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Lord Edgington Investigates #12
The Christmas Bell Mystery
A chance meeting on a snowy platform, an old miser with a fortune worth killing for, and the wrong man found dead beside the fireplace.
England, 1927. When Lord Edgington hears of a failed attack on an eccentric viscount, it’s the perfect excuse to get out of seeing horrible relatives over Christmas. With his loyal grandson and their golden retriever along for the ride, he sets off to investigate, but on arriving at the snowbound manor house on the English coast, they find that the wrong man has been killed. It is not the rich tyrant who lies dead on the floor of the grand salon, but one of his many bickering heirs.
In a household divided by greed and jealousy, and with any number of suspects who might kill their way to a fortune, the famous sleuth must race to find the culprit before more members of the family turn up dead (or it’s time for Christmas dinner). Will the killer turn out to be a smooth-tongued lothario, a beloved pillar of the community, a thuggish former soldier or the damsel in distress who brought them there in the first place?
A witty and wonderfully festive whodunnit which mixes all the twists of an Agatha Christie novel with the drama of Downton Abbey. “The Christmas Bell Mystery” is a spoiler-free, standalone story, so you don't have to know anything about the other books in the series to enjoy it.
England, 1927. When Lord Edgington hears of a failed attack on an eccentric viscount, it’s the perfect excuse to get out of seeing horrible relatives over Christmas. With his loyal grandson and their golden retriever along for the ride, he sets off to investigate, but on arriving at the snowbound manor house on the English coast, they find that the wrong man has been killed. It is not the rich tyrant who lies dead on the floor of the grand salon, but one of his many bickering heirs.
In a household divided by greed and jealousy, and with any number of suspects who might kill their way to a fortune, the famous sleuth must race to find the culprit before more members of the family turn up dead (or it’s time for Christmas dinner). Will the killer turn out to be a smooth-tongued lothario, a beloved pillar of the community, a thuggish former soldier or the damsel in distress who brought them there in the first place?
A witty and wonderfully festive whodunnit which mixes all the twists of an Agatha Christie novel with the drama of Downton Abbey. “The Christmas Bell Mystery” is a spoiler-free, standalone story, so you don't have to know anything about the other books in the series to enjoy it.
258 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 13, 2023
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About the author
Benedict Brown
52 books490 followersWriting has always been my passion. It was my favourite hour a week at primary school, and I started on my first, truly abysmal book as a teenager. So it wasn’t a difficult decision to study literature at university which led to an MA in Creative Writing. I spent a long time writing kids’ books, including funny fairy tales, dystopic adventures and serious issue-based YA, before switching to murder mysteries last year.
I grew up in a crime fiction family and spent a long time dreaming up the idea for my detective Izzy Palmer’s debut novel. A Corpse Called Bob is my first full-length book for adults in what is already becoming a long series.
I’m a Welsh-Irish-Englishman originally from South London but now living with my French/Spanish wife and slightly muddled daughter in Burgos, a beautiful city in the north of Spain. I write overlooking the Castilian countryside, trying not to be distracted by the vultures and red kites that fly past my window each day.
I grew up in a crime fiction family and spent a long time dreaming up the idea for my detective Izzy Palmer’s debut novel. A Corpse Called Bob is my first full-length book for adults in what is already becoming a long series.
I’m a Welsh-Irish-Englishman originally from South London but now living with my French/Spanish wife and slightly muddled daughter in Burgos, a beautiful city in the north of Spain. I write overlooking the Castilian countryside, trying not to be distracted by the vultures and red kites that fly past my window each day.
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December 13, 2024
Well! I’ve just discovered my new series to binge read. When I tell you I’m hooked, it’s hook, line, and sinker. 😍 It’s Agatha Christie meets Downton Abbey meets Jeeves & Wooster! And I am seriously loving it.
Christopher and his granddad have such a hilarious & endearing relationship—the quintessential partnership duo. The whole family is a riot of a good time. And I’m always partial to a golden retriever pal like Delilah. 🥺
The mystery was solid and the Christmas vibes immaculate. I couldn’t be happier!
