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The Siegfried Slayer: An Historical Murder Mystery
Two grisly murders of men named Siegfried. Both killed by a spear in the back.
Agatha and Eustace, now married, are in Germany "enjoying" Wagner's opera Götterdämmerung when Agatha falls ill.
While Agatha Aston is recuperating at a sanatorium from the illness which almost killed her, Eustace investigates a series of strange murders at the request of the wily Iron Chancellor, Otto Von Bismarck. All of the victims are called Siegfried. What is the connection with Götterdämmerung where the German 'hero', Siegfried, meets a similar bloody end? Eustace investigates little realising just how close by the killer is.
As the snow falls, tension mounts as Eustace is launched into a race against time to uncover the killer before the next victim is Agatha. Meanwhile, Agatha is also rapidly reaching a similar conclusion.
The Siegfried Slayer is a murder mystery with a cast of real life historical figures including Otto von Bismarck, Alfred von Schlieffen who devised the WWI plan to invade France and Adolph Stoecker, one of the most influential nineteenth century anti-Semitic leaders.
The latest Agatha Aston novel is a rollicking detective tale that will transport you from the streets of Paris under siege in the Franco-Prussian war of 1870 to the Berlin of 1880 where anti-Semitism is on the rise.
This mystery can be read as a standalone book and is a perfect introduction to the murderously twisty books featuring Agatha Aston. See what Amazon reviewers have said about the previous novels in the series.
"Great characters, great settings, great detail. Loved it from start to finish. Hoping there's going to be more in this series."
"Having read the Lord Kit Aston series, this book finally explains more about the back story to Aunt Agatha. Loved it. More please!"
"The introduction of the much-maligned Eustace is enlightening. Not so very “ Useless” as imparted in the Lord Aston series. A really great book, so enjoyable. The characters are so well described, their foibles and quirky mannerisms are so well introduced you’re there experiencing the scenes. This would make a great TV film... fabulous."
Agatha and Eustace, now married, are in Germany "enjoying" Wagner's opera Götterdämmerung when Agatha falls ill.
While Agatha Aston is recuperating at a sanatorium from the illness which almost killed her, Eustace investigates a series of strange murders at the request of the wily Iron Chancellor, Otto Von Bismarck. All of the victims are called Siegfried. What is the connection with Götterdämmerung where the German 'hero', Siegfried, meets a similar bloody end? Eustace investigates little realising just how close by the killer is.
As the snow falls, tension mounts as Eustace is launched into a race against time to uncover the killer before the next victim is Agatha. Meanwhile, Agatha is also rapidly reaching a similar conclusion.
The Siegfried Slayer is a murder mystery with a cast of real life historical figures including Otto von Bismarck, Alfred von Schlieffen who devised the WWI plan to invade France and Adolph Stoecker, one of the most influential nineteenth century anti-Semitic leaders.
The latest Agatha Aston novel is a rollicking detective tale that will transport you from the streets of Paris under siege in the Franco-Prussian war of 1870 to the Berlin of 1880 where anti-Semitism is on the rise.
This mystery can be read as a standalone book and is a perfect introduction to the murderously twisty books featuring Agatha Aston. See what Amazon reviewers have said about the previous novels in the series.
"Great characters, great settings, great detail. Loved it from start to finish. Hoping there's going to be more in this series."
"Having read the Lord Kit Aston series, this book finally explains more about the back story to Aunt Agatha. Loved it. More please!"
"The introduction of the much-maligned Eustace is enlightening. Not so very “ Useless” as imparted in the Lord Aston series. A really great book, so enjoyable. The characters are so well described, their foibles and quirky mannerisms are so well introduced you’re there experiencing the scenes. This would make a great TV film... fabulous."
311 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 30, 2023
About the author
Jack Murray
44 books34 followersBorn in Northern Ireland, Jack is an artist and writer.
His paintings are now in collections as far apart as the US, Australia and Europe (including Britain and Ireland).
There are now seven Kit Aston novels and also two shorter novellas: The French Diplomat Affair and Haymakers Last Fight. A new Kit Aston is in the pipeline, set in a theatre and will e out before summer 2023.
