Author: catherinelloyd
Murder casts a dark shadow over the christening of Lady Lucy and Major Sir Robert Kurland’s daughter Elizabeth—even more so when Lucy’s own father, the rector, falls under suspicion for the crime . . . Lucy and Robert’s joy in christening their new daughter, surrounded by extended family and loved ones who have gathered in the village of Kurland St. Mary, is only enhanced when Robert’s aunt … enhanced when Robert’s aunt Rose—now the second wife of Lucy’s father Ambrose—announces that she is with child. However, not everyone is happy about the news, in particular Rose’s adult daughter Henrietta…
Delighted by the quiet uproar of raising their newborn, Lady Lucy and Major Sir Robert Kurland could not be more pleased at the prospect of welcoming another into their home. But their preparations are soon overshadowed by a baffling case of murder . . . Once known to all in her village as the rector’s daughter, Lucy is now a mother herself—to a wonderful eighteen-month-old son, Ned. Upon … son, Ned. Upon discovering that she is expecting a second child, Lucy and Robert are delighted. In anticipation of the new arrival, Lucy is set on expanding her nursery staff.…
“A clever mystery” (Kirkus Reviews): In Regency England, a wealthy businessman is drowned in the waters of Bath — and Sir Robert Kurland and his wife, Lady Lucy, set out to identify the killer. “Well-crafted… Balances colorful characters and lively action” (Publishers Weekly).
After a schoolteacher is murdered in her small English village, Lucy takes over her classes to investigate. But coming closer to the truth may put her in danger… A charming historical mystery!