Content: honestly, it’s pretty squeaky clean; there’s no language and only a couple comments about a man having sired half a village (being a philanderer) and a woman being forced to be a man’s mistress even though she hates him because she has no money or other place to live
Christopher and his granddad have such a hilarious & endearing relationship—the quintessential partnership duo. The whole family is a riot of a good time. And I’m always partial to a golden retriever pal like Delilah. 🥺
The mystery was solid and the Christmas vibes immaculate. I couldn’t be happier!
Content: honestly, it’s pretty squeaky clean; there’s no language and only a couple comments about a man having sired half a village (being a philanderer) and a woman being forced to be a man’s mistress even though she hates him because she has no money or other place to live
December 16, 2025
My first Benedict Brown and first of the season. Absolutely cozy. Tone of humor. Families and Christmas traditions. And stately homes and customs.
December 15, 2025
Loved everything about this! Its funny, has a snowed in English manor setting, and tons of Christmas fun!
December 12, 2024
The best mysteries are ones where you finger the murderer... and get it wrong, too. I totally called it, despite also being wrong. I LOVE this. ALSO, Christopher totally threw me with his accusations, and I about lost it. That's all I'm saying.
Meanwhile, it was a delightful read.
I always love the research notes by the author, but this one is particularly amazing. You must read it. EEEP!
Meanwhile, it was a delightful read.
I always love the research notes by the author, but this one is particularly amazing. You must read it. EEEP!
October 6, 2024
I'm not going to regurgitate the plot, because that kind of review really annoys me. There are far too many of them on goodreads. Look at the back cover blurb if you really want to know what is going on.
Having said that, I think I prefer Chrissie as he grows up. I do like that, that Benedict Brown hasn't fallen into the trap of making him be the same age all through the books. It is sad that he, Chrissie, still doesn't really have confidence in his own abilities and constantly expects his grandfather to knock him down. But that is the said grandfather's own fault. He was always too keen to expect Chrissie to know what to do from the beginning, without any training.
It is lovely to see that Chrissie's deep interest in food has not abated! Nor his love of weeping young women in distress. This book was fun, with so many potential suspects, and Chrissie's grandmother in good form.
Having said that, I think I prefer Chrissie as he grows up. I do like that, that Benedict Brown hasn't fallen into the trap of making him be the same age all through the books. It is sad that he, Chrissie, still doesn't really have confidence in his own abilities and constantly expects his grandfather to knock him down. But that is the said grandfather's own fault. He was always too keen to expect Chrissie to know what to do from the beginning, without any training.
It is lovely to see that Chrissie's deep interest in food has not abated! Nor his love of weeping young women in distress. This book was fun, with so many potential suspects, and Chrissie's grandmother in good form.
May 9, 2024
4 1/2 stars
Another fun installment in the series. The cast was easier to keep track of, and the plot moved at a good pace. Plenty of suspects and twists. I liked seeing a bit more of Chrissy's father and paternal grandmother. She's a hoot!
Another fun installment in the series. The cast was easier to keep track of, and the plot moved at a good pace. Plenty of suspects and twists. I liked seeing a bit more of Chrissy's father and paternal grandmother. She's a hoot!
January 7, 2025
When the detective arrives with the goal of preventing murder and murder is not prevented, it feels like the good guys lose, even if they catch the culprit in the end.
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June 12, 2025
The detective is smothered by too many family members. Also, nineteen is a very awkward age for a sleuth.
December 1, 2025
A totally satisfying Christmas mystery. Unpredictable and even hilarious at times. I’ll be looking forward to reading the series at some point.
August 31, 2024
1927 Christmas. After meeting a distraught Holly Bridport on a train claiming someone is trying to kill her grandfather Christopher is determined to trace and help her with the aide of Lord Edgington. consequently the family arrive at her home when not long after a killing occurs.
