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Heathcliff Lennox #17
The Chester Grand Murders: Heathcliff Lennox Investigates
Murder, mystery and a dog of distinction.
Book 17 - Heathcliff LennoxWhen three wealthy hoteliers die within months of one another – each death neat, tidy, and labelled an accident – the seven surviving members of the Grand Proprietors’ Syndicate are no longer convinced of coincidence.
Summoned to the opulent Grand Hotel in the heart of Chester, Major Heathcliff Lennox and ex Inspector Swift find a luxury building running with understated efficiency under the formidable Miss Martin – known behind her back, and never to her face, as “Miss Martinet.” The staff whisper nervously, the corridors echo with unease, and the syndicate’s aristocratic members demand answers before one of them becomes the next casualty. The investigation leads Lennox and Swift through a maze of old grudges, romantic intrigue, and whispered scandals.
As tensions rise and another death looms, they must uncover the truth hidden behind the hotel’s gleaming façade – before the murderer strikes again.
Major Heathcliff Lennox - ex WW1 war pilot, 6feet 3inch, tousled dark blond hair, age around 30 – named after the hero of Wuthering Heights by his romantically minded mother – much to his great annoyance.
Book 17 - Heathcliff LennoxWhen three wealthy hoteliers die within months of one another – each death neat, tidy, and labelled an accident – the seven surviving members of the Grand Proprietors’ Syndicate are no longer convinced of coincidence.
Summoned to the opulent Grand Hotel in the heart of Chester, Major Heathcliff Lennox and ex Inspector Swift find a luxury building running with understated efficiency under the formidable Miss Martin – known behind her back, and never to her face, as “Miss Martinet.” The staff whisper nervously, the corridors echo with unease, and the syndicate’s aristocratic members demand answers before one of them becomes the next casualty. The investigation leads Lennox and Swift through a maze of old grudges, romantic intrigue, and whispered scandals.
As tensions rise and another death looms, they must uncover the truth hidden behind the hotel’s gleaming façade – before the murderer strikes again.
Major Heathcliff Lennox - ex WW1 war pilot, 6feet 3inch, tousled dark blond hair, age around 30 – named after the hero of Wuthering Heights by his romantically minded mother – much to his great annoyance.
- GenresMysteryHistorical
257 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 1, 2026
About the author
Karen Baugh Menuhin
40 books830 followers1920's, Cozy crime, Traditional Detectives, Downton Abbey - I love them!
Along with my family, my dog and my cat.
At 60 I decided to write, I don't know why but suddenly the stories came pouring out, along with the characters. Eccentric Uncles, stalwart butlers, idiosyncratic servants, machinating Countesses, Fogg the dog and the hapless Major Heathcliff Lennox.
Suddenly a whole world built itself upon the page and I just followed along.
Along with my family, my dog and my cat.
At 60 I decided to write, I don't know why but suddenly the stories came pouring out, along with the characters. Eccentric Uncles, stalwart butlers, idiosyncratic servants, machinating Countesses, Fogg the dog and the hapless Major Heathcliff Lennox.
Suddenly a whole world built itself upon the page and I just followed along.
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May 6, 2026
I join the other many readers on this site in applauding the author for delivering yet another satisfying Heathcliff Lennox book. The characters and action combine to make this book interesting and compelling.
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May 4, 2026
Great books!
If you want to know what the books are about, read the excerpts!
These books are fabulously written, the main characters quickly become your favorite.
Each murder is almost a masterpiece, and all the little clues, leave you guessing whodunit!
For British Crime fans, these are a must read.
If you want to know what the books are about, read the excerpts!
These books are fabulously written, the main characters quickly become your favorite.
Each murder is almost a masterpiece, and all the little clues, leave you guessing whodunit!
For British Crime fans, these are a must read.
May 12, 2026
Another good addition - it becomes a bit repetitive, but still entertaining enough.
May 11, 2026
October 1924 DCI Billings sends Lennox and Swift to the Chester Grand Hotel. Home of the Grand Deva Syndicate, which three of the members have met supposed accidental deaths.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery
May 18, 2026
I honestly really enjoyed this book. It has that classic murder mystery atmosphere where everyone seems polite on the surface, but you can tell secrets are hiding underneath. The Grand Hotel setting was one of my favorite parts because it felt elegant and unsettling at the same time, especially as the so-called “accidents” kept piling up.
Heathcliff Lennox is also such a strong main character, intelligent, calm under pressure, and genuinely interesting to follow. I liked the way the story slowly revealed old grudges, hidden relationships, and motives without feeling rushed. Every time I thought I had figured things out, another detail made me question everything again.
