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Lord Edgington Investigates #14
Death at Silent Pool: A 1920s Mystery
A woman disappears in suspicious circumstances, the obvious suspect is murdered, and a family tears itself apart.When master sleuth Lord Edgington is called to investigate the disappearance of a politician’s wife at a beauty spot in the countryside, things go badly from the outset. A bloody and abandoned car hints at a dark fate for the missing woman, and when her husband forbids the detectives from entering his property, there is only one conclusion to draw.
The case is soon turned on its head when the prime suspect is murdered and the heirs to the grand estate at Silent Pool clash. But which of the five bickering siblings wanted their parents dead and who will the killer target next? As the police fail to get the situation under control, and two warring camps emerge, Lord Edgington and his increasingly capable assistant must dig into the past of a unique and uniquely horrible family if they wish to catch the culprit before there is no one left to blame.
A 1920s whodunit with a warm-hearted and original detective duo, a cast of well-drawn characters and a mystery that will leave you guessing right to the end. “Death at Silent Pool” is the fourteenth novel in the witty and twisty “Lord Edgington Investigates” series but can be read as a standalone case.
The case is soon turned on its head when the prime suspect is murdered and the heirs to the grand estate at Silent Pool clash. But which of the five bickering siblings wanted their parents dead and who will the killer target next? As the police fail to get the situation under control, and two warring camps emerge, Lord Edgington and his increasingly capable assistant must dig into the past of a unique and uniquely horrible family if they wish to catch the culprit before there is no one left to blame.
A 1920s whodunit with a warm-hearted and original detective duo, a cast of well-drawn characters and a mystery that will leave you guessing right to the end. “Death at Silent Pool” is the fourteenth novel in the witty and twisty “Lord Edgington Investigates” series but can be read as a standalone case.
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First published October 6, 2024
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Benedict Brown
48 books514 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 23, 2025
A delightful series. One I will enjoy again in the future.
June 9, 2025
A bit darker than Brown’s usual (which he acknowledges) but nothing to avoid.
October 22, 2024
The demise of a family
This installment of the Lord Edgington books takes on a more serious tone than the past books. The family in question has a long history of emotional abuse by the patriarch in the family. I would guess to say he could be characterized as a narcissist. His wife turns up missing and then he himself is murdered while Lord Edgington and Christopher are present in the house. His five offspring are all viable suspects and what happens after their father’s death is the ultimate tragedy. Christopher has definitely matured in this story and is encouraged to take the lead in the investigation more frequently than in previous novels. While there isn’t as much comedic relief here, the plot takes many twists and will have you glued to your chair right to the end.
This installment of the Lord Edgington books takes on a more serious tone than the past books. The family in question has a long history of emotional abuse by the patriarch in the family. I would guess to say he could be characterized as a narcissist. His wife turns up missing and then he himself is murdered while Lord Edgington and Christopher are present in the house. His five offspring are all viable suspects and what happens after their father’s death is the ultimate tragedy. Christopher has definitely matured in this story and is encouraged to take the lead in the investigation more frequently than in previous novels. While there isn’t as much comedic relief here, the plot takes many twists and will have you glued to your chair right to the end.
December 6, 2025
It’s always a delight to spend time in Benedict Brown’s world.
Though I found the Marius Quin books first and remain partial to them, I find myself really enjoying the Lord Edgington series as well.
Brown does historical detail and atmosphere better than just about anyone, and that’s the best part of this series, just as it is in the Quin books.
The mystery here is a good one overall, though the solve felt a bit convoluted for my liking. Still, it all adds up in the end, and I love the way Brown structures his mysteries, especially in terms of how the detectives sort things out.
And of course (as always), Brown’s end notes are easily as much fun to read as the novel itself.
*I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.*
Though I found the Marius Quin books first and remain partial to them, I find myself really enjoying the Lord Edgington series as well.
Brown does historical detail and atmosphere better than just about anyone, and that’s the best part of this series, just as it is in the Quin books.