An entertaining historical mystery
An entertaining historical mystery
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November 17, 2023Another great Christmas "Who done it" by Mr. Brown
Bravo Benedict Brown! Once again he has written another tantalizing tale for the cozy mystery lover. As always it kept me guessing until the end. That is what I love about his writing. There is always enough intrigue to give your sleuthing skills a good run and then that finale twist of the dagger.
This can be read as a stand alone book, but I highly recommend reading the entire Lord Edgington series. The characters in this series are so endearing and entertaining you can't help but fall in love with them. Lord Edgington and his apprentice grandson Chrissy have the unique relationship that only come with being family. The rest of the family, staff and if course the beloved fateful dog, gives you the familiar feel of being part of this motley crew so you can't wait to see what could possibly happen in there next adventure.
I have started the new Marius Quinn series by Benedict Brown and have been captivated by the new characters, Marius and his childhood friend and ex muse Bella. This series could very well surpass his previous work as he has really grown as a mystery writer. Introducing Marius in one of the later Lord Edgington books "Killer in the wings" was brilliant.
You must give this author a spin. The great amount of time given to research and detail shows and puts him a cut above most cozy mystery writers. His excerpts in the back of the book on his research is just as entertaining and informative as the books themselves. Enjoy!
Bravo Benedict Brown! Once again he has written another tantalizing tale for the cozy mystery lover. As always it kept me guessing until the end. That is what I love about his writing. There is always enough intrigue to give your sleuthing skills a good run and then that finale twist of the dagger.
This can be read as a stand alone book, but I highly recommend reading the entire Lord Edgington series. The characters in this series are so endearing and entertaining you can't help but fall in love with them. Lord Edgington and his apprentice grandson Chrissy have the unique relationship that only come with being family. The rest of the family, staff and if course the beloved fateful dog, gives you the familiar feel of being part of this motley crew so you can't wait to see what could possibly happen in there next adventure.
I have started the new Marius Quinn series by Benedict Brown and have been captivated by the new characters, Marius and his childhood friend and ex muse Bella. This series could very well surpass his previous work as he has really grown as a mystery writer. Introducing Marius in one of the later Lord Edgington books "Killer in the wings" was brilliant.
You must give this author a spin. The great amount of time given to research and detail shows and puts him a cut above most cozy mystery writers. His excerpts in the back of the book on his research is just as entertaining and informative as the books themselves. Enjoy!
November 24, 2023
Who in the heck dunnit?
Chrissy is awestruck by a beautiful damsel in distress while riding the train. She had quite the sob story about how one of her relatives was trying to kill her grandfather, Lord Rivers, a vile old man who manipulates all of their lives. When she accidentally leaves her charm bracelet on the train, Chrissy tells Grandfather, Lord Edgington, the whole story and they make it their goal to find Holly, the damsel in distress, and return her bracelet. If they can also snoop out the potential killer of Holly's grandfather, so much the better. Chrissy and Lord Edgington, along with Chrissy's mother, father, grandmother, and half of Lord Edgington's household staff, are setting out to crash Lord Rivers' Christmas house party. They find so many potential suspects that it may take until the new year to nail this case. In the meantime, Chrissy and Lord Edgington are narrowing the list of suspects down with the assistance of other party goers when two of the potential murderers are themselves murdered. This series is "Lord Edgington Investigates" but without Christopher (Chrissy), it wouldn't be half the fun. I really enjoy having Chrissy narrate the investigations. He is young, funny (many times unintentionally), completely open in his thoughts, nice, and he is learning how to be a good investigator alongside his grandfather. I very much enjoyed this book. It was like spending Christmas with the family, if the family members are trying to kill each other off.
Chrissy is awestruck by a beautiful damsel in distress while riding the train. She had quite the sob story about how one of her relatives was trying to kill her grandfather, Lord Rivers, a vile old man who manipulates all of their lives. When she accidentally leaves her charm bracelet on the train, Chrissy tells Grandfather, Lord Edgington, the whole story and they make it their goal to find Holly, the damsel in distress, and return her bracelet. If they can also snoop out the potential killer of Holly's grandfather, so much the better. Chrissy and Lord Edgington, along with Chrissy's mother, father, grandmother, and half of Lord Edgington's household staff, are setting out to crash Lord Rivers' Christmas house party. They find so many potential suspects that it may take until the new year to nail this case. In the meantime, Chrissy and Lord Edgington are narrowing the list of suspects down with the assistance of other party goers when two of the potential murderers are themselves murdered. This series is "Lord Edgington Investigates" but without Christopher (Chrissy), it wouldn't be half the fun. I really enjoy having Chrissy narrate the investigations. He is young, funny (many times unintentionally), completely open in his thoughts, nice, and he is learning how to be a good investigator alongside his grandfather. I very much enjoyed this book. It was like spending Christmas with the family, if the family members are trying to kill each other off.
January 4, 2024
This is the 12th book in the “Lord Edgington investigates” series by Benedict Brown but the first one of his stories that I have read. I saw adverts for it on Kindle unlimited and decided to give this one a try as it looked like a nice festive read. This one works as a standalone so it doesn’t matter if you’re not familiar with the stories, but I think I’d probably have warmed to the characters more if I’d read some of the other books. There were a few bits that seemed a bit far-fetched, like just casually leaving the corpse in the house for a few days as if that’s completely normal behaviour, and I didn’t really get attached to any of the characters. I also discovered that there were also several typos in the Kindle edition, which is why I only gave it three stars. Overall, the story itself was enjoyable and I loved the fact it setting - St Audries Court - is local to me so I knew a lot of the locations described including the church they visit on Christmas Day. I’m not sure if I will read more of these yet, but it was a quick quirky read and reminded me of Edward Marston’s books who is an author I do quite enjoy reading so perhaps I will indulge in the rest of the series at some point.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 8, 2025
Wonderful Christmas mystery!
Would it even be Christmas if Lord Edgington, Chrissy, and the staff from Cranley Hall didn't find themselves travelling to a distant location to solve a murder? Not in the world of Lord Edgington Investigates.
When Chrissy meets a mysterious young woman on the train who claims her grandfather is going to be murdered, he and his grandfather (and most of the family) pack up and head out to help prevent the murder.
Benedict Brown writes the best Christmas mysteries. I love all of his books, but the wonderfully written Christmas mysteries are my favorites. Learning about British Christmas traditions and foods from this time period adds an extra layer of interest to this book.
This book has the perfect amount of humor, character manipulations, and red herrings that made it an amazing read. The characters are interesting and so well developed that I can honestly feel concern and sympathy for them.
I am looking forward to the next book, or books in the series where Chrissy and his grandfather take their mystery solving skills to different countries.
Would it even be Christmas if Lord Edgington, Chrissy, and the staff from Cranley Hall didn't find themselves travelling to a distant location to solve a murder? Not in the world of Lord Edgington Investigates.
When Chrissy meets a mysterious young woman on the train who claims her grandfather is going to be murdered, he and his grandfather (and most of the family) pack up and head out to help prevent the murder.
Benedict Brown writes the best Christmas mysteries. I love all of his books, but the wonderfully written Christmas mysteries are my favorites. Learning about British Christmas traditions and foods from this time period adds an extra layer of interest to this book.
This book has the perfect amount of humor, character manipulations, and red herrings that made it an amazing read. The characters are interesting and so well developed that I can honestly feel concern and sympathy for them.
I am looking forward to the next book, or books in the series where Chrissy and his grandfather take their mystery solving skills to different countries.
January 11, 2024
Delightful read that gets right to the chase. Family rivalries as per normal or intensified by the Christmas holiday curse of spending time w/ family? There are mysterious characters; diabolical descendants, money, greed and a manipulative, lonely old man who takes pleasure, no make that GREAT pleasure in playing his relatives one off each other. I love how Lord Edgington and his grandson side-kick, sleuth-in-training, Christopher, gives nod to Sherlock Holmes methods with their banter and methodology. But it's a sleuthing family affair and mother's statement ---"...it's not your job to think that the suspects are ultimately good or bad. You have to search out the discrepancies that will tell you who they really are." ---that allows Lord Edgington and Christopher to remain focused and crack the case(s) which unfold in the Lord River household. This is a fun read all the way, over the river and thru the woods to Lord River's snowy and deadly property.
December 15, 2023
This is the first book in the series that I've read, and I did so because I enjoy reading a cozy Christmas mystery during the holiday season. I will probably read many of his other books (this one is a standalone). The protagonist, Chrissy, meets a girl on a train who tells him her grandfather will soon be murdered. This intrigues Chrissy's grandfather, Lord Edgington, who packs his grandson off to spend the holidays with the girl, Holly, and her family. Then someone unexpected is murdered, and the tale begins. The story is quirky, but I liked it. Some of the quirkiness I found challenging: Chrissy's entire clan accompanies Edgington and him to Holly's estate; the family seems nonchalant about the murder and the body left in the room; the entire Edginton clan is welcomed graciously as though they were invited guests. Overall, though, I enjoyed the book and plan to read more of them.
November 16, 2023
For me, his best Lord Edgington mystery to date
It has been a delight to run across the writing of Benedict Brown (in the first Lord Edgington mystery, Murder at the Spring Ball) and then to devour each volume the moment it appeared.
Brown is a master of red herrings, twisted plot threads (only confusing to the reader until explained), and, of course, the great denouement.
I have also enjoyed the development of Chrissy as a full-fledged character, turning into a thoughtful young man with a the beginnings of a fine intellect.
Brown teases at the end of this work that future mysteries may take place on a 1920s version of the grand European Tour - and I can only salivate at the mischief Lord Edgington and his grandson will get up to.
So, thank you Benedict Brown.
It has been a delight to run across the writing of Benedict Brown (in the first Lord Edgington mystery, Murder at the Spring Ball) and then to devour each volume the moment it appeared.
Brown is a master of red herrings, twisted plot threads (only confusing to the reader until explained), and, of course, the great denouement.
I have also enjoyed the development of Chrissy as a full-fledged character, turning into a thoughtful young man with a the beginnings of a fine intellect.
Brown teases at the end of this work that future mysteries may take place on a 1920s version of the grand European Tour - and I can only salivate at the mischief Lord Edgington and his grandson will get up to.
So, thank you Benedict Brown.
November 15, 2023
A Perfectly Festive 1920's Whodunit!
The Christmas bell
A perfectly festive 1920's whodunit
When Christopher and his grandfather head off on a search, it's not long before the whole clan and accompanying staff trail after them. The family dynamics of Christopher's family and those of a young lady soon intertwine and though there's the expected murder this mystery shines with humour as well as intrigue. I absolutely loved the inclusion and development of Granny and Todd ~exceptional characters. It's nice to see Christopher coming into his own under his grandfathers tutelage. Highly recommend The Christmas Bell for your holiday reading! Looking forward to seeing what's next!
The Christmas bell
A perfectly festive 1920's whodunit
When Christopher and his grandfather head off on a search, it's not long before the whole clan and accompanying staff trail after them. The family dynamics of Christopher's family and those of a young lady soon intertwine and though there's the expected murder this mystery shines with humour as well as intrigue. I absolutely loved the inclusion and development of Granny and Todd ~exceptional characters. It's nice to see Christopher coming into his own under his grandfathers tutelage. Highly recommend The Christmas Bell for your holiday reading! Looking forward to seeing what's next!
March 26, 2024
I adore Benedict Brown's writing style and characters in this series.
There is something about the self deprecating and humble Chrissy that is charm itself. The confident, loving, and compassionate (not mention brilliant) Lord Edginton is quite likeable.
The locations of the stories and attention to historical details put me right in the space.
I have been enlightened many times by the use of words not usually found in late 20th or 21st century vocabulary. I am most grateful for the Kindle definition feature.
I look forward to reading everything by this author. Happily, I still have several more in the 3 series he writes.
There is something about the self deprecating and humble Chrissy that is charm itself. The confident, loving, and compassionate (not mention brilliant) Lord Edginton is quite likeable.
The locations of the stories and attention to historical details put me right in the space.
I have been enlightened many times by the use of words not usually found in late 20th or 21st century vocabulary. I am most grateful for the Kindle definition feature.
I look forward to reading everything by this author. Happily, I still have several more in the 3 series he writes.
November 16, 2023
The Christmas Bell Mystery
This is the latest in Benedict Brown’s Lord Edgington series and his latest stand alone Christmas mystery.
Christopher Prentiss meets a beautiful young woman on the train home for Christmas and this leads to another intriguing mystery. Who is trying to kill Peregrine Rivers, is it just a case of an apparently convoluted inheritance or something much darker?
Red herrings aplenty abound, manipulations and machinations, lies and confusions all take place in this gripping novel.
This is the latest in Benedict Brown’s Lord Edgington series and his latest stand alone Christmas mystery.
Christopher Prentiss meets a beautiful young woman on the train home for Christmas and this leads to another intriguing mystery. Who is trying to kill Peregrine Rivers, is it just a case of an apparently convoluted inheritance or something much darker?
Red herrings aplenty abound, manipulations and machinations, lies and confusions all take place in this gripping novel.
December 12, 2023
It Just Wouldn’t Be Christmas Without A Great Lord Edgington Mystery!
It also wouldn’t be Christmas in a1920’s English manor home without one or two murders. I truly enjoyed this next entry into the Lord Edgington mystery collection. Whenever an inheritance is involved there will always be squabbling potential heirs. Especially when the one leaving the inheritance is a cantankerous, manipulative old codger. Fortunately Chrissy, Lord Edgington and almost the whole family is there to solve the mystery. Grab a hot toddy by a warm fire and enjoy.
It also wouldn’t be Christmas in a1920’s English manor home without one or two murders. I truly enjoyed this next entry into the Lord Edgington mystery collection. Whenever an inheritance is involved there will always be squabbling potential heirs. Especially when the one leaving the inheritance is a cantankerous, manipulative old codger. Fortunately Chrissy, Lord Edgington and almost the whole family is there to solve the mystery. Grab a hot toddy by a warm fire and enjoy.
December 31, 2023
Another excellent mystery with Lord Edgington and his grandson, Christopher. Benedict Brown brings us to a chance meeting on a train between a young woman and Christopher to his and Lord Edgington’s next case, at Christmas no less. As the story unfolds, we spend time with Christopher’s family at the manor house of Lord Rivers and his dysfunctional family. Traversing all the twists and turns of the mystery, we are kept on the edge of our seats until the very end, wondering - who is the real killer? Great read for the holidays or any snowy weekend.
June 8, 2024
Merry Christmas, again
Chrissy is mesmerized by a beautiful young woman at the train station and the adventure takes off. I love that the whole Prentiss family, almost, take off on an adventure at their favorite time of year. Mr. Brown makes the story flow with good humor, likable characters and dastardly antagonists. Chrissy is growing up to be quite the clever guy, although he’s still very much young at heart. I love all of the other books in this series and look forward to the next. Job well done.
Chrissy is mesmerized by a beautiful young woman at the train station and the adventure takes off. I love that the whole Prentiss family, almost, take off on an adventure at their favorite time of year. Mr. Brown makes the story flow with good humor, likable characters and dastardly antagonists. Chrissy is growing up to be quite the clever guy, although he’s still very much young at heart. I love all of the other books in this series and look forward to the next. Job well done.
November 17, 2023
Lord Edgington and Christopher do it again
It's not a spoiler to say they've solved another! This one was a fun trip through British Christmas traditions, inheritance issues, and a progenitor who loves to manipulate everyone around him. Are bad guys always bad? Are good ones always good? Who's lying? Loved the final chapter with Christopher and Lord E also and how their relationship continues to develop!
