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Murder in the Library: Lottie Sprigg Country House 1920s Cozy Mystery Series, Book 1
Murder mystery at the manor!
After months of travel, former maid Lottie Sprigg returns to Fortescue Manor in the rolling hills of Shropshire. Her arrival coincides with a celebratory dinner to mend a family feud. But the flow of champagne dwindles to a trickle when a body is found in the library . . .
Who committed the atrocity? Suspicion falls on several some above stairs and some below. The local detective has his work cut out, and Lottie feels sure her sleuthing skills will help. With her trusty dog companion, Rosie, she embarks on the task.
But detective work can be dangerous. And when the killer strikes again, Lottie realizes no corner of Fortescue Manor is safe.
After months of travel, former maid Lottie Sprigg returns to Fortescue Manor in the rolling hills of Shropshire. Her arrival coincides with a celebratory dinner to mend a family feud. But the flow of champagne dwindles to a trickle when a body is found in the library . . .
Who committed the atrocity? Suspicion falls on several some above stairs and some below. The local detective has his work cut out, and Lottie feels sure her sleuthing skills will help. With her trusty dog companion, Rosie, she embarks on the task.
But detective work can be dangerous. And when the killer strikes again, Lottie realizes no corner of Fortescue Manor is safe.
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Published July 16, 2024
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May 4, 2026
Overview: Lottie Sprigg has returned to Fortescue Manor, with her travelling companion Mrs. Moore. Their return has coincided with a dinner parter intended to bridge the gap between the Buckley-Phelps and their neighboring Lord. Unfortunately, the heir of the other family, Percy, is found dead. Who could possibly want Percy dead? And who is snooping around Fortescue Mano? Let's find out.
Dislikes: Percy is a brat. He is the average cheapskate who tries to steal from those around him. Don't want to pay full price for grapes? Just accuse the greengrocer of selling moldy food. Don't like a schoolmate? Find something that could get him in trouble.
On that point, the police constable that was in charge of the investigation seemed determined to hang Barty for the crime. And it was all based on how the officer met the Barty as a boy.
Likes: Rosie is cute. A little corgi is always cute, mainly due to how they are built. And this one has the added benefit of total innocence. She isn't quite built to have the self-awareness that can cause trouble.
Mrs. Moore should have had a great way to deal with a stalker. It's not her fault that some people don't take no for an answer.
Conclusion: This was a good story. If you like cozy mystery mixed with historical fiction, then this book is for you. Enjoy the read.
Dislikes: Percy is a brat. He is the average cheapskate who tries to steal from those around him. Don't want to pay full price for grapes? Just accuse the greengrocer of selling moldy food. Don't like a schoolmate? Find something that could get him in trouble.
On that point, the police constable that was in charge of the investigation seemed determined to hang Barty for the crime. And it was all based on how the officer met the Barty as a boy.
Likes: Rosie is cute. A little corgi is always cute, mainly due to how they are built. And this one has the added benefit of total innocence. She isn't quite built to have the self-awareness that can cause trouble.
Mrs. Moore should have had a great way to deal with a stalker. It's not her fault that some people don't take no for an answer.
Conclusion: This was a good story. If you like cozy mystery mixed with historical fiction, then this book is for you. Enjoy the read.
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