onceupon_longago's review
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
christinegreads's review against another edition
adventurous
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
4.0
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
Heirs and Graces
4 Stars
Queen Mary requests that Lady Georgiana Rannoch come to the aid of her old friend, the Dowager Duchess of Eynsford. It would seem that the long lost heir to the Dukedom has been found in the Australian outback, and is in dire need of some etiquette training. Unfortunately, the young heir, Jack Altringham, is soon accused of murder when his uncle, the current Duke, is found dead with Jack's knife in his back. Can Georgie prevent another scandal for Her Majesty's friend?
These books are such light-hearted fun with some very subtle yet insightful satire thrown in.
Georgie is as delightful as ever as she attempts to help young Jack navigate the rough seas of the English Aristocracy and their oftentimes illogical social dictates. Jack's incredulous reactions to it all lead to several laugh-out-loud moments.
The mystery itself is one of the more convoluted in the series with several red-herrings to keep the reader guessing. The eventual explanation is logical overall despite one or two strange twists toward the end.
Looking forward to Georgie's next adventure.
4 Stars
Queen Mary requests that Lady Georgiana Rannoch come to the aid of her old friend, the Dowager Duchess of Eynsford. It would seem that the long lost heir to the Dukedom has been found in the Australian outback, and is in dire need of some etiquette training. Unfortunately, the young heir, Jack Altringham, is soon accused of murder when his uncle, the current Duke, is found dead with Jack's knife in his back. Can Georgie prevent another scandal for Her Majesty's friend?
These books are such light-hearted fun with some very subtle yet insightful satire thrown in.
Georgie is as delightful as ever as she attempts to help young Jack navigate the rough seas of the English Aristocracy and their oftentimes illogical social dictates. Jack's incredulous reactions to it all lead to several laugh-out-loud moments.
The mystery itself is one of the more convoluted in the series with several red-herrings to keep the reader guessing. The eventual explanation is logical overall despite one or two strange twists toward the end.
Looking forward to Georgie's next adventure.
angelceit's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
5.0
thegeekyblogger's review against another edition
3.0
Listened for Review (Brilliance Audio)
Overall Rating: 3.50
Story Rating: 3.50
Character Rating: 3.50
Audio Rating: 4.50 (not part of the overall rating)
First Thought when Finished: Heirs and Graces by Rhys Bowen was a good edition to this series (which I adore) but it took a bit to long to get to the crime. That being said--Kudos to Rhys to a twist that I just didn't see coming!
Audio Thoughts
This is one of my favorite series on audio. Katherine knocks it out of the park and makes me smile every time I turn on one of these stories.
Part of my Read It, Rate It, File It, Done Review
Overall Rating: 3.50
Story Rating: 3.50
Character Rating: 3.50
Audio Rating: 4.50 (not part of the overall rating)
First Thought when Finished: Heirs and Graces by Rhys Bowen was a good edition to this series (which I adore) but it took a bit to long to get to the crime. That being said--Kudos to Rhys to a twist that I just didn't see coming!
Audio Thoughts
Narrated By Katherine Kellgren / Length: 8 hrs and 22 mins
This is one of my favorite series on audio. Katherine knocks it out of the park and makes me smile every time I turn on one of these stories.
Part of my Read It, Rate It, File It, Done Review
saraelizabetha's review
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
manda7179's review against another edition
4.0
Still enjoying this series. Belinda cracks me up as does Georgie’s mom.
readbooks_fightpatriarchy's review against another edition
3.0
Always enjoy a Rhys Bowen book! Read this in one sitting. Took a bit to get going, but I was definitely surprised by the "whodunit"! Very interesting to include references to the First World War, which would have definitely still affected the everyday life of the characters and/or the people they encounter. Overall thoroughly enjoyed it!
wayfaring_witch's review against another edition
3.0
A comfortable read. I still am not in love with the familiar drop of characters in this series, and would like more depth added to Belinda, Darcy, Queenie, her mother, and Georgie's Grandfather instead of trying to make sure they all get a cameo. It was nice seeing a more coupley side of Darcy and Georgie.
Regardless, I'll probably read every book Rhys Bowen puts out...
Regardless, I'll probably read every book Rhys Bowen puts out...