The mystery here is a good one overall, though the solve felt a bit convoluted for my liking. Still, it all adds up in the end, and I love the way Brown structures his mysteries, especially in terms of how the detectives sort things out.
And of course (as always), Brown’s end notes are easily as much fun to read as the novel itself.
*I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.*
October 11, 2024
unbelievable difficult plot!
Great read. Couldn’t put it down. So many twists and turns and so very much evidence pointing in a myriad of directions!
Great read. Couldn’t put it down. So many twists and turns and so very much evidence pointing in a myriad of directions!
September 6, 2025
A nice tribute to Agatha Christie! I very much enjoy the developing relationship between Lord Edgington and Christopher throughout this series.
October 10, 2024
Brilliant writing ~ dark mystery‼️
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This book is a tad different from the usual Lord Edgington mysteries as we see another side of his character. I think he's weary from life and the bizarreness of this thriller highlights decades of his work with the sinister side of society. Christopher, also, is in flux as he navigates becoming an adult and not being a silly teenager (a tough transition for any generation). Sometimes it's advantageous to be an ostrich like Halfpenny the footman when it comes to the world and in this book we are privy to the toll it takes on a person whose career path has not given them that opportunity. This has been a foray into the underside of society and murder. What happens? ~ well let's say I can hardly wait to read the next chapter of Lord Edgington's life! An excellent read!
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This book is a tad different from the usual Lord Edgington mysteries as we see another side of his character. I think he's weary from life and the bizarreness of this thriller highlights decades of his work with the sinister side of society. Christopher, also, is in flux as he navigates becoming an adult and not being a silly teenager (a tough transition for any generation). Sometimes it's advantageous to be an ostrich like Halfpenny the footman when it comes to the world and in this book we are privy to the toll it takes on a person whose career path has not given them that opportunity. This has been a foray into the underside of society and murder. What happens? ~ well let's say I can hardly wait to read the next chapter of Lord Edgington's life! An excellent read!
October 6, 2024
Lord Edgington is meeting with Chief Inspector Darrington at a local lake to discuss the disappearance of Patience Hindmarsh, the wife of a member of Parliament for Guildforfd. The car had blood stains, indicating violence, but no body was found. When Lord Edgington requests and audience with Mr. Hindmarsh, he is not only refused an audience, but is refused admittance to the property. About three weeks later, Mr. Hindmarsh requests a meeting with Lord Edgington and Inspector Darrington. The situation now is that his life has been threatened.
While talking with Mr. Hindmarsh, the group hears a ruckus in another room and goes to investigate. When they arrive on the scene, one of the sons, Ezekiel, is chocking his sister, Elisheba. Unfortunately, nobody is even trying to break them apart. Lord Edgington got them to separate moments before Abraham Hindmarsh entered the room and told them not to blame any family member for any of the violent events occurring.
Lord Edgington is speaking with Elisheba in a separate room when he asked her about her mother's disappearance. As they are discussing the issues between her mother and her father, they suddenly hear a gunshot. Further investigation shows that Abraham Hindmarsh has been shot through the heart. Ezekiel automatically blames Elisheba, but Lord Edgington explains that she is the only person he knows that could not have pulled the trigger.
Who killed Abraham Hindmarsh? What happened to Patience Hindmarsh? Can Lord Edgington and his group unravel the mysteries before more people die?
Benedict Brown has created a wonderfully complex mystery with an abundance of twists and turns. This story is guaranteed to hold the readers interest clear to the end.
While talking with Mr. Hindmarsh, the group hears a ruckus in another room and goes to investigate. When they arrive on the scene, one of the sons, Ezekiel, is chocking his sister, Elisheba. Unfortunately, nobody is even trying to break them apart. Lord Edgington got them to separate moments before Abraham Hindmarsh entered the room and told them not to blame any family member for any of the violent events occurring.