Jack has signed with Lume Books. They have published a new series to coincide with 80th anniversary of battle of El Alamein. The story looks at the battle for North Africa from the perspectives of an English boy and a German boy who are destined to confront and try to kill one another at El Alamein.
A popular character from the Kit Aston mysteries now has her own series. Set in the Victorian era, the new series features Aunt Agatha when she was a young woman.
A third detective series features the grandson of CI Jellicoe. This series is set in the 1950's. There are three titles with a fourth due in January.
Jack lives near London with his beautiful Italian wife and two children.
His paintings are now in collections as far apart as the US, Australia and Europe (including Britain and Ireland).
There are now seven Kit Aston novels and also two shorter novellas: The French Diplomat Affair and Haymakers Last Fight. A new Kit Aston is in the pipeline, set in a theatre and will e out before summer 2023.
Jack has signed with Lume Books. They have published a new series to coincide with 80th anniversary of battle of El Alamein. The story looks at the battle for North Africa from the perspectives of an English boy and a German boy who are destined to confront and try to kill one another at El Alamein.
A popular character from the Kit Aston mysteries now has her own series. Set in the Victorian era, the new series features Aunt Agatha when she was a young woman.
A third detective series features the grandson of CI Jellicoe. This series is set in the 1950's. There are three titles with a fourth due in January.
Jack lives near London with his beautiful Italian wife and two children.
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews
July 15, 2024
Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰
This kindle e-book novel is from my Kindle Unlimited account book 4 of 4
Agatha and her husband are in Germany when Agatha is taken sick. She ends up in a hospital recovering. There is a murder the night 🌙 she gets sick. Then another! Then one at the hospital. It all ends happily.
I would recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of romantic family and friends relationships British 🏰 mystery novels 👍🔰. 2024
This kindle e-book novel is from my Kindle Unlimited account book 4 of 4
Agatha and her husband are in Germany when Agatha is taken sick. She ends up in a hospital recovering. There is a murder the night 🌙 she gets sick. Then another! Then one at the hospital. It all ends happily.
I would recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of romantic family and friends relationships British 🏰 mystery novels 👍🔰. 2024
October 15, 2023
just read it for fun
The beginning of the book is a bit disjointed, as though an editor took a blue pencil to it. But, once Agatha gets on her feet and starts detecting, the story gets propelled forward. From there to the end, it's a fun read. There are some instances of anachronistic language, which appear to be part of the satirical aspect of the book. Recommended
The beginning of the book is a bit disjointed, as though an editor took a blue pencil to it. But, once Agatha gets on her feet and starts detecting, the story gets propelled forward. From there to the end, it's a fun read. There are some instances of anachronistic language, which appear to be part of the satirical aspect of the book. Recommended
October 4, 2023
Agatha and Eustace
I'm terrible at writing reviews. So I'll just say thank you Mr Murray for writing this series. I love the books. Please keep writing. I can't wait for #5. I love the Kit Aston series too.
Jeanne Murray Burgett
I'm terrible at writing reviews. So I'll just say thank you Mr Murray for writing this series. I love the books. Please keep writing. I can't wait for #5. I love the Kit Aston series too.
Jeanne Murray Burgett
February 14, 2024
Another great mystery success!
Jack Murray does a wonderful job telling a full and engaging story. You will not be disappointed in picking up any of his works and getting a story that immediately grabs and keeps your attention.
Jack Murray does a wonderful job telling a full and engaging story. You will not be disappointed in picking up any of his works and getting a story that immediately grabs and keeps your attention.
April 26, 2024
great story
Love these characters and the setting in Germany was a nice change and did not undermine the more cozy aspects of the story. Well done.
Love these characters and the setting in Germany was a nice change and did not undermine the more cozy aspects of the story. Well done.
February 26, 2026
Agatha is human after all
This story was mainly about revenge. It was most definitely a dish served with cold ruthlessness. This story also explains why Eustace and Agatha never had children. 😔
This story was mainly about revenge. It was most definitely a dish served with cold ruthlessness. This story also explains why Eustace and Agatha never had children. 😔
Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews