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Camille Divine Murder Mystery #8
The Westminster Murders
NEW YEAR 1925In the smoke-filled parlours and dimly lit corridors of 1920s London, political intrigue and whispers of scandal grip the Palace of Westminster. When a respected Member of Parliament is discovered hanging in his office, the echoes of his last moments reverberate through the grand halls. Knolly and Aaron Kaplan find the hanged body of Jeremy Styles and are equally shocked and devastated. This was not how their much anticipated visit to The Houses of Parliament was meant to draw to a close.
Chief Inspector Richard Owen, a man with a mind as sharp as his impeccably tailored suits, takes charge of the investigation. Yet, sensing the labyrinth of political webs at play, he seeks an unusual ally—Camille, a woman with an insider's view into the secretive world of Parliament, courtesy of her estranged husband, Lord Henry Divine.
As Camille navigates the complexities of privilege and power, the team delves into a realm where loyalty is a commodity and secrets are the currency of survival. The question looms Was it a desperate act of self-destruction, or is there a more sinister force manipulating the strings behind the velvet curtains of Westminster?
In "The Westminster Murders," alliances will be tested, scandals will surface, and the line between politics and personal vendettas will blur. As the clock ticks, Camille and her unlikely comrades must unravel a web of deceit before the halls of power claim another victim. Will they unveil the truth, or will the shadows of political machinations shroud the real killer forever? Step into the world where whispers carry as much weight as a well-tailored suit, and every secret has its price.
Chief Inspector Richard Owen, a man with a mind as sharp as his impeccably tailored suits, takes charge of the investigation. Yet, sensing the labyrinth of political webs at play, he seeks an unusual ally—Camille, a woman with an insider's view into the secretive world of Parliament, courtesy of her estranged husband, Lord Henry Divine.
As Camille navigates the complexities of privilege and power, the team delves into a realm where loyalty is a commodity and secrets are the currency of survival. The question looms Was it a desperate act of self-destruction, or is there a more sinister force manipulating the strings behind the velvet curtains of Westminster?
In "The Westminster Murders," alliances will be tested, scandals will surface, and the line between politics and personal vendettas will blur. As the clock ticks, Camille and her unlikely comrades must unravel a web of deceit before the halls of power claim another victim. Will they unveil the truth, or will the shadows of political machinations shroud the real killer forever? Step into the world where whispers carry as much weight as a well-tailored suit, and every secret has its price.
- GenresMysteryHistorical
270 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 29, 2024
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About the author
Andrea Hicks
42 books47 followersWriting is my passion...along with soft furnishings and Jaffa cakes! I write the books I want to read; the stories that occupy my thoughts, seemingly at every moment. My hope is you will love my characters, and the stories I write about and want to read more. I'm always interested in hearing about your favourite characters and what you like to read.
Visit me at www.andreahicks-writer.com or contact me at info@andreahicks-writer.com I love connecting with my readers and other authors. Reading other authors and writing my books connects me to the world around me, giving me the opportunity to explore different situations, emotions, and even other countries.
Thank you for spending so much time with me
Love
Andrea xxx
Visit me at www.andreahicks-writer.com or contact me at info@andreahicks-writer.com I love connecting with my readers and other authors. Reading other authors and writing my books connects me to the world around me, giving me the opportunity to explore different situations, emotions, and even other countries.
Thank you for spending so much time with me
Love
Andrea xxx
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May 4, 2024
A good read
The plots are very good and the criminals not who you would expect. The characters are most loveable too. I missed Elsie West in this latest book.
But, the books could do with a proper proofing before they are published. Too many missed words and the odd mistake in a name. What is more, someone needs to go back to learn maths. In this latest book Camille is about to turn 30 and has a 14 year old daughter. But she did not meet the father of her child until she was 17. Lady Camille is also half African and yet had no problems being admitted into New York clubs nor does she experience any issues in London. Back then she would never have enjoyed the wide social acceptance this book suggests. And as for her daughter loving boarding school and the girls being so lovely, mmmm, that does not ring true either.
The plots are very good and the criminals not who you would expect. The characters are most loveable too. I missed Elsie West in this latest book.
But, the books could do with a proper proofing before they are published. Too many missed words and the odd mistake in a name. What is more, someone needs to go back to learn maths. In this latest book Camille is about to turn 30 and has a 14 year old daughter. But she did not meet the father of her child until she was 17. Lady Camille is also half African and yet had no problems being admitted into New York clubs nor does she experience any issues in London. Back then she would never have enjoyed the wide social acceptance this book suggests. And as for her daughter loving boarding school and the girls being so lovely, mmmm, that does not ring true either.
