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Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates #2
The Murder Next Door
How well do you ever really know your neighbors?During the five years Rosemary has lived next door to Dr. Redberry and his wife, they've barely exchanged more than occasional pleasantries. So when she starts hearing raised voices through the adjoining townhouse walls, she can only guess that their marriage is in trouble.It's none of Rosemary's business, so she pretends not to notice, but when she sees Mrs. Redberry sobbing uncontrollably she can't simply turn a blind eye.Somehow, Rosemary ends up attending her best friend, actress Vera Blackburn's latest play alongside the couple--and it turns out to be more enjoyable than she'd expected.Unfortunately, no good deed goes unpunished, and when a dead body turns up in Dr. Redberry's dental chair, she finds herself being pulled even further into her neighbor's affairs--and cursing her soft heart!The only thing is, she and her friends are supposed to be leaving for a holiday in sunny Cyprus--not sifting through evidence a stone's throw from home.With romantic feelings for her late husband's best mate, detective Max Whittington, bubbling to the surface, nobody needs to get away as much as Rosemary does!Yet, she can't escape the visceral need to see justice served, so sun and sand will have to wait as this lady detective takes the case of the murder next door.Book two in The Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates series.Are you ready to escape to the roaring twenties? For fans of Beth Byers, Leighann Dobbs, Lee Strauss, and cozy historical murder mysteries.A light, cozy mystery with no swearing, graphic scenes, or cliffhangers.
149 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 27, 2019
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Emily Queen
44 books103 followersEmily Queen is a writer of historical fiction, including the Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates cozy mystery series. She lives in Maine, USA with her cat, dog, and too many books to count.
Oh, and if you’re not careful, she might kill you off in one of her novels…
Oh, and if you’re not careful, she might kill you off in one of her novels…
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April 17, 2026
good solid mystery. These are short and sweet Still getting to know the characters and love interests.
January 16, 2020
'Rosemary Lillywhite was looking forward to getting away from London. She had hoped a holiday abroad with her best friend Vera would help erase the images of murder that invaded her dreams. But before she can even finish packing her suitcase, Rose finds herself embroiled in another mystery, this one even closer to home than the last.
It's no holiday when Mrs. Lillywhite investigates the murder next door.'
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2.5 stars, rounded up to 3 stars.
The Murder Next Door was a decent read, but not as enjoyable as the first in the series. I found this mystery to be far slower paced and to be lacking in any sense of danger or urgency. At the start, the mystery seemed logical and plausible, but as it progressed it gradually became less believable and more convaluted.
Honestly it bothered me that Rose kept coming so close to losing her temper with Max when all he was doing was asking her not to involve herself with a murder investigation which she had absolutely no business investigsting. In The Case at Barton Manor, I understood why she was involved, she ound the body, she had been asked to, and her brother was a suspect. But here? Nope. This murder only affected Rose and her friends in that the man died in the home next door to Rosemary's and she and her friends are too nosey for their own good.
Max and Rose are still skirting around their attraction for one another even though she's not sure she's ready to move on after her husband's death. First there was Teddy to try to create some tension between Max and Rose and now there is the addition of Desmond. Is there going to a be a new flimsy and unnecessary love triangle for each book in the series? If so, I don't think I will be able to continue with the series.
Although I had a hard time sticking with this book due to the slow progression of the plot and the quality of the mystery, I am going to try reading the next book in the series, Death on the Isle of Love.
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It's no holiday when Mrs. Lillywhite investigates the murder next door.'
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2.5 stars, rounded up to 3 stars.
The Murder Next Door was a decent read, but not as enjoyable as the first in the series. I found this mystery to be far slower paced and to be lacking in any sense of danger or urgency. At the start, the mystery seemed logical and plausible, but as it progressed it gradually became less believable and more convaluted.
