Asesinato en la Mansión Mayfield

A Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne Mystery #2

by Olivia Rose

Secrets, lies, and a killer on the loose. Can Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne unravel the truth before she becomes the next victim?

Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne's reunion with her childhood friend, Clemmi Mayfield, takes a sinister turn when she stumbles upon a web of chilling a secret marriage, blackmail, and the murder of the enigmatic Countess Magdalena von Habsfeld.

As an unrelenting blizzard traps the guests and their secrets within the manor's walls, suspicion falls on everyone.

Forced to collaborate once again with the mysterious Jonathan Ashcroft, a man with an agenda of his own, Elizabeth must navigate a treacherous maze of old secrets and new alliances.

With danger lurking around every corner and the killer poised to strike again, Elizabeth races against time to uncover the truth.

But in a house full of lies, can she trust anyone – even her closest friend?

Murder at Mayfield Manor is a thrilling whodunit that will keep you guessing until the very end. As the snow continues to fall, Elizabeth and Jonathan must use all their wit and cunning to unmask the killer before they can escape the manor's icy grip. But with each clue they uncover, the web of deceit grows ever more tangled. Can they sift through the lies and unravel the truth before the murderer strikes again?

Step into a world of glamour, mystery, and deadly games, where nothing is as it seems and everyone has something to hide.

Genres: Mystery, Cozy Mystery, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Cozy

393 pages, Paperback

Published June 10, 2025

Reviews

[Delphia Von Heeder · Rating 4 out of 5]

Murder at Mayfield Manor is book 2 in Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne Mystery by Olivia Rose. I enjoy this newest series by Ms Rose. The characters are good as is the mystery. Elizabeth is enjoying a reunion with a childhood friend, Clemmi. Unfortunately, a blizzard strands everyone and with a killer among the guest, Elizabeth is forced to work with Jonathan again. I found this fast paced mystery to be very enjoyable. I received an arc for free and am leaving my review voluntarily.

[Sherry Priddy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fun historical mystery. I'm looking forward to the next one. And curious to know more about Jonathan and if he will be showing up again in future books.

[Abby Hofmeister · Rating 3 out of 5]

I will give it 3.5⭐️! Overall I think it was adorable and such a cozy mystery novel! I would love to read more from this author and books like it!

[A Look Inside: Reviews and Interviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

In "A Murder at Mayfield Manor" by Olivia Rose, readers are invited into a world of intrigue and danger as Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne finds herself embroiled in a deadly game of deception and betrayal. Rose expertly crafts a gripping narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

Lady Elizabeth emerges as a resilient and resourceful protagonist, whose sharp wit and keen intuition make her a formidable sleuth. As she delves into the dark secrets lurking within the walls of Mayfield Manor, she must confront the chilling revelations of a secret marriage, blackmail, and murder. With danger lurking around every corner and suspicion falling on everyone, Elizabeth must navigate a treacherous maze of old secrets and new alliances.

The atmospheric setting of Mayfield Manor adds to the tension and suspense, as an unrelenting blizzard traps the guests and their secrets within its walls. As Elizabeth races against time to uncover the truth, she must confront the question of who she can trust in a house full of lies. With each twist and turn, Rose keeps readers guessing until the very end, culminating in a shocking finale that will leave them breathless.

Overall, "A Murder at Mayfield Manor" is a riveting and atmospheric mystery that will captivate fans of the genre. With its compelling characters, intricate plot, and evocative setting, Olivia Rose delivers another thrilling installment in the Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne Mystery series. Prepare to be swept away on a journey of suspense and intrigue as Lady Elizabeth unravels the secrets of Mayfield Manor and races against time to unmask a killer.

[Jann Howell · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a cozy murder mystery - and the word cozy is quite apt here. The author does such a good job of describing the bitter cold wind and snow that I shivered in my South Carolina home in June. Apparently this is the 2nd in a series but it stands alone quite well. Elizabeth is going to visit her dear friend Clemmi Mayfield because Mayfield is getting married. There's a Countess Magdalena von Habsfeld who isn't who she seems to be and a Jonathan Ashcroft and I think most readers met him in the 1st book. Because the wedding is so close, the house is full of visitors and because of the snow storm (did I mention how bitterly cold it is?) everyone is trapped in the Mayfield home. And that's when someone dies - and it's obviously someone in the home. There are lots of characters who act suspiciously and others are just plain suspects, but Jonathan and Elizabeth do a good job of ferreting out the killer. I'm thinking this is post WWI so it's a treat that a woman (Elizabeth) is encouraged to be one of the detectives.

Definitely cozy - plan on getting a blanket to read the narrative.

[Tanvi · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was the second book in the series and I was hoping to see more of a character growth for Elizabeth. But sadly that was not the case.

What set me off in this book was the non-introduction of characters. The scene describes one person entering the room and suddenly there's a dialogue between another person who was not present before. Another thing which felt weird was that the characters kept pushing the investigation to the next day, even though there was a murderer in the house.

Again, I felt like the author can move the focus from what Elizabeth is wearing or how cold the weather was, to more important parts of the book. There are too many adjectives and I feel simpler language would have conveyed the story better.

The books need a little bit of flow as I find it difficult to read when the books lose their rhythm. Also it's a little light for my taste.

I received an advance copy of the book and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Hilda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun who-done-it

Murder at Mayfield Manor is a fun who-done-it taking place during a blizzard that’s stranded all the guests with a murderer on the loose. Lady Elizabeth helps with the investigation. As soon as they started to interview the guests, I knew who’d done it.