Lord Edgington is speaking with Elisheba in a separate room when he asked her about her mother's disappearance. As they are discussing the issues between her mother and her father, they suddenly hear a gunshot. Further investigation shows that Abraham Hindmarsh has been shot through the heart. Ezekiel automatically blames Elisheba, but Lord Edgington explains that she is the only person he knows that could not have pulled the trigger.
Who killed Abraham Hindmarsh? What happened to Patience Hindmarsh? Can Lord Edgington and his group unravel the mysteries before more people die?
Benedict Brown has created a wonderfully complex mystery with an abundance of twists and turns. This story is guaranteed to hold the readers interest clear to the end.
August 16, 2025
Title: Death at Silent Pooll
Series: Lord Edgington Investigates #14
Author:: Benedict Brown
Format: 🎧
Narrator: George Bladen
Publisher: Dreamscape Select- Heathdene Books
Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery Thriller
Audiobook Pub Date: August 27, 2025
My Rating: 4.3. Stars
Pages: 277
Story is narrated by twenty Year-old Christopher the grandson of Lord Edgington - who is also his grandfather’s apprentice.
This is more serious than the other Benedict Brown stories I have read.
It features a family who has experienced emotional abuse by the patriarch in the family.
Patience Hindmarsh, the wife of Abraham Hindmardh. a member of Parliament goes missing.
Lord Edgington requests and audience with Mr. Hindmarsh as he wishes to interview him; however Mr. Hindmarsh refuses, he states there is nothing else to say.
He finally grants permission when Lord Edgington is discussing the issues of the parents with one of the five children when they hear a gunshot. Upon investigation they discover Abraham Hindmarsh has been shot through the heart.
Who killed Abraham Hindmarsh? Where is Patience Hindmarsh?
Lord Edgington and his group need to solve these mysteries before more people die.
I did enjoy this. The narrator was great and plus his performance of all the characters was GREAT!.
As per author Benedict Brown’s writing style he like to inform readers of his research and motivation for his writing. SO the end of his books is always as entertaining as the book itself!
Want to thank NetGalley and Dreamscape Select- Heathdene Books for this enjoyable audiobook.
Audiobook Publishing Release Date scheduled for August 27, 2025
Series: Lord Edgington Investigates #14
Author:: Benedict Brown
Format: 🎧
Narrator: George Bladen
Publisher: Dreamscape Select- Heathdene Books
Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery Thriller
Audiobook Pub Date: August 27, 2025
My Rating: 4.3. Stars
Pages: 277
Story is narrated by twenty Year-old Christopher the grandson of Lord Edgington - who is also his grandfather’s apprentice.
This is more serious than the other Benedict Brown stories I have read.
It features a family who has experienced emotional abuse by the patriarch in the family.
Patience Hindmarsh, the wife of Abraham Hindmardh. a member of Parliament goes missing.
Lord Edgington requests and audience with Mr. Hindmarsh as he wishes to interview him; however Mr. Hindmarsh refuses, he states there is nothing else to say.
He finally grants permission when Lord Edgington is discussing the issues of the parents with one of the five children when they hear a gunshot. Upon investigation they discover Abraham Hindmarsh has been shot through the heart.
Who killed Abraham Hindmarsh? Where is Patience Hindmarsh?
Lord Edgington and his group need to solve these mysteries before more people die.
I did enjoy this. The narrator was great and plus his performance of all the characters was GREAT!.
As per author Benedict Brown’s writing style he like to inform readers of his research and motivation for his writing. SO the end of his books is always as entertaining as the book itself!
Want to thank NetGalley and Dreamscape Select- Heathdene Books for this enjoyable audiobook.
Audiobook Publishing Release Date scheduled for August 27, 2025
August 11, 2025
This is the 14th entry in the Lord Edgington Investigates series. I was not familiar with this author or this series, but as a lover of classic British mystery writers, thought I would check this out. I was not disappointed.