It's not a spoiler to say they've solved another! This one was a fun trip through British Christmas traditions, inheritance issues, and a progenitor who loves to manipulate everyone around him. Are bad guys always bad? Are good ones always good? Who's lying? Loved the final chapter with Christopher and Lord E also and how their relationship continues to develop!
November 20, 2023
Lots of Red Herrings!
Lord Edgington and grandson Chrissi are investigating again in this book by Benedict Brown.
Poor Chrissi is confused again by the number of suspects in this murder mystery. After meeting a beautiful woman on a train he and his family invite themselves to stay at the home of a frail lord, whose life is in danger.
I don’t think I could have been celebrating Christmas with dead bodies in the house but this was an intriguing story.
Lord Edgington and grandson Chrissi are investigating again in this book by Benedict Brown.
Poor Chrissi is confused again by the number of suspects in this murder mystery. After meeting a beautiful woman on a train he and his family invite themselves to stay at the home of a frail lord, whose life is in danger.
I don’t think I could have been celebrating Christmas with dead bodies in the house but this was an intriguing story.
December 13, 2023
1927 Candy cane twists & that yuletide tingle of the season's reading!!!! Lord Edgington at Chrissy's instigation is "over the hills & far away..." to solve a yuletide conundrum. Complete with his household entourage & family including faithful Delilah, Chrissy & his grandfather unravel the secrets of enchanting Holly Bridport, her grandfather Lord Peregrine Rivers & their family. I will be reading this one again & again - highly recommend!
December 24, 2023
A very satisfying Christmas read!
The mystery with multiple suspects and multiple twists kept my interest throughout. I especially liked the tone of the dialogues which are delightful to read, and are highly instrumental in creating the feel of the 1920s, almost as much as the richly described appearances of the rooms and their occupants. Looking forward to starting the series in the new year.
The mystery with multiple suspects and multiple twists kept my interest throughout. I especially liked the tone of the dialogues which are delightful to read, and are highly instrumental in creating the feel of the 1920s, almost as much as the richly described appearances of the rooms and their occupants. Looking forward to starting the series in the new year.
January 5, 2024
Another great Lord Edgington holiday mystery
I really enjoyed this holiday mystery. Christopher’s seemingly chance meeting with a young woman on the train home after festivities with his school friends lays the groundwork for this mystery. Chrissy’s concern for the fears this young woman expresses leads him, his grandfather, and most of his family into a Christmas visit to help her out. When murder ensues as it usually does, Lord Edgington and Chrissy are on the case.
I really enjoyed this holiday mystery. Christopher’s seemingly chance meeting with a young woman on the train home after festivities with his school friends lays the groundwork for this mystery. Chrissy’s concern for the fears this young woman expresses leads him, his grandfather, and most of his family into a Christmas visit to help her out. When murder ensues as it usually does, Lord Edgington and Chrissy are on the case.
May 5, 2024
Another Christmas Caper
Lord Edgington and Chrissy are at it again. They are off on an adventure to try to stop a murder from happening at Christmas. Will they ever have a quiet Christmas at home?! What a tangled web they find themselves in when they arrive at Lord River's estate. Lots of action and twists and turns with our favorite characters in this book. I honestly didn't see the final twist coming. Well written and a great storyline. Highly recommend!
Lord Edgington and Chrissy are at it again. They are off on an adventure to try to stop a murder from happening at Christmas. Will they ever have a quiet Christmas at home?! What a tangled web they find themselves in when they arrive at Lord River's estate. Lots of action and twists and turns with our favorite characters in this book. I honestly didn't see the final twist coming. Well written and a great storyline. Highly recommend!
November 27, 2023
I was completely enthralled in this mystery.
I have always enjoyed this type of mystery. I was not a bit disappointed by this one. It captured my attention and kept me trying to uncover the true culprit. It is definitely a very good book and well worth reading. Recommend highly.
I have always enjoyed this type of mystery. I was not a bit disappointed by this one. It captured my attention and kept me trying to uncover the true culprit. It is definitely a very good book and well worth reading. Recommend highly.
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