic moments with her father after his surgery and when Myrtle becomes a bit more of a responsible adult.) There's a certain whimsy to her relationship with her dad, and I love it.
This book is a perfect gem, and I think my favorite part is the promise of another in the series.
I have been a long-time fan of the Myrtle Hardcastle mysteries. I wish these books had been around when I was younger because I would have absolutely devoured them.
There are so many things to appreciate. Bunce always comes through with the research that influences her cases, and when I read her little add-on in the back, it feels like a secret treat to know all the historical information behind it. The footnotes that explain the etymology of certain words give you both an insight into Myrtle and educate you. I love it.
The mystery in this book, as it is in her others, is layered. It wasn't something I figured out before Myrtle, which is refreshing. I find that in a lot of thrillers geared towards adults, I've figured things out long before anyone in the book has. A satisfying mystery is a treasure.
Another thing to appreciate is that Myrtle's opinion isn't glossed over by adults, but is taken into consideration. She is just as much a part of the solution as her father and Ms. Judson. (Added bonus in this book are some very comedic moments with her father after his surgery and when Myrtle becomes a bit more of a responsible adult.) There's a certain whimsy to her relationship with her dad, and I love it.
This book is a perfect gem, and I think my favorite part is the promise of another in the series.
kylielovesbooks's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
Another amazing installment of the Myrtle Hardcastle series! In this one, Myrtle's father takes on the case of young Sally Cooke who could potentially be the heir to the sizable Snowcroft inheritance as well as the survivor of a shipwreck thought to have no survivors. While all this is going on, Myrtle's father needs to have his tonsils removed and while in the hospital recovering, thinks he sees a murder. Is it a real murder or is the morphine making him hallucinate? And does it have anything to do with the Snowcroft inheritance?
The characters in this book are as always amazing. I love Myrtle's curiosity and spunk. I love the relationships she has with her father as well as her governess Miss Judson. One of my favorite characters is Mr Blakeney though he didn't have a huge part in this book. I think the characters are really one of the high points of this series.
I also loved the plot! The mixture of the Snowcroft mystery as well as the murder mystery really had my attention throughout the whole book. There were a lot of great twists and turns and reveals and everything made so much sense. Nothing seemed super farfetched and everything felt like it had a purpose.
I already can't wait for the next book!
Thank you to Algonquin for a copy of this book!
Another amazing installment of the Myrtle Hardcastle series! In this one, Myrtle's father takes on the case of young Sally Cooke who could potentially be the heir to the sizable Snowcroft inheritance as well as the survivor of a shipwreck thought to have no survivors. While all this is going on, Myrtle's father needs to have his tonsils removed and while in the hospital recovering, thinks he sees a murder. Is it a real murder or is the morphine making him hallucinate? And does it have anything to do with the Snowcroft inheritance?
The characters in this book are as always amazing. I love Myrtle's curiosity and spunk. I love the relationships she has with her father as well as her governess Miss Judson. One of my favorite characters is Mr Blakeney though he didn't have a huge part in this book. I think the characters are really one of the high points of this series.
I also loved the plot! The mixture of the Snowcroft mystery as well as the murder mystery really had my attention throughout the whole book. There were a lot of great twists and turns and reveals and everything made so much sense. Nothing seemed super farfetched and everything felt like it had a purpose.
I already can't wait for the next book!
Thank you to Algonquin for a copy of this book!