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Rose Beckingham #6
A Sudden Passing
A sinister plot unveiled...
Rose Beckingham’s pursuit of an international assassin leads her to New York City, where she reunites with her cousins from London. But danger follows Rose across the Atlantic and it’s not long before she must confront shadows from her past.
As she races against time to save a life, will the arrival of a familiar face hinder her investigation or offer a vital clue?
Rose Beckingham’s pursuit of an international assassin leads her to New York City, where she reunites with her cousins from London. But danger follows Rose across the Atlantic and it’s not long before she must confront shadows from her past.
As she races against time to save a life, will the arrival of a familiar face hinder her investigation or offer a vital clue?
210 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 15, 2019
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About the author
Blythe Baker
117 books387 followersBlythe Baker is a thirty-something bottle redhead from the South Central part of the country. When she’s not slinging words and creating new worlds and characters, she’s acting as chauffeur to her children and head groomer to her household of beloved pets.
Blythe enjoys long walks with her dog on sweaty days, grubbing in her flower garden, cooking, and ruthlessly de-cluttering her overcrowded home. She also likes binge-watching mystery shows on TV and burying herself in books about murder.
Blythe enjoys long walks with her dog on sweaty days, grubbing in her flower garden, cooking, and ruthlessly de-cluttering her overcrowded home. She also likes binge-watching mystery shows on TV and burying herself in books about murder.
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April 12, 2020
I have absolutely loved this series since I discovered it a mere month ago. I have been tearing through these at a record pace! They are such a wonderful distraction during these unsettling times. I have really grown to enjoy the characters as well as the many mysteries that initially seemed disconnected have now been woven together very well. I will see how much longer I can hold out before starting the last one :(
April 20, 2020
the resolution was impressive.
the early chapters bored me to tears (not real tears) but once Rose stared investigating i was in. while i figured it out a bit before she did, i am impressed. and she does fight like hell. well done, Rose!
the early chapters bored me to tears (not real tears) but once Rose stared investigating i was in. while i figured it out a bit before she did, i am impressed. and she does fight like hell. well done, Rose!
August 3, 2019
What an incredible ending!
What is it they say about letting sleeping dogs lay? Another assassin going after Roses friend? Will they never end? I believe they won't because Rose has made a name for herself killing two assassins puts her in danger of the repercussions for. "The American*...And while trying to work out her feelings for Lieutenant Collins her feelings for Monsieur Achilles Prideaux continue to confuse her. But not in a romantic way it seems. She has to focus on finding the person responsible for hiring the assassins. She believes she has but he's far beyond her reach in wealth & influence. Rose is caught up in all her own feelings being in New York again also. Back to her childhood place where her mother & father were murdered. While exploring her old places she almost gets recognized at her orphanage where she was taken in after her parents death. Which personally I believe will come back to haunt her in the future, of course that's just my imagination working!! Great books to read, well written with wonderful characters. Always looking forward to reading these wonderful books. My only complaint is they are to to short! As a whole they would make an incredible novel!
What is it they say about letting sleeping dogs lay? Another assassin going after Roses friend? Will they never end? I believe they won't because Rose has made a name for herself killing two assassins puts her in danger of the repercussions for. "The American*...And while trying to work out her feelings for Lieutenant Collins her feelings for Monsieur Achilles Prideaux continue to confuse her. But not in a romantic way it seems. She has to focus on finding the person responsible for hiring the assassins. She believes she has but he's far beyond her reach in wealth & influence. Rose is caught up in all her own feelings being in New York again also. Back to her childhood place where her mother & father were murdered. While exploring her old places she almost gets recognized at her orphanage where she was taken in after her parents death. Which personally I believe will come back to haunt her in the future, of course that's just my imagination working!! Great books to read, well written with wonderful characters. Always looking forward to reading these wonderful books. My only complaint is they are to to short! As a whole they would make an incredible novel!
June 28, 2021
Who to Choose?
Rose is back in her hometown in NYC. Her cousin Catherine wants her help in finding out the cause of her fiance odd behavior. Graham, Rose's new friend from India impulsively goes with her. At the same time Rose also searches for the elusive 'American' head of a International assassin ring that killed her 'family'. She has fallen out with her former beau Prideaux and Graham is poised to take his place. Who to choose? The problem I had with this installment was credibility. Clues just miraculously fall into Rose's lap. Yet she can't figure it out. I knew the culprit as soon as when the character was first introduced. Also she has a major chip on her shoulder when it comes to men. Why would they want to pursue her? However she is a good friend with a big heart. (BTW why wouldn't she anonymously donate $ to her former orphanage?)
Rose is back in her hometown in NYC. Her cousin Catherine wants her help in finding out the cause of her fiance odd behavior. Graham, Rose's new friend from India impulsively goes with her. At the same time Rose also searches for the elusive 'American' head of a International assassin ring that killed her 'family'. She has fallen out with her former beau Prideaux and Graham is poised to take his place. Who to choose? The problem I had with this installment was credibility. Clues just miraculously fall into Rose's lap. Yet she can't figure it out. I knew the culprit as soon as when the character was first introduced. Also she has a major chip on her shoulder when it comes to men. Why would they want to pursue her? However she is a good friend with a big heart. (BTW why wouldn't she anonymously donate $ to her former orphanage?)