Honestly it bothered me that Rose kept coming so close to losing her temper with Max when all he was doing was asking her not to involve herself with a murder investigation which she had absolutely no business investigsting. In The Case at Barton Manor, I understood why she was involved, she ound the body, she had been asked to, and her brother was a suspect. But here? Nope. This murder only affected Rose and her friends in that the man died in the home next door to Rosemary's and she and her friends are too nosey for their own good.
Max and Rose are still skirting around their attraction for one another even though she's not sure she's ready to move on after her husband's death. First there was Teddy to try to create some tension between Max and Rose and now there is the addition of Desmond. Is there going to a be a new flimsy and unnecessary love triangle for each book in the series? If so, I don't think I will be able to continue with the series.
Although I had a hard time sticking with this book due to the slow progression of the plot and the quality of the mystery, I am going to try reading the next book in the series, Death on the Isle of Love.
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I read this book with my Kindle Unlimited membership.
July 25, 2020
Rosemary Lillywhite has finally put off her mourning and is ready for a tropical vacation with her best friend Vera. Rose's brother Frederick was invited along too and he invited an old friend, Desmond Cooper, Rosemary's old crush. Rose is flustered at Desmond's arrival. He's handsome and charming but she feels like she's cheating on Andrew! Vera is furious her mediocre rival has been given the role that should be Vera's in London's latest production of A Midsummer Night's Dream. While at the theater heckling Jennie, Vera and the guys make the acquaintance of Rose's neighbors, Dr. Martin and Mrs. Abigail Redberry. Rose is happy to see them enjoying a night on the town after overhearing a rare argument from the couple. She's surprised to see leave the group to speak to someone unknown to her. It's probably nothing. The next day, after sleeping off their hangovers, Rose and her guests are rudely awakened by police sirens heading right next door to Abigail and Martin's house. Rose is worried about Abigail. The neighbors are fine but one of Martin's dental clients died in the chair and the police may consider foul play. When the verdict returns death by misadventure, all should be back to normal but the tabloid press implies murder and Martin as the guilty party. With his business in ruins, he will lose his business and not only that, his home. Max suspects a police cover-up and Rose wants to see justice done and clear her neighbor's name. Together, the friends set out to investigate the murder next door. As secrets come to light, Rose discovers things about her neighbors she didn't know and she isn't so sure this case is going to be easy. Also not easy is figuring out her feelings for Max. Max loves Rose but won't act on his feelings because Andrew was such a good friend and Max respects Rose and her feelings for Andrew too much. That doesn't stop him from asking for help redecorating a flat for his elderly mother or letting her get involved in a dangerous murder investigations. He will protect her with his life if he has to.
The frequent change in narrator was a little confusing. It was difficult to figure out whose head I was in without paying careful attention. The mystery is exciting and interesting. I stayed up too late to finish the second part of the mystery. I think that should have been left for another book. This book was much better edited than the first one. I only noticed one small mistake. I did think, however, that the story was going to take a different direction than it did given the first few chapters. The multiple parts to the story didn't quite gel.
I really like Rosemary even though she's different from the usual sleuths I read about. She's sweet, kind and a bit naïve. She seems to think because she and Andrew were so much in love, other married couples must feel the same way. Rose barely knows her neighbors but for some reason, thinks they're an ideal couple. She rushes in to save them without knowing all the facts, just based on instinct. This time Rose doesn't make any stupid mistakes and allows her inner circle to help. I love her kindness to Anna and to Max. She's clueless about Max's feelings, which I believe she returns but can't admit it to herself yet. Rose is a bit silly in her obsession with mourning. She knows Andrew would want her to move on and be happy but she just can't let go.
