The Inspector and Mrs. Jeffries by Emily Brightwell

The Inspector and Mrs. Jeffries

Mrs. Jeffries #1

Emily Brightwell

181 pages first pub 1993 (editions)

fiction historical mystery lighthearted mysterious relaxing fast-paced

Description

As housekeeper to Scotland Yard Inspector Witherspoon, Mrs Jeffries supervises informal investigators: coachman Smythe, maid Betsy, footman Wiggins, arthritic cook Mrs Goodge and more. Rich widow Luty Bell Crookshank, experienced nurse, knows stin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 273 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 95%
mysterious 86%
funny 50%
relaxing 22%
adventurous 13%
hopeful 13%
tense 4%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 42%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 27% | Character: 22%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 82% | No: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 61% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.29

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