What really made this book stand out for me was the atmosphere and pacing. It felt very much like a classic British whodunit, but still fresh and entertaining. If you enjoy mysteries with clever twists, memorable characters, and a tense hotel setting full of suspicion, this is definitely a fun and satisfying read.
Heathcliff Lennox is also such a strong main character, intelligent, calm under pressure, and genuinely interesting to follow. I liked the way the story slowly revealed old grudges, hidden relationships, and motives without feeling rushed. Every time I thought I had figured things out, another detail made me question everything again.
What really made this book stand out for me was the atmosphere and pacing. It felt very much like a classic British whodunit, but still fresh and entertaining. If you enjoy mysteries with clever twists, memorable characters, and a tense hotel setting full of suspicion, this is definitely a fun and satisfying read.
May 5, 2026
A great book for my mystery club
I have run a mystery club for over 15 years for the local library. A month ago, I became too ill to continue as leader of the group. I definitely would have chosen this book for the book club had I not become sick. However, I will let the book club know how much I enjoyed the characters and the plot.
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I have run a mystery club for over 15 years for the local library. A month ago, I became too ill to continue as leader of the group. I definitely would have chosen this book for the book club had I not become sick. However, I will let the book club know how much I enjoyed the characters and the plot.
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May 9, 2026
Really, really good
I rarely give a five star rating on the books I've read, mainly because I am damn hard to please! But this was excellent. I really, really enjoyed it. I read a lot of books and admit I rarely step outside my favourite genre (crime) or my favourite authors and I've become choosy. So please believe that I am not being patronising in any way when I say well done Karen Baugh Menuhin!
I rarely give a five star rating on the books I've read, mainly because I am damn hard to please! But this was excellent. I really, really enjoyed it. I read a lot of books and admit I rarely step outside my favourite genre (crime) or my favourite authors and I've become choosy. So please believe that I am not being patronising in any way when I say well done Karen Baugh Menuhin!
May 16, 2026
Love This Series
I thought it was a bit of a stretch to have the wives and children (one an infant) show up to help investigate. I do love the whole crew but I did think Lennox and Swift could have managed on their own. So maybe this is really a 4.5.
The mystery was very elaborate, the body count high and our duo was a little slow to the solution. Do these sort of syndicates really exist? They are a wonderful device for a cozy mystery.
I thought it was a bit of a stretch to have the wives and children (one an infant) show up to help investigate. I do love the whole crew but I did think Lennox and Swift could have managed on their own. So maybe this is really a 4.5.
The mystery was very elaborate, the body count high and our duo was a little slow to the solution. Do these sort of syndicates really exist? They are a wonderful device for a cozy mystery.
May 18, 2026
I love this series
This time, I knew “who done it” the moment the character was introduced. But, unraveling the many details of the case was very satisfying and I love the way our main characters are evolving. Remember we started with the awkward bachelors and now we have these two beautiful families. And, what’s not to love about the settings, the history and the wonderfully developed mysteries? I can’t wait until the next one is released!
This time, I knew “who done it” the moment the character was introduced. But, unraveling the many details of the case was very satisfying and I love the way our main characters are evolving. Remember we started with the awkward bachelors and now we have these two beautiful families. And, what’s not to love about the settings, the history and the wonderfully developed mysteries? I can’t wait until the next one is released!
May 3, 2026
So Good I couldn't put it down
I laughed a little & I cried a little. I was angry and astonished along with everyone in the room when Lennox revealed the murderer. This series is one of my favorites and I always look forward to the next book. This one I wanted to get to the end to see who the murderer was, but I also didn't want it to end.
I laughed a little & I cried a little. I was angry and astonished along with everyone in the room when Lennox revealed the murderer. This series is one of my favorites and I always look forward to the next book. This one I wanted to get to the end to see who the murderer was, but I also didn't want it to end.
May 4, 2026
Another winner!
If you are a fan of Heath cliff Lennox and I can't imagine who is not, you won't be disappointed in this latest installment. As usual the author provided enough visual detail that you could picture events as they unfolded. It was a quick read and much enjoyed!
If you are a fan of Heath cliff Lennox and I can't imagine who is not, you won't be disappointed in this latest installment. As usual the author provided enough visual detail that you could picture events as they unfolded. It was a quick read and much enjoyed!
May 6, 2026
The Author must be tired of my reviews!!!