Vera's fiery personality is more to my usual taste but her constant bickering with Freddie annoyed me. It's immature and not necessary. I don't see it as a kind of sexual tension thing. Freddie is a bit of a pig. He's loyal to his sister and protective of her. He's a little too protective of her at times. She's aware of this and allows him to watch out for her when she needs help. His glowering and mistrust of other men is not going to help his sister come out of mourning. Freddie sounds like he's a bit of a rake when it comes to women. Desmond is a little too charming and handsome. There surely must be something wrong with him! Max is a sweetheart and an honorable man. He is a devoted son and loyal friend. However, I don't see him in a successful relationship with Rosemary. Different stations not withstanding, he doesn't understand her or respect her mind yet. He'd like her to be at home with the children and not sleuthing. Yes, it's dangerous, but Andrew let her tag along on his investigations at times, she seems to have a knack for it and enjoys it.
Rose's servants repay her generosity with their loyalty. Maid Anna is sweet and won't take advantage of her employer. Wadsworth, the butler/chauffer/bodyguard is amazing! He's formidable and impressive for multiple reasons.
Newcomers to the story are Rosemary's neighbors, Abigail and Martin. Martin is a weird man. He's sometimes very sweet and loving towards his wife but also sometimes mean. He seems worried about something and it can't be good. He hasn't confided in his loving wife. Abigail is kind and sweet. She loves the theater and is starstruck meeting Vera and Vera's friends yet her husband seems to not be so enthusiastic about his wife's happiness. When secrets are revealed, I don't feel as strongly towards them as Rosemary does but certainly they are complicated people who each do what they feel is best to save their marriage.
In the theater, we meet Jennie Bryer, Vera's rival. Jennie is crass and not that talented. On opening night she forgets her lines in one of the most famous plays. To be fair, Vera was there front and center to give Jennie a hard time, so perhaps she got flustered. Jennie also lets Vera goad her into being exceptionally rude. While Jennie has a point, Vera's professional jealously may be warranted, especially if Jennie's credentials are faked. The director seems exceptionally rude as well. There isn't any motivation for his words or actions. The story goes in a completely different direction.
The chief villain of the story is Nathan Grint, a tabloid newspaper writer who refuses to write a story based on facts. Conjecture sells better. He makes up crazy stories about Martin just to sell newspapers. That's absolutely immoral, especially when dealing with a murder case. It could ruin Martin's business and his marriage. Nathan doesn't care. He has fewer morals than an alley cat and no scruples whatsoever. He is loathsome.
The dead man is Claude Segal, a mobster. He bullied his way into a dental appointment and paid with his life. Segal was, like most mobsters, involved in illegal things like gambling, racketeering and surrounded by goons who support him and make life difficult for those who can't pay. This man deserves to be in jail. He received too much nitrous oxide but was it an accident or murder? There are so many people who could want him dead! Segal's bodyguard, Charles Dupont, is quite the surprise. I ended up feeling sympathetic towards him. He could be the murderer though so I don't necessarily like him. Rock Face is a far more dangerous villain than Segal. He's sharper and willing to do some of his own dirty work.
Martin's frequent patient, Mrs. Linley, an octogenarian, is also a frequent gossip. She looks like a sweet, little, old lady but she can be difficult to take. Martin's secretary/nurse, Polly Calahan, is ditzy, nosy and enjoys gossiping. She was in the right place at the right time to have committed murder but she lacks the means because she is too short to reach the key to the nitrous oxide cannister. I don't like or trust Polly. I suspect something about her that takes Rosemary awhile to figure out.
This is a fun, light series so far. I am moving on to the next.
The frequent change in narrator was a little confusing. It was difficult to figure out whose head I was in without paying careful attention. The mystery is exciting and interesting. I stayed up too late to finish the second part of the mystery. I think that should have been left for another book. This book was much better edited than the first one. I only noticed one small mistake. I did think, however, that the story was going to take a different direction than it did given the first few chapters. The multiple parts to the story didn't quite gel.
