England, 1893: a brutal murder in the grounds of Mondial Castle reveals secrets that some ancient families would rather keep concealed… but she’s an aristocratic woman with standards to uphold in a society that demands propriety.
Luckily, her husband Theodore has a logical mind and a passion to protect his family and bring about justice. Together, they set about solving the crime.
But it’s not going to be as easy as the penny dreadfuls and music hall songs suggest. Adelia and Theodore are shocked as they peel back layers of deadly secrets in the household of the castle but the truth at the heart of it threatens their own daughter’s marriage … and their whole family’s place in society.
Fresh, fun and unconventional, Murder at Mondial Castle is the exciting first novel in the Victorian murder mystery series set in British high society. Perfect for fans of Carole Lawrence, Beth Byers and T E Kinsey.
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A very good read, kept you guessing until the end. Very likeable characters
I’m reading it now and enjoying the characters and background information. Well done!
Rather slow. Just okay.
I couldn’t “get into” the book from the start and moved on to other books without revisiting it as of this time. I may do so at another time.
The Unfortunate Situation that Happened Outside
4.5 stars – first book in series – some rough edges (whatever I mean by that!) need to be smoothed out.
Suitable for teen – adult
No sex
No harsh language
No violence – the murder is discovered after it’s happened. No horribly gory details given.
Adelia and Theodore are attending a house party at their daughter, Dido’s, home.
When the murder of a guest is discovered, Adelia suggests that she and Theodore investigate. The reason for her suggestion is that Dido’s husband, the Marquis of Mondial was found, also injured, at the scene. The Marquis adamantly rejects the idea of common policemen tramping through his home and causing scandal as well as gossip among the commoners. (Nice to be of the aristocracy, right?)
Although neither Adelia nor Theodore are detectives, Adelia convinces both Theodore and the Marquis that her husband’s logical mind is perfectly suited to the task. Surprisingly, the Marquis agrees to their plan.
There are not an overabundance of suspects within the household, yet the idea of a passing tramp committing the crime in broad daylight is illogical.
Enjoyable puzzle.
Recommended.
I will definitely read the next in the series.