Mr. Brown has created an interesting character in Lord Edgington. Cold, Odd, and a bit arrogant, Edgington fits the mold of the detectives of the time. I loved his relationship with his grandson/assistant, Christopher. It reminded me of the relationship of Rex Stout’s Nero Wolfe/Archie Baldwin or Lawrence Block’s Leo Haig/Chip Harrison (a must if you have never read them). We see through the eyes of the assistant as they work to assist a great detective in solving an unsolvable murder.
In this particular case, Lord Edgington is trying to solve a case of a missing woman. And the bodies begin to pile up. I will say the mystery was enjoyable and had a great conclusion. One that you may not see coming. The author’s love for Agatha Christie shows through every moment of this book. I was provided with an ARC of the audiobook by NetGalley. The narration was charming and was well done. You could “see” each distinct character throughout the audiobook. Check out the author’s notes at the end on his research. Quite interesting on what he found out while doing research for the novel.
I will gladly check out more of this series. Consider me a fan.
Mr. Brown has created an interesting character in Lord Edgington. Cold, Odd, and a bit arrogant, Edgington fits the mold of the detectives of the time. I loved his relationship with his grandson/assistant, Christopher. It reminded me of the relationship of Rex Stout’s Nero Wolfe/Archie Baldwin or Lawrence Block’s Leo Haig/Chip Harrison (a must if you have never read them). We see through the eyes of the assistant as they work to assist a great detective in solving an unsolvable murder.
In this particular case, Lord Edgington is trying to solve a case of a missing woman. And the bodies begin to pile up. I will say the mystery was enjoyable and had a great conclusion. One that you may not see coming. The author’s love for Agatha Christie shows through every moment of this book. I was provided with an ARC of the audiobook by NetGalley. The narration was charming and was well done. You could “see” each distinct character throughout the audiobook. Check out the author’s notes at the end on his research. Quite interesting on what he found out while doing research for the novel.
I will gladly check out more of this series. Consider me a fan.
August 22, 2025
Lord Edgington is a famous retired detective who is usually accompanied in his investigations by his narrative grandson who seems to have good deductive reasoning. It's set in the 1920s with all of its problems of class distinctions and other oddities. Lady Hindmarsh has disappeared without a trace that can be followed, but the family is beyond odd and the husband is more than uncooperative. Next, the rest of the family is picked off one at a time and the investigations get progressively more bizarre. The set-up takes a few chapters because the cast of characters is so zany, but it's worth the slog. Loved it. Not laughing sox off, but lots of giggles and sniggers.
Voice actor George Blagden has a vast repertoire of voices to go with this rather pompous bunch that really made it more fun.
I requested and received a temporary unedited digital audiobook from Dreamscape Select | Heathdene Books via NetGalley. #BookBub #Goodreads #storygraph #librarything
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Voice actor George Blagden has a vast repertoire of voices to go with this rather pompous bunch that really made it more fun.
I requested and received a temporary unedited digital audiobook from Dreamscape Select | Heathdene Books via NetGalley. #BookBub #Goodreads #storygraph #librarything
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October 1, 2025
This is the 14th entry in the Lord Edgington Investigates series, but I have only read a few here and there. Lord Edgington is a famous retired detective, a bit cold and arrogant, but he’s usually accompanied by his twenty year-old grandson, Christopher, who is both our narrator and Edgington’s apprentice. Christopher is clever, but also friendly and charming. Lord Edgington is looking into the disappearance of Patience Hindmarsh, the wife of a member of parliament, but her husband/main suspect in her disappearance is being uncooperative, until his own life is threatened.
There are a lot of murders in this one, which makes getting to the solution difficult. The Hindmarsh family patriarch is an abusive man and when he is killed all of the children are viable suspects. It’s not a light mystery. It’s dark and sad, different from the others I’ve read in the series. We’ve got several twists and turns on the way to the solution.
I listened to the audio and the narrator did a good job. The pacing was well-done and it was easy to distinguish the various characters.
There are a lot of murders in this one, which makes getting to the solution difficult. The Hindmarsh family patriarch is an abusive man and when he is killed all of the children are viable suspects. It’s not a light mystery. It’s dark and sad, different from the others I’ve read in the series. We’ve got several twists and turns on the way to the solution.