I really like Rosemary even though she's different from the usual sleuths I read about. She's sweet, kind and a bit naïve. She seems to think because she and Andrew were so much in love, other married couples must feel the same way. Rose barely knows her neighbors but for some reason, thinks they're an ideal couple. She rushes in to save them without knowing all the facts, just based on instinct. This time Rose doesn't make any stupid mistakes and allows her inner circle to help. I love her kindness to Anna and to Max. She's clueless about Max's feelings, which I believe she returns but can't admit it to herself yet. Rose is a bit silly in her obsession with mourning. She knows Andrew would want her to move on and be happy but she just can't let go.
Vera's fiery personality is more to my usual taste but her constant bickering with Freddie annoyed me. It's immature and not necessary. I don't see it as a kind of sexual tension thing. Freddie is a bit of a pig. He's loyal to his sister and protective of her. He's a little too protective of her at times. She's aware of this and allows him to watch out for her when she needs help. His glowering and mistrust of other men is not going to help his sister come out of mourning. Freddie sounds like he's a bit of a rake when it comes to women. Desmond is a little too charming and handsome. There surely must be something wrong with him! Max is a sweetheart and an honorable man. He is a devoted son and loyal friend. However, I don't see him in a successful relationship with Rosemary. Different stations not withstanding, he doesn't understand her or respect her mind yet. He'd like her to be at home with the children and not sleuthing. Yes, it's dangerous, but Andrew let her tag along on his investigations at times, she seems to have a knack for it and enjoys it.
Rose's servants repay her generosity with their loyalty. Maid Anna is sweet and won't take advantage of her employer. Wadsworth, the butler/chauffer/bodyguard is amazing! He's formidable and impressive for multiple reasons.
Newcomers to the story are Rosemary's neighbors, Abigail and Martin. Martin is a weird man. He's sometimes very sweet and loving towards his wife but also sometimes mean. He seems worried about something and it can't be good. He hasn't confided in his loving wife. Abigail is kind and sweet. She loves the theater and is starstruck meeting Vera and Vera's friends yet her husband seems to not be so enthusiastic about his wife's happiness. When secrets are revealed, I don't feel as strongly towards them as Rosemary does but certainly they are complicated people who each do what they feel is best to save their marriage.
In the theater, we meet Jennie Bryer, Vera's rival. Jennie is crass and not that talented. On opening night she forgets her lines in one of the most famous plays. To be fair, Vera was there front and center to give Jennie a hard time, so perhaps she got flustered. Jennie also lets Vera goad her into being exceptionally rude. While Jennie has a point, Vera's professional jealously may be warranted, especially if Jennie's credentials are faked. The director seems exceptionally rude as well. There isn't any motivation for his words or actions. The story goes in a completely different direction.
The chief villain of the story is Nathan Grint, a tabloid newspaper writer who refuses to write a story based on facts. Conjecture sells better. He makes up crazy stories about Martin just to sell newspapers. That's absolutely immoral, especially when dealing with a murder case. It could ruin Martin's business and his marriage. Nathan doesn't care. He has fewer morals than an alley cat and no scruples whatsoever. He is loathsome.
The dead man is Claude Segal, a mobster. He bullied his way into a dental appointment and paid with his life. Segal was, like most mobsters, involved in illegal things like gambling, racketeering and surrounded by goons who support him and make life difficult for those who can't pay. This man deserves to be in jail. He received too much nitrous oxide but was it an accident or murder? There are so many people who could want him dead! Segal's bodyguard, Charles Dupont, is quite the surprise. I ended up feeling sympathetic towards him. He could be the murderer though so I don't necessarily like him. Rock Face is a far more dangerous villain than Segal. He's sharper and willing to do some of his own dirty work.
Martin's frequent patient, Mrs. Linley, an octogenarian, is also a frequent gossip. She looks like a sweet, little, old lady but she can be difficult to take. Martin's secretary/nurse, Polly Calahan, is ditzy, nosy and enjoys gossiping. She was in the right place at the right time to have committed murder but she lacks the means because she is too short to reach the key to the nitrous oxide cannister. I don't like or trust Polly. I suspect something about her that takes Rosemary awhile to figure out.