October 23, 2024
This is the 8th book in a delightful series, and these characters and their stories have only gotten better and better. The mysteries in this book are perplexing, but the Chief Inspector manages to put all the pieces together quite neatly. I appreciate that while Camille and Cecily assist throughout that it is Richard who sees the full picture. There is sometimes a tendency to make the police seem superfluous, at best, to solving crimes in cozies. I am so glad that Ms. Hicks avoids that trope. It does appear that changes are on the horizon for Camille, Cecily, Richard, Nolly, Ottilie, and the other characters who readers have come to know and love, but I trust they will be good ones, as well as exciting. I cannot wait for the next book to release in audio.
The narrator does an excellent job voicing these characters.
The narrator does an excellent job voicing these characters.
August 25, 2025
Mrs Knowles, Camille Divine's cook pays a visit to the Houses of Parliament when her friend Mrs Sims, who is one of the tea ladies, invites her to see where she works. Knolly, along with Aaron Kaplan goes along with the tea round where they find that one of the MPs has died, in less than normal circumstances. Camille is also visiting that afternoon having accompanied her friend, Elsie West, to see Elsie's friend put forward his bill for discussion in the house. On seeing Knolly and Aaron and hearing what has happened, Camille and Elsie quickly become involved. But who would want to murder an unassuming, mild-mannered man (even one who is an MP)?
March 19, 2024
Truly a wonderful series
Every time a new Camille Devine book comes out, I know I will have hours
to spend with Camilla and Richard.
Over the period of the eight books, Camilla, Richard, Cecily and the whole crew
have become regular visitors to my home and I have greatly welcomed
the visits.
I highly recommend these works of Andrea Hicks, and I look forward to following
their lives together and their adventures.
Every time a new Camille Devine book comes out, I know I will have hours
to spend with Camilla and Richard.
Over the period of the eight books, Camilla, Richard, Cecily and the whole crew
have become regular visitors to my home and I have greatly welcomed
the visits.
I highly recommend these works of Andrea Hicks, and I look forward to following
their lives together and their adventures.
January 17, 2025
Andrea Hicks writes a cracking good mystery. This one might just be my favorite yet.
A member of Parliament has been murdered, and the killer has tried to make it look like suicide. Then, the secretary to the first victim is murdered. But are the two killings connected?
Andrea Hicks is wonderful at using twists and turns, so you keep reading. I could not put this one down.
Lady Camille, Richard and their team really have their hands full with this one. I highly recommend it.
A member of Parliament has been murdered, and the killer has tried to make it look like suicide. Then, the secretary to the first victim is murdered. But are the two killings connected?
Andrea Hicks is wonderful at using twists and turns, so you keep reading. I could not put this one down.
Lady Camille, Richard and their team really have their hands full with this one. I highly recommend it.
April 13, 2024
A Wicked Witch and Her Flying Monkeys?
A good book with a lot of action. A milquetoast MP who finally found a passion and his secretary are both found murdered in the office on separate days. The MP's wife is a nasty, cruel, and devilish woman who controls everyone and everything. The suffrage movement are also a big part of the story.
A good book with a lot of action. A milquetoast MP who finally found a passion and his secretary are both found murdered in the office on separate days. The MP's wife is a nasty, cruel, and devilish woman who controls everyone and everything. The suffrage movement are also a big part of the story.
June 3, 2024
A most entertaining series. I have read the other books in order and realize that the next book in the series is the last one that has been published. Thank goodness I have my pre-order in for the newest book and will look forward to reading it and seeing what is happening with the crew.
July 9, 2024
The Westminster murders.
Another incredible interesting story and I loved every page. The demo divine murder mysteries are some of the very best I have enjoyed reading. Thank you again for creating them, ms hicks!
Another incredible interesting story and I loved every page. The demo divine murder mysteries are some of the very best I have enjoyed reading. Thank you again for creating them, ms hicks!
November 17, 2024
Each story gets better an better.
This story was so emotional. The unpleasantness of life was so richly described an felt in my heart.
I read this rather quicky, but decided I would like to own this series in book form. To read anytime I like.
This story was so emotional. The unpleasantness of life was so richly described an felt in my heart.
I read this rather quicky, but decided I would like to own this series in book form. To read anytime I like.
April 13, 2024
Still enjoying this series with its interesting mix of characters and the wonderful historical travelogues. Do wish Camille and Richard would catch a break in the progression of their romance.
May 7, 2024
WOW
Amazing read. Kept me going from first to last page. Deep, sometimes dark stories. This was certainly one of those. I already have the next one. In the series. Next on my list!
Amazing read. Kept me going from first to last page. Deep, sometimes dark stories. This was certainly one of those. I already have the next one. In the series. Next on my list!
August 12, 2024
love this series
Lady Devine’s exploits are fun with many twists and turns. Great distraction read, recommend with cozy chair, tea and warm blanket.
Lady Devine’s exploits are fun with many twists and turns. Great distraction read, recommend with cozy chair, tea and warm blanket.
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