Yikes, this book was SO good!!! I loved it! I love that the ladies are now officially part of the investigation! I love that Heathcliff is not as cranky as he used to be. If I could give this book 10 stars I would!! I cannot wait for the next one!!!!!
Yikes, this book was SO good!!! I loved it! I love that the ladies are now officially part of the investigation! I love that Heathcliff is not as cranky as he used to be. If I could give this book 10 stars I would!! I cannot wait for the next one!!!!!
May 14, 2026
The Best of All the Heathcliffe Lennox Books
Karen Baugh Menuhin has an uncanny gift for not only concocting first rate mysteries, but infusing them with thought provoking observations on life. Her family of characters are incredibly real and endearing. Thank you Karen Baugh Menuhin for sharing your wonderful gift with us
Karen Baugh Menuhin has an uncanny gift for not only concocting first rate mysteries, but infusing them with thought provoking observations on life. Her family of characters are incredibly real and endearing. Thank you Karen Baugh Menuhin for sharing your wonderful gift with us
May 2, 2026
Great book
I love the Heathcliff Lennox series! Lennox and Swift make a great team. The mysteries they get called to investigate are complicated. Swift collects clues and Lennox studies the people and clues and somehow figures out who done it!
I love the Heathcliff Lennox series! Lennox and Swift make a great team. The mysteries they get called to investigate are complicated. Swift collects clues and Lennox studies the people and clues and somehow figures out who done it!
May 8, 2026
connecting to old friends
I love the characters. It’s like catching up to old friends. Was very surprised at the ending but all very believable. And, the best, is the high note Ms Menuhin always leaves at the end of the story
I love the characters. It’s like catching up to old friends. Was very surprised at the ending but all very believable. And, the best, is the high note Ms Menuhin always leaves at the end of the story
May 16, 2026
This series goes from strength to strength
This is the 17th book in this series and I read and thoroughly enjoyed every one of them
Reading them is like catching up with old and much loves friends
This is the 17th book in this series and I read and thoroughly enjoyed every one of them
Reading them is like catching up with old and much loves friends
May 17, 2026
Excellent
I always enjoy Lennox and Swift investigations. This one I found Lennox a bit more serious than in previous books. Ethan seems to be a beautiful baby, I will enjoy Lennox travelling through fatherhood. Great read.
I always enjoy Lennox and Swift investigations. This one I found Lennox a bit more serious than in previous books. Ethan seems to be a beautiful baby, I will enjoy Lennox travelling through fatherhood. Great read.
May 17, 2026
Hard to put down!
You’ve done it again, Karen Baugh Menuhin! The detectives and their families we’ve come to love. The descriptions of the setting, the food they enjoy all adds to a wonderful and difficult mystery to solve! Thank you for sharing your talent!
You’ve done it again, Karen Baugh Menuhin! The detectives and their families we’ve come to love. The descriptions of the setting, the food they enjoy all adds to a wonderful and difficult mystery to solve! Thank you for sharing your talent!
May 18, 2026
As always, totally delightful!
Once again, an absorbing plot, detailed characterisation of atmosphere and the delightful Major Lennox, his wife and baby - and the Swift family, altogether make for an involving and wonderful mystery read!
Once again, an absorbing plot, detailed characterisation of atmosphere and the delightful Major Lennox, his wife and baby - and the Swift family, altogether make for an involving and wonderful mystery read!
May 4, 2026
Another great Mystery!
Loved this book from start to finish! The ending did surprise. The families joining in also a great treat--keep them coming, please, Karen!
Loved this book from start to finish! The ending did surprise. The families joining in also a great treat--keep them coming, please, Karen!
May 4, 2026
Excellent
This is one of those series that doesn't get old and boring. It's nice to see all the usuals back and back to solving crimes.
This is one of those series that doesn't get old and boring. It's nice to see all the usuals back and back to solving crimes.
May 12, 2026
Another Good One!
I'll never tire of reading of the adventures of this fascinating cast of characters! Their growth as a team is fun to watch.
I'll never tire of reading of the adventures of this fascinating cast of characters! Their growth as a team is fun to watch.
May 15, 2026
I always enjoy reading Heathcliff Lennox books. He always wants to be called Lennox and his counterpart, Swift, makes a wonderful duo together.
May 16, 2026
The Grand
A cozy murder, and yet, so chilling. One needs to be careful, not to sympathize with murderer. Wonderful characters, revisited.
A cozy murder, and yet, so chilling. One needs to be careful, not to sympathize with murderer. Wonderful characters, revisited.
May 17, 2026
Another great book in one of my favorite series.
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