This is a fun, light series so far. I am moving on to the next.
February 8, 2022
A cast of unique individuals, a murder mystery, and a fascinating main character with two possible love interests. An enjoyable and entertaining read for cozy mystery fans.
August 2, 2020
Not what I expected after reading and liking the first one. I expected some effort to open the Inquiry Agency her husband founded. Instead it just seemed like four friends gladragging around. So many side issues.
April 17, 2021
Dull, dreary and endlessly boring
Dull, dreary and endlessly boring. Not worth the time it takes to read. These is little plot, and the characters are cooks.
Dull, dreary and endlessly boring. Not worth the time it takes to read. These is little plot, and the characters are cooks.
December 27, 2021
Not the Gentle Man
Rosemary Lillywhite is busy packing for a holiday excursion to Cypress. Her friend, Vera, had persuaded her to take the trip with her. Rosemary’s, brother, Fredrick , is accompanying them, and he has invited an
old friend, Desmond Cooper, to go also. Rosemary is a bit disconcerted that Desmond is going with them. When she was younger, before she married, she had a virulent crush on him.
Her maid , Anna , has been unusually quiet; usually she is quite talkative. Rosemary wonders if something is wrong.
When she asks Anna if she is alright , Anna replies that she’s fine, but Rosemary isn’t certain that is true.
As she packs she notices loud voices coming from next door and then crying. She hesitates to go next door to see what is happening next doer. She hasn’t been as good a neighbor as she usually would have been. She has been wrapped in grief over her husband’s death a year ago.
The crying persists, so she resolves to go next door to see if she can help. Her neighbor, Abigail Redberry, is sitting on the front steps of the house next door. She has her head in her lap, and is partially hidden by a hydrangea bush.
Rosemary asks if something is wrong and if she can help.
At first Abigail tell her that she’s fine. However, she later admits that her husband, Martin, is acting oddly. He had asked her to buy a new dress for an engagement, but when he got the bill, he became angry , and berated her for being extravagant. He has been extremely irritable of late, and hasn’t been the gentle man whom she married.
Read The Murder Next Door and discover what exactly Martin Redberry’s problem is and what additions while be added to his account! Can Rosemary help the Redberrys?
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Rosemary Lillywhite is busy packing for a holiday excursion to Cypress. Her friend, Vera, had persuaded her to take the trip with her. Rosemary’s, brother, Fredrick , is accompanying them, and he has invited an
old friend, Desmond Cooper, to go also. Rosemary is a bit disconcerted that Desmond is going with them. When she was younger, before she married, she had a virulent crush on him.
Her maid , Anna , has been unusually quiet; usually she is quite talkative. Rosemary wonders if something is wrong.
When she asks Anna if she is alright , Anna replies that she’s fine, but Rosemary isn’t certain that is true.
As she packs she notices loud voices coming from next door and then crying. She hesitates to go next door to see what is happening next doer. She hasn’t been as good a neighbor as she usually would have been. She has been wrapped in grief over her husband’s death a year ago.
The crying persists, so she resolves to go next door to see if she can help. Her neighbor, Abigail Redberry, is sitting on the front steps of the house next door. She has her head in her lap, and is partially hidden by a hydrangea bush.
Rosemary asks if something is wrong and if she can help.
At first Abigail tell her that she’s fine. However, she later admits that her husband, Martin, is acting oddly. He had asked her to buy a new dress for an engagement, but when he got the bill, he became angry , and berated her for being extravagant. He has been extremely irritable of late, and hasn’t been the gentle man whom she married.
Read The Murder Next Door and discover what exactly Martin Redberry’s problem is and what additions while be added to his account! Can Rosemary help the Redberrys?