I listened to the audio and the narrator did a good job. The pacing was well-done and it was easy to distinguish the various characters.
December 21, 2025
Christopher has reached the ripe old age of twenty but is still solving mysteries with his grandfather. It has been some time since the last book and, rather than traveling the continent like Lord Edgington had been promising, Christopher has been working to solve small mysteries in London.
The book starts off with the solution to the disappearance of some jewels but then jumps back in time to the disappearance of Patinece Hindmarsh, wife of Abraham and mother of five children, none of whom seem to actually like each other. Abraham does not want help from either the police or Lord Edgington until three weeks later when his own life is threatened. And he is, indeed the next person to die; not the last.
The Hindmarsh family has no lack of suspects including some side characters. The end is very twisty and turn-y but I was willing to suspend my disbelief in the enjoyment of the story.
The book starts off with the solution to the disappearance of some jewels but then jumps back in time to the disappearance of Patinece Hindmarsh, wife of Abraham and mother of five children, none of whom seem to actually like each other. Abraham does not want help from either the police or Lord Edgington until three weeks later when his own life is threatened. And he is, indeed the next person to die; not the last.
The Hindmarsh family has no lack of suspects including some side characters. The end is very twisty and turn-y but I was willing to suspend my disbelief in the enjoyment of the story.
December 17, 2025
Another one of these! Based on the author's note I think it may be the final one in this particular series, as I know he started a sort of sequel series where Chrissy and Lord Edgington travel Europe solving murders (instead of in England), and Lord Edgington mentions at the very end of this book that he's finally ready to start their travels after the upcoming holidays. Depending on whether the author decides to squeeze in one more holiday murder book (he loves these, lol), I would think that the next book with these characters will be the first European one.
Despite how low-key these books are (it took me several to get at all invested in the characters), I do enjoy them enough to continue reading them, so I guess I look forward to the change in scenery!
Despite how low-key these books are (it took me several to get at all invested in the characters), I do enjoy them enough to continue reading them, so I guess I look forward to the change in scenery!
October 8, 2024
An Amazing Mystery
I will start by saying that I almost gave 4 stars instead of 5. This would be unusual for me because I love the Lord Eddington books, mainly because of the characters. The previously introduced chsracters were fine. Christopher is my favorite! That being said, I did not like, in fact, hated all but the repeat characters! I did not really feel bad that any of them died.
The only reason I gave the 5 stars was because the mystery itself was exceptional. I had no idea who the killer was until the unveiling at the conclusion. For this reason the book is worth the read, & the 5 stars.
I will start by saying that I almost gave 4 stars instead of 5. This would be unusual for me because I love the Lord Eddington books, mainly because of the characters. The previously introduced chsracters were fine. Christopher is my favorite! That being said, I did not like, in fact, hated all but the repeat characters! I did not really feel bad that any of them died.
The only reason I gave the 5 stars was because the mystery itself was exceptional. I had no idea who the killer was until the unveiling at the conclusion. For this reason the book is worth the read, & the 5 stars.
October 10, 2024
Wow!! What an incredible tale!
A missing woman, a really strange family and challenges aplenty! When the two intrepid investigators are called in by their Police Inspector friend to see the bloodstained car, they are completely bewildered . There seems to be absolutely no way a solution can be found. Christopher ’s growing maturity is pleasing to see. Readers are assured of many fascinating turns and twists which keep them guessing. As well, many will probably keep reading until the end. Additionally, the historical information provided at the end gives every reader fascinating insights into the state of the world in which the mystery is set.
ENJOY!
A missing woman, a really strange family and challenges aplenty! When the two intrepid investigators are called in by their Police Inspector friend to see the bloodstained car, they are completely bewildered . There seems to be absolutely no way a solution can be found. Christopher ’s growing maturity is pleasing to see. Readers are assured of many fascinating turns and twists which keep them guessing. As well, many will probably keep reading until the end. Additionally, the historical information provided at the end gives every reader fascinating insights into the state of the world in which the mystery is set.
