Embarking on their expedition to the Brazilian jungle, Lord and Lady McCaulay board the SS Leviathan. Accompanied by the earl’s sister, Cecile, and her companion, Lucrezia, each member of the party has reason to seek a new life, but the past will not be pushed so easily aside.As they cross the vast waters of the Atlantic, the clawed hand of the di Cavours reaches to exact revenge. ‘Murder on the …
‘Murder on the SS Leviathan’ is the concluding volume of the Noire trilogy.
A blend of suspense, mystery and romance.
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Full of intrigue, mystery, personalities plus hot and steamy, Murder on the S.S. Leviathan was a well-written story. The characters were charismatic and the timing of the storyline was terrific. Once I started reading it, I couldn’t put it down. I highly recommend it.
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This was an entertaining read, although I haven’t read the first two books in the series, this didn’t affect my enjoyment. I did like the character of Cecile, I thought she was very patient and understanding with her friend, Lucrezia. Lance Robinson, is a handsome man, who is very protective of those he cares about. He has plans for his future which doesn’t include marriage yet. There is a murderer to uncover and the reason why and the beginning of a romance. I shall now read the other books in the series. I received a copy via Booksprout and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own. However, I did purchase my own copy.
I’d first like to start by saying this is my first read of the series. But after reading this one i will go back and catch the other two. Saying that i didnt have any problems following the storyline it was independent on its own. Looking for a fresh start Cecile along with family members take off to the jungles of South America. But before they can get there they have a whodunnit murder mystery on their hands on the high seas. There will also be suspense, intrigue and sizzling romance. The characters are realistic, believable & the storyline is strong and hard to put down. I highly recommend this book.
i was gifted this as an ARC and this is a voluntary and honest review.
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Murder on the SS Leviathan by Emmanuelle de Maupassant is the concluding book in a trilogy and enough of the story is told to make it understandable if this one is read first. Cecile is travelling with her brother, Henry, Lord McCauley, his pregnant wife, Maud, and their friend, Lucrezia. They are escaping from a terrible catastrophe in which Lucrezia’s family home (castle) had been set ablaze and her brother and sister had been killed. Lucrezia is beautiful but self-centered and insecure, and leans on Cecile too much for comfort. The story begins with her objecting to the color scheme in her stateroom and refusing to unpack until she is given a stateroom with a color scheme more to her liking. A gentleman in the same hallway agrees to trade with her and all is well, for the time being. Mr. Lancelot is the gentleman who came to her rescue. They see him again at dinner, where he is flirting with a woman at his table. Later that night, the woman is murdered. The captain endeavors to keep the crime quiet so the ship is not upset. That next night someone breaks into Lance’s room and tries to kill him. He resists and the attacker runs. Now Lucrezia is frightened so she moves in with Cecile and has Maud’s maid stay in her room so as to be close. There’s another murder. Things start to get very complicated.
Henry and Lance finally see a pattern to the madness, so they stand guard all night outside the families’ rooms. They have a heart-to-heart and learn much about one another. Cecile is a young lady of her time: bred for marriage and not much else, but she yearns for independence and schemes to obtain that for herself. Lucrezia is a born troublemaker who finally comes through in the end. Maud doesn’t realize how much she loves her baby until she nearly loses it. It is a moving story, for of intrigue and passion, enough to inspire the reader to go back and read the previous books. Outstanding.
I was invited to read a free e-ARC of Murder on the Leviathan by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
This is a well written book with strong well developed characters and an intriguing story line. The author takes you back to the day with perfectly painted scenes and delivers another great read. I loved the suspense and all the emotions flowing throughout and enjoyed reading the story.
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I loved the book, the build-up of the mystery and suspense, and the (not so innocent) love story on the side. In 1899, women were slowly but surely getting more emancipated and daring to have and formulate their own opinions and their thirst for independence from the rules imposed by their male parents, brothers, guardians. Lucrezia, for all her forward and flirtatious behaviour, is deeply insecure and profoundly egotistical. Her possessive attitude towards Cecile is borderline obsessive.
I certainly intend to read the two first books of this trilogy now that my appetite has been whetted by the final book of the trilogy.
The Leviathan brings to mind the Titanic that would be launched in 1912. Those giants of the sea were really impressive feats of technology and inventiveness.
Much is happening in this story filled with murder and mystery that all takes place on the high seas. Families, Friends, old acquaintances, and pasts that haunts are just some things involved in this tale.
Lady Cecile and Lance Robinson theTexan had met before on a train. Now together again on the Leviathan. They had eyes for each other , but there were things holding them back.
The Journey of this story is suspenseful, emotional, and has overlapping relationships to keep you totally involved.
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Fantastic book
A book full of intrigue, There is nothing more intriguing than a murder at sea. Case they drift with possible murderers and possibly other victims. Emmanuel de Maupassant pull no punches and murder on the SS leviathan. I found it hard to put the book down but was a little disappointment to find out this was book 3 and a trilogy, but now that I know I will go back and read one and two and possibly three again. I highly recommend this book there are those you love and those you love to hate all wrapped up in a murder mystery set a drift. It doesn’t get better than that. I received this book from Booksprout and I am leaving this review voluntarily
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This murder mystery story was a real page turner from the very first page with great character and plot development that kept me totally glued to my kindle until the very last page!
They meet up again – again by accident. Become friends – and? On the ship there are lots of activities . . . . and then a woman is murdered. And another one!!! This book will totally hook you . . . . will the murderer every stop killing?
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This is the last book in the Noire Trilogy. Set during the transAtlantic crossing to Brazil Lord and Lady McCaulay together with the earl’s sister, Cecile, and her companion, Lucrezia find that even on the high seas they cannot escape the hand of the di Cavours. This book will keep you reading and turning the page to find out what happens next. There are many twists and turns in the story before you reach the end.
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The Lord and Lady McCaulay are in for a thrilling time in the Atlantic Ocean in this story titled Murder on the SS Leviathan. It is a great part of the Noire trilogy. There is definitely plenty of romance, suspense, & mystery included in this part 3 – I enjoyed this story.
This is the last book in the series whatcha takes place on a cruise ship. There will be many twists and turns before you find out what is going on and why. See if they find out the truth
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Embarking on their expedition to the Brazilian jungle, Lord and Lady McCaulay board the SS Leviathan. They are accompanied by the earl’s sister, Cecile, and her companion, Lucrezia, each member of the party has reason to seek a new life, but the past will not be pushed so easily aside.
As they cross the vast waters of the Atlantic, the clawed hand of the di Cavours reaches to exact revenge.
It seems like I waited for this final instalment of the trilogy for ages but it worth the wait. I made the mistake of starting it on an evening, which meant it was well into the early hours when I finished this engrossing read. Strong characters & a very well paced story kept me turning the pages. There were twists & turns. It could easily be read on its own but as I have to read series in order I’d recommend reading the previous two books. An absolutely delightful mix of suspense & romance
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
The books in the series are stand alone but I highly recommend reading them in order. It gives so much more depth to the characters, relationships and intrigue. As always, this author has a unique style and flow of writing that still amazes me. Each book in this series had a different focus, subject matter and could even say genre; no cookie cutter repeats! But stayed true to the story line and connected. I love the descriptions, turn of phrases and progressions that not only keeps it “fresh”, but puts you right in the middle of the action! It’s like watching a movie in my head! Even if I thought I knew what was going to happen, I still had goosebumps! Was so real, I actually jumped when I heard an outside noise!
Whether or not you like a particular theme of this author, her writing is always professional, smooth and engaging! Which is such a delight after plodding through other’s inferior, trite attempts! Can’t wait to see where she takes us next!
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