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August 19, 2019
Sorry but it just didn't live up to the first book
A decent read but felt that the story just got a bit too complicated and shambolic to be great. It stand of brilliantly and if it had taken a turn were the journalist had proven to be more of an ally it would have tied the story up well. As it was it just felt a bit disjointed. The characters however are getting better.
Her next door neighbour is a young couple with a dental practice below their living quarters. When a patient dies in the treatment chair she, her BFF, her brother and a close friend are dragged into an investigation. Especially as a journalist seems to have found the dentist guilty even though nothing has been proved. A gambling ring, a new identity, bad apples in the police force, a delayed holiday and her favourite inspector are all mixed into a plot that goes from the believable to the absurd.
A decent read but felt that the story just got a bit too complicated and shambolic to be great. It stand of brilliantly and if it had taken a turn were the journalist had proven to be more of an ally it would have tied the story up well. As it was it just felt a bit disjointed. The characters however are getting better.
Her next door neighbour is a young couple with a dental practice below their living quarters. When a patient dies in the treatment chair she, her BFF, her brother and a close friend are dragged into an investigation. Especially as a journalist seems to have found the dentist guilty even though nothing has been proved. A gambling ring, a new identity, bad apples in the police force, a delayed holiday and her favourite inspector are all mixed into a plot that goes from the believable to the absurd.
March 28, 2025
The Murder Next Door: A 1920s Murder Mystery (Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates Mysteries Book 2), my third read from author Emily Queen. An enjoyable well-written, 4-hour 36-minute/149-page historical mystery, the second book in the Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates Series. “I received a complementary Audible copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. Caren Naess' narration adds to the enjoyment of the read/listen. My next read in the series, A Body Among the Roses: A 1920s Murder Mystery (Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates Mysteries Book 4) since I already read and reviewed Death on the Isle of Love: A 1920s Murder Mystery (Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates Mysteries Book 3) back in July of last year. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
April 7, 2021
Wonderful Mystery
Just when you think it's over it's not. Rosemary her family and friends are embroiled in a case . Her neighbor, a dentist, is suspected of murdering a patient who has died while being treated. All is not what it seems. The underlying romances between all parties are well written and believable. This book has it all drama, action, romance! Then just as you think it's over (after a surprise culprit), the story doesn't end. It continues in another suspenseful unexpected direction. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Only minor qualm is that the editing is horrible. Use a human being instead of a computer program it's worth it ,especially to the readers.
Just when you think it's over it's not. Rosemary her family and friends are embroiled in a case . Her neighbor, a dentist, is suspected of murdering a patient who has died while being treated. All is not what it seems. The underlying romances between all parties are well written and believable. This book has it all drama, action, romance! Then just as you think it's over (after a surprise culprit), the story doesn't end. It continues in another suspenseful unexpected direction. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Only minor qualm is that the editing is horrible. Use a human being instead of a computer program it's worth it ,especially to the readers.
December 21, 2023
Audiobook: I enjoyed book 2 of the "Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates" series as much as the first one. Rosemary was planning on visiting Cyprus for a vacation until she was dragged into the affairs of her neighbors. I enjoyed the historical element that flowed through the story. I liked the characters as they were personable. I thought the clues were woven skillfully throughout the tale. Caren Naess' narration was entertaining, and her performance enhanced my enjoyment of the story. I was given a free copy of the audiobook, and I have voluntarily posted this review.
July 1, 2021
Rosemary hears some disturbing sounds from the adjoining flat and decides she needs to get to know her neighbors, Abagail and Martin Redberry. He's a dentist, and trouble comes later when one of his patients dies in his dentist chair. Was the death a homicide, and, if so, who did it and why? Character interaction is interesting. Fun, quick read. There are many similarities in these books to other serial cozy mysteries by Lee Strauss and Blythe Baker. Better proofer needed.