It was enjoyable, save for a couple of things. At one point, Elizabeth, who is always caught up in tremendous introspection, talks about keeping a “laser-focus” on the investigation. Lasers weren’t even an idea until 1959. Lol

The second problem for me was a grammar error that I blame the editor for not catching. One of my biggest pet peeves - the erroneous use of “I” instead of the correct “me.” As in “She approached Father and me…”

[Angelia · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read the first book in this series and couldn’t get past all the adjectives. I was hoping this one would be better. It’s not. One example of something that stood out to me was that on page 13, Elizabeth’s “lips curved into a smile.” On page 14, her lips also “curved into a smile.” Someone’s lips “curve into a smile” five times in the book. Although in one case they “curve upward,) which I’m pretty sure is a smile. That’s just the tip of the iceberg. Everything is so painstaking described that it’s hard to get into the story or get to know the characters.

There’s just so much description of everything it makes it hard to get into the story.

[KathleenWH · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fine follow up

This book, number two in the series, is a delight.

The writing flows, with the words and descriptions threading across the page
like fine embroidery.

I don’t recall this quality of writing in the first book in the series, “Murder on the
SS Andromeda,” but it certainly sparkles in this volume.

Lady Elizabeth shines throughout, and many of the characters are so authentic
that they seem to leap from the page with their own reality.

(Some pesky editing instructions seemingly by the author are left in this
published work, probably just to bewilder readers who fail to understand why
they weren’t noticed.)

[Beverly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was glad to see Clemmi stand up to the "countess". And. I was wasn't disappointed to see who the cold cruel victim was. Now they had to figure out whodunit! This was very intriguing to watch them questions each person, but those answers were measured and guarded. The real clues are when people are relaxed, like meal times. Ooh la la the clues!!! Some very tense moments come for Elizabeth and Jonathan. Would they survive to tell the tale or are they victims 2 and 3????? A great adventure. I voluntarily read a free copy of this book provided by book sirens and am giving an honest opinion.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is not often that one marries the love of their life, especially among Lady Elizabeth's social circle so it was with delight that she learnt that her bestie, Lady Clemmentine was engaged to a man who she loved, respected and felt was her soul mate. But things were not all HAE when a blackmailer rears her ugly head and even worse, when she gets her comeuppance.

I was not terribly enamoured with book 1 in this series but wanted to see if things would get better and I must admit it did. I found this one better put together and it was quite an enjoyable read.

[Monica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Second in a new Historical Cozy Mystery Series set in 1920's England follows Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne. I found the book to be a quick easy read. Elizabeth goes to visit a childhood friend and is soon in the middle of an intriguing case. There's secret marriages, murder and blackmail awaiting her at the Mayfield Manor.

Thanks to Book Sirens and Olivia Rose for the E-ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

☺️ Happy Reading ☺️

#booksierns #oliviarose #murderatmayfieldmanor #readaway2024 #readmytbr #readmykindle

[Mrs LIR Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lady Elizabeth is a lovely character in this charming dated mystery. The murder of a countess during the preparations of Lady Elizabeth's friend's wedding (Clemmie) is the main plot. However why is Clemmie not her usual self - why are other people there………….. A very interesting description of the upper classes and how Lady Elizabeth (with the help of a mysterious Jonathan) unravels the mystery of what is really happening.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another brilliant mystery !

This mystery may even surpass the SS Andromeda for suspenseful writing ! Lady Elizabeth and Johnathon Ashcroft join forces to unmask a murderer. Again there's an exceptional cast of characters with even the Great Blizzard taking on somewhat of a character role! It's a page turner of epic proportions as time is of the essence in the solving of the crime. It's fast paced sleuthing at its best! Looking forward to book three in the series ~ Murder on the French Riviera ~ don't miss an exciting page of the Lady Elizabeth series!

[Terri Borkgren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Murder at Mayfield Manor Book 2

Lady Elizabeth attends a gathering at her b st friends home Mayfield Manor. One of the guests is found strangled and with the blizzard outside confines all the guests to stay put.Blackmail, and traitor issues add to the story.As she works the puzzle, she be mes the murderer's next victim.

[Jane Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good plot and characters. The overwrought descriptions of everything made it hard to read. There can be too many adjectives!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Margaret · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a ARC free from Book Sirens and this is my voluntary honest review.
Enjoyable! Well written!
Characters were captivating and compelling.
It was fast paced. A quick, easy read and hard to put down.
Fun. Gripping.
Intriguing and suspenseful.

[Melanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lady Elizabeth's ability to deal with difficult situations really comes into play on this story. Who to trust and what to believe is certainly a big part of what she needs to work through in this story. There are just enough twists to keep this story exciting.

[Deborah Ortega · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lady Elizabeth is visiting her friend Clemmie who is preparing for her wedding. A major snow storm hits and everyone is snowed in. A Countess is found dead she has been strangled, footsteps in the snow leading away from the mansion. This was a really fun book and I recommend it.

[Colleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

well woven

Olivia Rose knows how to weave threads of a story into a tapestry of deceit hidden by the trappings of the elite. She does a masterful job of creeping us toward the climax, then leaves us wanting more. I can’t find anything not to like.

[Ana Elena Romero · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series turns out to be one of those short, simple novels, without great pretensions, that make you spend a pleasant time.
Nothing really original and the characters are a bit overdimensioned, but all in all a pleasant series of intrigue.

[JoyceCharbonneau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lady Elizabeth

is pulling me into her orbit! Her own character, accomplishments and bravery plus the "Interesting" people she encounters are compelling.

[Susanne · Rating 2 out of 5]

Felt very overwritten -- there is more description than plot, and these descriptions are a bit overloaded with adjectives.