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Tabitha & Wolf Historical Mystery #7
An Indomitable Woman
The Investigative Countess, Rapier Sharp Logic paired with Great Insight and Boldness. A Private Inquiry Agent.
When the dowager countess receives her first assignment as a private inquiry agent from Tuchinsky, an East End gangster, she immediately throws herself into the case with gusto. Meanwhile, Lord Langley hires Tabitha and Wolf for an assignment that takes them deep into London's Jewish neighbourhood. Is there a connection between the two investigations? More importantly, can the two investigative teams work together?
Wolf has made his peace with continuing to take on investigations and with having Tabitha partner with him, but how will he manage the dowager countess' continued meddling in such a dangerous case?
When the dowager countess receives her first assignment as a private inquiry agent from Tuchinsky, an East End gangster, she immediately throws herself into the case with gusto. Meanwhile, Lord Langley hires Tabitha and Wolf for an assignment that takes them deep into London's Jewish neighbourhood. Is there a connection between the two investigations? More importantly, can the two investigative teams work together?
Wolf has made his peace with continuing to take on investigations and with having Tabitha partner with him, but how will he manage the dowager countess' continued meddling in such a dangerous case?
262 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 28, 2024
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June 25, 2025
I Have Decided:- I Don’t Like Tabitha Any Longer!
This has been a most gruesome episode in the series and I did not enjoy the plot. It covered a Jack -the-Ripper theme linked with Antisemitism and didn’t sit well with me.
In addition, the more that Tabitha’s wings are unfurled, the less regal she has become and the more irritating. Wolf in turn has grown tactless in his emasculation:- stating his awareness of an action that would offend and thus to be avoided (and then going right ahead and doing so)!
It hasn’t just transpired in this story, but has developed over the last 2 tales. Now that she will be Lady P (again), I dread to think about how much more skittish she will become.
I shall give it one more episode.
In contrast, the Dowager Countess is as enjoyably frustrating, supercilious and unconscious of the same, as always! If I read beyond the next book, it will be because of the secondary characters and not the primary ones.
Unfortunately, although justice was served at the conclusion of the story, it was a trite, one sentence solution that left as many strings untied and resolutions unfinished. In all, a very rushed and untidy ending. So much to dislike about this outing that, what should be a happy ending, itself is equally trite .
This has been a most gruesome episode in the series and I did not enjoy the plot. It covered a Jack -the-Ripper theme linked with Antisemitism and didn’t sit well with me.
In addition, the more that Tabitha’s wings are unfurled, the less regal she has become and the more irritating. Wolf in turn has grown tactless in his emasculation:- stating his awareness of an action that would offend and thus to be avoided (and then going right ahead and doing so)!
It hasn’t just transpired in this story, but has developed over the last 2 tales. Now that she will be Lady P (again), I dread to think about how much more skittish she will become.
I shall give it one more episode.
In contrast, the Dowager Countess is as enjoyably frustrating, supercilious and unconscious of the same, as always! If I read beyond the next book, it will be because of the secondary characters and not the primary ones.
Unfortunately, although justice was served at the conclusion of the story, it was a trite, one sentence solution that left as many strings untied and resolutions unfinished. In all, a very rushed and untidy ending. So much to dislike about this outing that, what should be a happy ending, itself is equally trite .
July 19, 2024
Another Great Mystery
The fearsome foursome is back again and on the hunt for the murderer of young Irish women in The East End of London. Wolf, Bear and Tabitha are working for the government and partner Mama Julia is hired by her friend that runs the Jewish mobsters, to find the murderer who is rumored to be Jewish. Antisemitism is causing problems in the East end. Tasked with this investigation the Chesterton gang must find the Jack the Rapper style bad guy ASAP.
The fearsome foursome is back again and on the hunt for the murderer of young Irish women in The East End of London. Wolf, Bear and Tabitha are working for the government and partner Mama Julia is hired by her friend that runs the Jewish mobsters, to find the murderer who is rumored to be Jewish. Antisemitism is causing problems in the East end. Tasked with this investigation the Chesterton gang must find the Jack the Rapper style bad guy ASAP.