July 3, 2019
Getting Better
Second book that I have read,I enjoyed both of them,but this one is better.I like Rose and Vera ,they are more fully fleshed out. The supporting cast are becoming likeable people. There is a lot of alcohol involved with some of them.The plot was interesting with lots of twists and turns. Will be reading more of these stories
Second book that I have read,I enjoyed both of them,but this one is better.I like Rose and Vera ,they are more fully fleshed out. The supporting cast are becoming likeable people. There is a lot of alcohol involved with some of them.The plot was interesting with lots of twists and turns. Will be reading more of these stories
July 13, 2019
Excellent!
Rosemary Lilywhite and friends are involved in another murder investigation when the dentist living on the other side of her duplex is involved in the death of a patient. This is an entertaining adventure leading in many different directions and full of misleading clues. It is enjoyable, funny, and entertaining. Clever cozy mystery!
Rosemary Lilywhite and friends are involved in another murder investigation when the dentist living on the other side of her duplex is involved in the death of a patient. This is an entertaining adventure leading in many different directions and full of misleading clues. It is enjoyable, funny, and entertaining. Clever cozy mystery!
June 3, 2020
Emily Queen provides an exciting story. Rosemary can not resist helping out a neighbor in need- accused of murder. The mystery ends up being more than a simple murder. Rosemary and her group of friends are up for the challenge. There are twist and turns. Great read! Can’t wait to start the next book.
August 4, 2020
Good Mystery and Action!
Ms Queen keeps a very few things from the reader that momentarily frustrated me - why didn't Rose do this? wouldn't she have... until a page or two later I learned exactly why or wht not. Perhaps I was reading too quickly, especially near the end when the action ramps up and carried this reader on satisfyingly wild ride.
Ms Queen keeps a very few things from the reader that momentarily frustrated me - why didn't Rose do this? wouldn't she have... until a page or two later I learned exactly why or wht not. Perhaps I was reading too quickly, especially near the end when the action ramps up and carried this reader on satisfyingly wild ride.
April 28, 2021
Convoluted Though Short
I continue to like many of the characters. Mac's Mother looks like a new twist in Max and Mrs. lilywhite's relationship. This installment was too short for the number of problems solved, especially for Max. I expected another book or two and more smaller steps before that happy ending. Still plan to read next in series!
I continue to like many of the characters. Mac's Mother looks like a new twist in Max and Mrs. lilywhite's relationship. This installment was too short for the number of problems solved, especially for Max. I expected another book or two and more smaller steps before that happy ending. Still plan to read next in series!
August 4, 2021
Far too many Americanisms for my liking and it ruins the book!
They are decent books with strong, likeable characters and the plots are good with always a slight undercurrent of potential romance in each one. The one thing that spoils it is these American phrases or spellings that ruin this English book with English characters and set in England
They are decent books with strong, likeable characters and the plots are good with always a slight undercurrent of potential romance in each one. The one thing that spoils it is these American phrases or spellings that ruin this English book with English characters and set in England
April 10, 2023
a theatrical Twist
Rosemary and Vera set about with a bit of not too far fetched detective work that leads them from city, gambling, parlors, and London to us police stations in a variety of other sites. They search for murders, gamblers and Petty thievery as well as a corrupt police force.
Rosemary and Vera set about with a bit of not too far fetched detective work that leads them from city, gambling, parlors, and London to us police stations in a variety of other sites. They search for murders, gamblers and Petty thievery as well as a corrupt police force.
January 14, 2024
Great fun
Set in London in the 1920s there is a mystery to be solved with complicated relationships, sexual tension and quite a lot of action. This is the second in the series and I look forward to more. Rosemary is a plucky heroine and her developing relationship with police detective Max makes for perfect escape reading.
Set in London in the 1920s there is a mystery to be solved with complicated relationships, sexual tension and quite a lot of action. This is the second in the series and I look forward to more. Rosemary is a plucky heroine and her developing relationship with police detective Max makes for perfect escape reading.