ENJOY!
February 22, 2025
Benedict continues to entertain and engage us with his Lord Edgington Investigates tales. This one a little grimmer than the others, but with a tidy ending nonetheless. Not sure how Mr. Brown comes up with the villainous members of society that he does, but they are viscerally unlikeable and you are almost rooting for them to be eliminated from the story. Chrissy continues to mature even as Grandfather continues to exasperate but I love the interaction between the two.
One other stellar things from the books is the end chapter where Benedict lets us in on a bird's-eye view of the researched bits for the latest installment of the series. A nice touch, and a favorite of mine.
One other stellar things from the books is the end chapter where Benedict lets us in on a bird's-eye view of the researched bits for the latest installment of the series. A nice touch, and a favorite of mine.
May 18, 2025
Best one yet
Grandson Christopher really hits his assistant-sleuth-in-training stride in this 14th installment of Lord Edgington investigates series. This time, with an over abundance of clues and murders to boot—5 in all, or is it 6?—Lord Edgington, retired and still famed Inspector of Scotland Yard, is stumped. So is the active Inspector of Scotland Yard when siblings to a missing-murdered mother and then father start dropping one after the other. In short, each time the inspectors they think they have it figured out, they don’t due to another death.
Armchair whodunit fans will love figuring this one out.
Grandson Christopher really hits his assistant-sleuth-in-training stride in this 14th installment of Lord Edgington investigates series. This time, with an over abundance of clues and murders to boot—5 in all, or is it 6?—Lord Edgington, retired and still famed Inspector of Scotland Yard, is stumped. So is the active Inspector of Scotland Yard when siblings to a missing-murdered mother and then father start dropping one after the other. In short, each time the inspectors they think they have it figured out, they don’t due to another death.
Armchair whodunit fans will love figuring this one out.
August 24, 2025
Lord Edgington investigates the disappearance of a politician’s wife, only to find himself embroiled in a murder case within a dysfunctional family at Silent Pool. He and his assistant must unravel the family’s dark secrets to catch the killer before more deaths occur.
What a fun book! This is the first I’ve read in this long series, and I never felt confused—the book can easily be read as a standalone. The mystery kept me guessing, and I enjoyed the warm relationship between the detectives. The audiobook narrator did a great job of capturing the witty and self-deprecating voice of the main character.
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
What a fun book! This is the first I’ve read in this long series, and I never felt confused—the book can easily be read as a standalone. The mystery kept me guessing, and I enjoyed the warm relationship between the detectives. The audiobook narrator did a great job of capturing the witty and self-deprecating voice of the main character.
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
October 9, 2024
An other great read from Benedict Brown
The Lord Edgington series is by far my favorite cozy mystery read. They never fail to keep me engaged and guessing who done it until the very end. Benedict can weave a tale like no other. This book could be read as a stand alone, but I highly recommend starting from the beginning of this series. Your will fall in love with the witty characters of Lord Edgington and his grandson Chrissy and the family and staff. Not to mention Delilah the ever faithful dog. Give this series read. You will not regret it.
The Lord Edgington series is by far my favorite cozy mystery read. They never fail to keep me engaged and guessing who done it until the very end. Benedict can weave a tale like no other. This book could be read as a stand alone, but I highly recommend starting from the beginning of this series. Your will fall in love with the witty characters of Lord Edgington and his grandson Chrissy and the family and staff. Not to mention Delilah the ever faithful dog. Give this series read. You will not regret it.
October 12, 2024
The author warns readers at the beginning that this book would be a bit different from the rest and it was. At first, I wasn't sure I liked how it was written and so many unlikable characters with no light bits to offset the nastiness.
I did stick with it and my idea of who the culprit was changed several times. The solution was unique so 2 thumbs up for that.
