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My current read is a book from the library by an historical mystery novelist whose books I've enjoyed before.This one doesn't disappoint either.
Published December 2, 2014 by Soho Crime.My current read is a book from the library by an historical mystery novelist whose books I've enjoyed before.This one doesn't disappoint either.
First paragraph:
Prologue
England, April 1933
"Gingerbread? You're sure it was gingerbread she asked for, Gracie?"
The odd request was the very last thing a housekeeper wanted to hear at this moment. Mrs. Bolton stood in the center of the heaving kitchen overseeing her troops with a discipline firm enough to have impressed the Duke of Wellington himself. But, ever alert, the Iron Duke would, like her, have had his attention snagged by an unexpected detail.Book description: One morning before dawn in the stables of her country estate, Lady Truelove meets a violent death in an encounter with a dangerous horse. Classified as “death by misadventure,” this appears a gruesome accident. But Scotland Yard Detective Joe Sandilands suspects foul play
Would you continue reading?
I like the writing in the opening. The plot also seems interesting enough so I think that I would keep reading.
ReplyDeleteWhenever I bake or cook something complicated I also run the kitchen like a general, so I really like the beginning! I'm not a huge gingerbread fan myself but I am all for odd food requests! Thanks for sharing :) I hope you have a great week!
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Juli @ Universe in Words
I enjoyed the opening and the plot seems intriguing... although I am not too sure whether I would continue reading or not... Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteEveryone always has good things to say about her books. I like the setting and time period.
ReplyDeleteI like the intro and this sounds like it might be a very good story. enjoy
ReplyDeleteI am always up for a mystery...love the sound of this one. Thanks for sharing...and for visiting my blog.
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure, but I'd read a little more just to see where this is going.
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I love the cover of this one - it's a gorgeous horse silhouette! I'd keep reading for a bit...
ReplyDeleteI gave this one a five for an historical mystery.
DeleteI do love me some gingerbread... lol
ReplyDeleteEngland in the 1930's again and a mystery which I love - definitely would keep on reading.
ReplyDeleteIt must be the week for historical mysteries. :-) I like the sound of this one and would definitely keep reading.
ReplyDeleteI'm intrigued by the cover alone!
ReplyDeleteHarvee, thank you for sharing the opening of this book. It sounds like a very good one!
ReplyDeleteI do love good mysteries set in England. I need to expand beyond Agatha Christie. Based on the opening paragraph, I'd like to give this one a try.
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