April 20, 2025
Surprised
The diminutive, indomitable dowager has truly irked me over the last couple of books. I picture Dame Judi Dench, when she portrayed Lady Catherine de Buerg in Pride and Prejudice. Albeit much more illogical and impulsive. She is even more haughty, which I hadn’t thought possible, that is, until I read these books.. Most surprising, however, I think she’s actually starting to grow on me. A little. The way she defended Tabitha to her mother was priceless. I did indeed enjoy this book, but was just a little disappointed in the end, which felt a little anticlimactic me. On the next one!
The diminutive, indomitable dowager has truly irked me over the last couple of books. I picture Dame Judi Dench, when she portrayed Lady Catherine de Buerg in Pride and Prejudice. Albeit much more illogical and impulsive. She is even more haughty, which I hadn’t thought possible, that is, until I read these books.. Most surprising, however, I think she’s actually starting to grow on me. A little. The way she defended Tabitha to her mother was priceless. I did indeed enjoy this book, but was just a little disappointed in the end, which felt a little anticlimactic me. On the next one!
August 19, 2025
Wolf and Tabitha finally admitted their feels in the previous book, but even though he has hinted he wants to get marries, Tabitha is afraid to do so because even though she loves him and doesn't THINK he's an asshole, she's afraid to ever be under the legal thumb of a man ever again. This feels mildly irrational but also actually makes some sense. In the meantime, she won't sleep with him. So sad.
MEANWHILE, the Dowager Countess (DC) is asked by the local female Jewish gang leader lady Tuchinsky to investigate some Jack the Ripper-style murders that have been occurring recently in Whitechapel. Apparently when the original murders happened, the local Jewish community was blamed by the racist populace, and that's now happening again. Wolf and Tabitha are separately asked to investigate the same thing, more or less for the same reason, by Lord Langley on behalf of the government.
SUMMARY AND THOUGHTS ON THE PLOT, FOR MY MEMORY WHEN I READ THE NEXT BOOK:
The end!
MEANWHILE, the Dowager Countess (DC) is asked by the local female Jewish gang leader lady Tuchinsky to investigate some Jack the Ripper-style murders that have been occurring recently in Whitechapel. Apparently when the original murders happened, the local Jewish community was blamed by the racist populace, and that's now happening again. Wolf and Tabitha are separately asked to investigate the same thing, more or less for the same reason, by Lord Langley on behalf of the government.
SUMMARY AND THOUGHTS ON THE PLOT, FOR MY MEMORY WHEN I READ THE NEXT BOOK:
The end!
July 27, 2024
As with every single book in this series, I absolutely loved reading this book. This author has her main characters down pat! The Dowager Lady Pembroke is insulting, surprisingly generous, absolutely terrifying, and far more enigmatic than anyone suspects. Bear and Wolf, once thief takers and now Earl Pembroke and his secretary are dangerous, loving, generous to a fault, and far more intelligent than their enemies are aware of. Finally, Lady Tabitha is gentle, strong willed, caring to a infinite degree, and far more intelligent than anyone seems to know. Last but not least, the supporting characters, the staff members of the various households, fellow Lords, criminal bosses, and even a group of very interesting madams rounds out a very lovely, fun, and yet very serious story. As others have stated, I truly hope the series has not come to an end, but if it has, it has been a wild and tremendously satisfying ride. I highly recommend this book and the rest of the series.
July 6, 2024
Tedious, anticlimactic
Given this appears to be the final book of this series, it is unfortunate that the plot is slow to develop. The first 88 pages (Kindle edition) are a slog to get through. Noel's predilection to repeat plot points from previous books in the series is on overdrive throughout this work, fulfilling a word count without serving the plot. The final two-thirds of the book establishes a better pace, though the storytelling remains lax leading into the climax of the story happening entirely off screen, a killer escapes, and our heroes conclude, "Oh, well." It is an anticlimactic end to a series that should have ended with Book 5.