September 10, 2024
A Madcap Romp
The second of Mrs. Lillywhite's adventures is just as much fun as the first. The puzzle is first rate, the characters are interesting without being over the top and the butler bas hidden depths. The distinct atmosphere of the Roaring Twenties is just an added enticement. I'm looking forward to the next one.
The second of Mrs. Lillywhite's adventures is just as much fun as the first. The puzzle is first rate, the characters are interesting without being over the top and the butler bas hidden depths. The distinct atmosphere of the Roaring Twenties is just an added enticement. I'm looking forward to the next one.
August 2, 2019
Great Mysteries
I forgot to do review on book one so here they both are. I would have given book 1 a 5 rating also. These are mysteries like Agatha, Ellery queen. Set in London after WW1 and before WW11. Characters are great. Must read books
I forgot to do review on book one so here they both are. I would have given book 1 a 5 rating also. These are mysteries like Agatha, Ellery queen. Set in London after WW1 and before WW11. Characters are great. Must read books
February 17, 2020
Good book
Just enough murder. Just enough mayhem. A little bit of romance and scandal to make the book interesting. Enjoyed Rosemary's adventure with her friends! On to book #3.
Just enough murder. Just enough mayhem. A little bit of romance and scandal to make the book interesting. Enjoyed Rosemary's adventure with her friends! On to book #3.
March 8, 2020
A lovely book
These books are really good, they are set in the 1920's and are about Rose and her family and friends. They all get together to solve murders and mysteries. The characters come across as normal and quite funny on occasion.
These books are really good, they are set in the 1920's and are about Rose and her family and friends. They all get together to solve murders and mysteries. The characters come across as normal and quite funny on occasion.
May 31, 2021
Great Twists and Turns
Excellent book. Interesting characters. Plot full of twists and turns. Wonderful writing with good descriptions of life in 1920’s Britain. I can’t wait to start the next in this series.
Excellent book. Interesting characters. Plot full of twists and turns. Wonderful writing with good descriptions of life in 1920’s Britain. I can’t wait to start the next in this series.
January 18, 2022
Romance, Action and Mystery
Chemistry and romance are snapping with electric. Being neighborly gets you smack into a murder. Great characters and situations that leave you wanting more when done with the book.
Chemistry and romance are snapping with electric. Being neighborly gets you smack into a murder. Great characters and situations that leave you wanting more when done with the book.
July 27, 2022
A Fatal Toothache
I like the characters. They seem like real people. The mystery of the dead body in the dentist's chair inspires Rosemary ,Vera, Frederick, and Desmond to jump into action. There are lots of twists and subplots to tease the sleuths.
I like the characters. They seem like real people. The mystery of the dead body in the dentist's chair inspires Rosemary ,Vera, Frederick, and Desmond to jump into action. There are lots of twists and subplots to tease the sleuths.
August 12, 2022
great read!
I love it when an author brings characters to life & this writer certainly accomplished that. Lots of surprises & the potential for future updates in the key characters lives. I’m about to start the next book now! Recommend for lovers of clever cozy thrillers.
I love it when an author brings characters to life & this writer certainly accomplished that. Lots of surprises & the potential for future updates in the key characters lives. I’m about to start the next book now! Recommend for lovers of clever cozy thrillers.
June 27, 2023
must read
I’m really enjoying this series. I can’t wait for the next book. I find the main character, Mrs. Lillywhite to be very likable and can’t wait for her and Max to realize they’re meant to be together.
I’m really enjoying this series. I can’t wait for the next book. I find the main character, Mrs. Lillywhite to be very likable and can’t wait for her and Max to realize they’re meant to be together.
September 15, 2024
Good story
Cute story that centers around Rose Lillywhite who has the propensity to continually stumble upon murders and her group of friends who assist the police in solving the crime whether the police want their help or not. Fun reading experience.
Cute story that centers around Rose Lillywhite who has the propensity to continually stumble upon murders and her group of friends who assist the police in solving the crime whether the police want their help or not. Fun reading experience.
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