I really did miss the family involvement and as I said, there was a lack of humour that I missed so docked points for that. I really do like a few nutty characters!
I did stick with it and my idea of who the culprit was changed several times. The solution was unique so 2 thumbs up for that.
I really did miss the family involvement and as I said, there was a lack of humour that I missed so docked points for that. I really do like a few nutty characters!
October 25, 2024
The good Lord & Christy have one of their most challenging cases in this somewhat dark mystery. First the mother of 5 disappeared months ago leaving an empty car filled with her blood crashed into a tree on the remote family property. The father a senior government member refuses to speak to them. Finally they are invited back where they discover he is a particularly unpleasant man who is very manipulative with his children who have all been affected by his cruelty. Then one by one they start dying & our fearless duo are left utterly confused. So was I!
October 6, 2024
Lord Edgington and Christopher are faced with an extremely difficult challenge this time around. The blurb says it all, so I can just recommend this book. The plot is very twisty and our investigators are stumped a number of times. Also - there are surprises along the way! Christopher has some good insights and his self-deprecating wit provides lighter moments. - I received an advance copy and freely leave this honest review.
October 9, 2024
A new twist, but it worked out great
I saw at the beginning of the book that the author was trying a new way/plot for this murder. I can honestly say it worked. I really wasn't sure who did it, until it was explained. But I did think that the poisoned sister poisoned herself. I was wrong on that part.
I did miss the crazy concocted food choices that Henrietta makes, but oh well.
As always I can't wait for the next book!!
P.S. I'm so glad to finally know Delilah's age, lol.
I saw at the beginning of the book that the author was trying a new way/plot for this murder. I can honestly say it worked. I really wasn't sure who did it, until it was explained. But I did think that the poisoned sister poisoned herself. I was wrong on that part.
I did miss the crazy concocted food choices that Henrietta makes, but oh well.
As always I can't wait for the next book!!
P.S. I'm so glad to finally know Delilah's age, lol.
October 13, 2024
A really good book. There are many twists and turns. The characters continue to be endearing but not predictable. Lord Edgington is delightful as always but now he is seen through the eyes of an older Chrissy who realizes that although his grandfather is brilliant, he is also human. In this book Chrissy recognizes his own imperfections but has also begun to see his own strengths and how he complements his grandfather. Well written and entertaining.
October 15, 2024
I made the mistake of reading this just after reading the delicious "We Solve Murders" (I don't know how to underline on a computer) not that it would have made it more enjoyable had I not and I know that it is probably not fair to compare, BUT the juxtaposition was painful. I was a fan of this series early on but I'm finding the stories more and more repetitive, amateurish and frankly boring. I am hoping that the upcoming stories featuring the world tour will revitalize and improve this brand.
October 31, 2024
2 1/2 stars. The author notes from the beginning that he is trying something a little different. It is a little more serious and not as light-hearted. That is true. I applaud him for trying something different even if I did not happen to like it as much. Partly it is because the solution is very complicated and it is unlikely you are realistically are going to figure it out. But maybe I'm wrong.
April 11, 2025
Thanks to the narrator Christopher, this book was just barely redeemed after going out in the wilderness before circling back to finally be wrapped up long after I was ready to say goodbye to the plot. Although it was the first time I've read a book where every family member murders at least one other family member, or themselves by suicide. Hardly anyone's left standing at the end. I'm not sure how the last two deaths make sense but am glad another chapter was NOT added to explain it to me.
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October 13, 2024
In this fantastic new mystery of Lord Edgington and Christopher I was, just like the investigating men, intensily puzzled by the family they were investigating, for none of them seemed to enjoy each other’s company or seemed to even tolerate one another. I really enjoyed how the story unfolded itself. Very entertaining!
October 16, 2024
1928 August Patience Hindmarsh has gone missing but it is not until 22 days later that her husband M.P. Abraham Hindmarsh allows the police with Lord Edgington to investigate. But how many more people have to die before they capture the murderer.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its likeable characters.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its likeable characters.
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