Given this appears to be the final book of this series, it is unfortunate that the plot is slow to develop. The first 88 pages (Kindle edition) are a slog to get through. Noel's predilection to repeat plot points from previous books in the series is on overdrive throughout this work, fulfilling a word count without serving the plot. The final two-thirds of the book establishes a better pace, though the storytelling remains lax leading into the climax of the story happening entirely off screen, a killer escapes, and our heroes conclude, "Oh, well." It is an anticlimactic end to a series that should have ended with Book 5.
June 29, 2024
Excellent!
Love this series! Each book has been excellent! However, the last few books have too much meddling and involvement of the Dowager! She is really so self centered and arrogant that a book with much less of her would be appreciated. I loved the surprise ending of this book! I feel, however, that this might indicate the end of adventures of Tabitha, Wolf, and Bear??
Love this series! Each book has been excellent! However, the last few books have too much meddling and involvement of the Dowager! She is really so self centered and arrogant that a book with much less of her would be appreciated. I loved the surprise ending of this book! I feel, however, that this might indicate the end of adventures of Tabitha, Wolf, and Bear??
July 13, 2024
A Betrayal/A Wedding/A Murder
Finally, all is set for a trust at a later date. But then everyone gets involved in solving a murder or two & it’s a whirlwind to have to set a date for a special occasion. But, it’s politics as usual to try & spoil everything.
Finally, all is set for a trust at a later date. But then everyone gets involved in solving a murder or two & it’s a whirlwind to have to set a date for a special occasion. But, it’s politics as usual to try & spoil everything.
July 19, 2024
I've enjoyed some of the books in this series. There are likeable characters and interesting ones. However, this book just pushed everything a little too far for me. I'm feeling a credibility issue. Some elements feel implausible, even for this genre, eg the investigations seem to take on a format of family outings - we all have to go together - rather than leveraging different skills/networks to undertake an investigation. I'll leave it there as I don't want to write any spoilers.
October 5, 2025
Indomitable Women
This book was a total breeze! Sarah really knows how to spin a tale. The characters pull you right in. That dowager might seem super blunt at first, but you'll totally end up liking her 😄.
This book was a total breeze! Sarah really knows how to spin a tale. The characters pull you right in. That dowager might seem super blunt at first, but you'll totally end up liking her 😄.
January 19, 2026
A bit tedious
It is getting tiring that so much of the books deal with the cleaner and her personality. The solving of the murders was rushed towards the end. Someone needs to put her in her place.
It is getting tiring that so much of the books deal with the cleaner and her personality. The solving of the murders was rushed towards the end. Someone needs to put her in her place.
February 24, 2026
Love Tabitha & Wolf Mysteries
Love the Tabitha & Wolf Historical Mysteries. You never know what lengths they will have to go to in order to get the guilty party!! Another great read!!
Love the Tabitha & Wolf Historical Mysteries. You never know what lengths they will have to go to in order to get the guilty party!! Another great read!!
August 17, 2024
Great Continuing Story
Love the character development. Not as exciting as others in the series. The dowager really shines in the scene where we meet Tabitha’s family member.
Love the character development. Not as exciting as others in the series. The dowager really shines in the scene where we meet Tabitha’s family member.
September 16, 2024
3.5 stars
November 14, 2024
Another Great Book
I couldn't put the book down. Great page turner, with a surprising end. I can't wait for the next Book.
I couldn't put the book down. Great page turner, with a surprising end. I can't wait for the next Book.
August 18, 2025
Book 7
The dowager was more tolerable this time. Loved the story. I love Wolfe and Tabitha. Bear is adorable. On to #8!
The dowager was more tolerable this time. Loved the story. I love Wolfe and Tabitha. Bear is adorable. On to #8!
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October 2, 2025This is a fun and engaging series, that develops characters well.
December 23, 2025
Another great read! Love this series!
August 3, 2024
Not great
Hard to finish this, very dull and very disappointing. Won't be buying any more in this series. Don't bother with this
Hard to finish this, very dull and very disappointing. Won't be buying any more in this series. Don't bother with this
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