What will happen: Before I Sleep by Cynthia Harrod Eagles

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It has been a while since I have read a Bill Slider mystery. Now, I am going to catch up on all the ones that I missed. I simply found Before I Sleep to be such an enjoyable read. There is an interesting plot, a range of characters and settings and, of course, the author’s puns and sense of humor. All of these elements combine for a most delightful read.

What happened to Felicity when she did not return home? Was it a voluntary leaving or has something sinister happened? What is the role/opinion of her rather dull, author husband? Of her sister? Her father? Of others around her? Did something happen in the woods? Elsewhere? I recommend that readers pick up this title in order to find out more.

Many thanks to Severn House and NetGalley for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 07 February 2023

There has been a: Murder by the Sea

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This is the third in the Murder by the Sea series. It can be read without having knowledge of the first two novels although readers who enjoy this book will probably want to spend time with all of the titles. There are currently five in all.

This story is set in an appealing Florida community. Liz is enjoying being there with members of her family and at the hotel that the family owns. She plans to attend a masquerade ball on New Year’s Eve. Bad decision as someone from her past that she does not want to see is there. Events escalate from there.

This is a short cozy mystery that will be enjoyed by its target audience. There are likeable characters and a good plot.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Kensington Books for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 21 May 2019

How did it happen? The Fatal Flying Affair

7, A Lady Hardcastle Mystery

by T E Kinsey

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Think you know them? Emily Hardcastle and her maid, Florence, are not exactly who they appear to be. What else are they up to? Follow their adventures in this seventh entry in an historical mystery series that is loved by many readers.

It is 1911. A test pilot has met an untoward fate with his parachute. Emily’s brother wants Lady and maid to investigate and so they do.

This is just a nice, enjoyable read. It is not too demanding but I mean that in a good way.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 03 December 2020

25 Historical Crime, Mystery, and Horror Novels to Look Forward To In 2023 — CrimeReads

Last year’s historical fiction was all about the 60s, baby, while this year’s features more from the 1950s, the long 19th century, and the 1970s. I have bad news for Gen-Xers and Xennials: the 1990s are now historical fiction, and there’s plenty coming out about the tail end of the 20th century and the havoc…

25 Historical Crime, Mystery, and Horror Novels to Look Forward To In 2023 — CrimeReads