sheilasamuelson's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars
Review:
This was my first time reading a Mystery Novel/Series by R.J. Koreto - Author so i wasnt sure what to expect but i have to say i loved it, felt like i was actually in England while reading. I also loved how this was a locked room Mystery in tradition to Agatha Christie since she is my Top 5 Favorite Classic Mystery Author.
The Characters were so fun and entertaining to read about. Lady Frances, Gwendolyn and June were definately my favorites. I think those 3 characters are the reason i enjoyed this book so much.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Victorian Era England while reading, especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good and Enjoyable Mystery Novel!! Can't wait to read more in this series and by RJ in the future!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Mystery Novel/Series by R.J. Koreto - Author so i wasnt sure what to expect but i have to say i loved it, felt like i was actually in England while reading. I also loved how this was a locked room Mystery in tradition to Agatha Christie since she is my Top 5 Favorite Classic Mystery Author.
The Characters were so fun and entertaining to read about. Lady Frances, Gwendolyn and June were definately my favorites. I think those 3 characters are the reason i enjoyed this book so much.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Victorian Era England while reading, especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good and Enjoyable Mystery Novel!! Can't wait to read more in this series and by RJ in the future!!
howjessicareads's review
3.0
The second entry in an entertaining Edwardian mystery series. The dialogue is a little clunky sometimes, but I love Lady Frances's feisty character. The details about suffragists are entertaining and accurate (probably more so than the surprisingly advanced mindset about the potentially lesbian couple in this one).
Lady Frances and two of her suffragist friends - Tommie and Gwen - head to Gwen's ancestral home for a weekend party, only to arrive just in time for the murder of Gwen's father, an influential British diplomat. The cast of suspects, limited to the houseguests, includes French, American, Turkish, and English people - all of whom are hiding different things for different reasons, creating quite a tricky investigation for Lady Frances.
Lady Frances and two of her suffragist friends - Tommie and Gwen - head to Gwen's ancestral home for a weekend party, only to arrive just in time for the murder of Gwen's father, an influential British diplomat. The cast of suspects, limited to the houseguests, includes French, American, Turkish, and English people - all of whom are hiding different things for different reasons, creating quite a tricky investigation for Lady Frances.
dashausfrau's review
2.0
Lady Frances loves to use her privilege for good. Unfortunately, that quality made the story come across as strong propaganda rather than intriguing murder mystery. I found myself annoyed at the exposition & too-specific dialogue.
kokie's review
2.0
I found the book, and the mystery solving, to move quite slowly. Few characters were truly dynamic, and at times I, as a reader, felt as if I was a lesser character undeserving of information granted to Lady Ffolkes inner circle. I finished the book, but despite three total murders I didn't ever feel excited about the plot.
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