June 17, 2019
Rose receives a letter from her cousin in New York and decides she must book passage on the next ship. Catherine needs her help and while she is there she might be able to find out who the man is that ordered Mr. Beckingham killed. He is known only as "The American". What has happened to cause Catherine to expect Rose to travel from India to America? Why does Graham feel he must travel with Rose to keep her safe? Come along on this ride. You'll be glad you did. This plot is well thought out and well written. Once you start reading you'll want to keep going until you reach the end.
I voluntarily received a copy of this book and I'm voluntarily posting a review. My opinion is entirely my own.
I voluntarily received a copy of this book and I'm voluntarily posting a review. My opinion is entirely my own.
June 24, 2019
Rose's Continuing Adventures
Previous book should be read before reading this one because their plot outcomes are referred to - some in detail.
Suitable reading for teen - adults
No strong language
No sex
Intense situations, but no gory violence
Rose, who has been in India, is asked by her cousin Catherine to travel to America not only to meet her fiancé but also to discover what is troubling him. On the spur of the moment Rose's suitor, Graham, offers to be her escort on the long journey.
Once in New York, it is clear that something is truly amiss with the man Catherine loves and who clearly adores her.
I guessed some of the outcomes, but this in no way reduced my enjoyment of the story.
Good Cozy reading
Previous book should be read before reading this one because their plot outcomes are referred to - some in detail.
Suitable reading for teen - adults
No strong language
No sex
Intense situations, but no gory violence
Rose, who has been in India, is asked by her cousin Catherine to travel to America not only to meet her fiancé but also to discover what is troubling him. On the spur of the moment Rose's suitor, Graham, offers to be her escort on the long journey.
Once in New York, it is clear that something is truly amiss with the man Catherine loves and who clearly adores her.
I guessed some of the outcomes, but this in no way reduced my enjoyment of the story.
Good Cozy reading
April 29, 2021
Rose travels to New York at the request of Catherine to help determine the source of Catherine's fiance Charles's nervousness. Lt. Collins insists on traveling with Rose to avoid her sailing alone as he seems to have feelings for her. Rose sees the sights of NY with him, Catherine, Alice, and Aunt Sarah while trying to investigate Charles's problem. Is it related to the deaths of Lord Beckingham's family and others in his circle of government employees? Is Achilles helping or hurting? Not so mysterious as preceeding books in the series, but a good read just the same.
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October 5, 2019
A fun mystery!
This is a great mystery series. I have enjoyed getting to know the main character. Initially, I was irritated by her suspicions of most of the people around her, but the character has grown and more focused & realistic.
I love that the settings are I the past. Fun!
This is a great mystery series. I have enjoyed getting to know the main character. Initially, I was irritated by her suspicions of most of the people around her, but the character has grown and more focused & realistic.
I love that the settings are I the past. Fun!
July 15, 2019
A great book.
I love this writer.This story was the seventh book in the series,every one was good.They were exciting.Surprising at all times.I highly recommend this one to you.The eighth will be out in September.
I love this writer.This story was the seventh book in the series,every one was good.They were exciting.Surprising at all times.I highly recommend this one to you.The eighth will be out in September.
October 8, 2021
This is a more mature writing from this author. This whole series has been a pretty good light-reading selection! I'm ready to move to the next one!
This time I did not see the twist coming. Well done!
This time I did not see the twist coming. Well done!
May 22, 2024
Rosie, The Nosey!
I have read the five previous books.
I am a voracious reader. I liked all these books. They are well written, interesting, keeps one guessing throughout!
I recommended them and this author to my daughter who is a reader also.
Excellent reads!
I have read the five previous books.
I am a voracious reader. I liked all these books. They are well written, interesting, keeps one guessing throughout!
I recommended them and this author to my daughter who is a reader also.
Excellent reads!
June 21, 2019
Love these books
I’ve come to love Rose’s character and hopefully she’ll remain being Rose and fighting for good deeds. Hope everyone gives these books a try.
I’ve come to love Rose’s character and hopefully she’ll remain being Rose and fighting for good deeds. Hope everyone gives these books a try.
July 11, 2019
What a mystery!!
I was completely fooled about one character & met many more. Rose was on a mission, never giving up, & she finds the answers to some previous mysterious questions.
I was completely fooled about one character & met many more. Rose was on a mission, never giving up, & she finds the answers to some previous mysterious questions.
July 28, 2019
Great read!.. More twists and turns
than the last. Questions answered
that you didn't realize you were thinking
or wondering about.
than the last. Questions answered
that you didn't realize you were thinking
or wondering about.
August 7, 2019
I love this series. Can't wait for #8 in September.
March 7, 2020
Is this the last one or will Rose's mysteries continue?
May 17, 2020
Better Each Time
As I read each saga of Rose the intrigue and surprises are better and brillant. Ready to read the next part of Rose's life and become a part of it.
As I read each saga of Rose the intrigue and surprises are better and brillant. Ready to read the next part of Rose's life and become a part of it.
December 14, 2020
It was pretty predictable. Although well written, I knew exactly what was about to happen, which is not ideal for a murder mystery like this one.
December 17, 2020
Nothing to say
August 2, 2025
lots of twists and turns
This is a thoroughly well written series and gives the reader many heart stopping moments. If you haven’t found Rose Beckingham yet start looking today.
This is a thoroughly well written series and gives the reader many heart stopping moments. If you haven’t found Rose Beckingham yet start looking today.
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