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The Violet Carlyle Mysteries #19
Love & Murder
March 1926
On Valentine’s Day, gifts arrived for Violet. Gifts that weren't from Jack. And they kept coming.
If she had to admit it, she’d say she was spooked. If Jack had to admit it, he’d say he was furious. If Victor had to admit it, he'd say the sender better run for his life. And soon.
Then they discover another woman received the same type of things. Gifts. Notes. Distant adoration. Only this woman has turned up dead. Trying to uncover the anonymous sender, Jack and Victor discover there isn’t anything they wouldn’t do to keep Vi alive and safe with them. It turns out there isn’t anything Violet wouldn’t do to stay with them.
Book NINETEEN in the Violet Carlyle Mysteries. Are you ready for the roaring twenties? You’ll love Vi, her patient husband Jack, her indulgent twin Vic, and their friends. For fans of Carola Dunn, Jacqueline Winspear, Georgette Heyer, and Lee Strauss. A light, cozy mystery with a fun peek into life in the life of a bright young thing. No swearing, graphic scenes, or cliffhangers.
The Violet Carlyle Series
Murder & the Heir
Murder at Kennington House
Murder at the Folly
A Merry Little Murder
New Year’s Madness: A Short Story Anthology
Valentine’s Madness: A Short Story Anthology
Murder Among the Roses
Murder in the Shallows
Gin & Murder
Obsidian Murder
Murder at the Ladies Club
Weddings Vows & Murder
A Jazzy Little Murder
Murder by Chocolate
A Friendly Little Murder
Murder by the Sea
Murder On All Hallows
Murder in the Shadows
A Jolly Little Murder
Christmas Madness: A Short Story Anthology
Hijinks & Murder
Love & Murder
*There are two short stories that fall between A Merry Little Murder and Murder Among the Roses. They are: New Year’s Madness and Valentine’s Madness. There is also a short story that falls between Murder by Chocolate and A Friendly Little Murder found in Candlelit Madness.
On Valentine’s Day, gifts arrived for Violet. Gifts that weren't from Jack. And they kept coming.
If she had to admit it, she’d say she was spooked. If Jack had to admit it, he’d say he was furious. If Victor had to admit it, he'd say the sender better run for his life. And soon.
Then they discover another woman received the same type of things. Gifts. Notes. Distant adoration. Only this woman has turned up dead. Trying to uncover the anonymous sender, Jack and Victor discover there isn’t anything they wouldn’t do to keep Vi alive and safe with them. It turns out there isn’t anything Violet wouldn’t do to stay with them.
Book NINETEEN in the Violet Carlyle Mysteries. Are you ready for the roaring twenties? You’ll love Vi, her patient husband Jack, her indulgent twin Vic, and their friends. For fans of Carola Dunn, Jacqueline Winspear, Georgette Heyer, and Lee Strauss. A light, cozy mystery with a fun peek into life in the life of a bright young thing. No swearing, graphic scenes, or cliffhangers.
The Violet Carlyle Series
Murder & the Heir
Murder at Kennington House
Murder at the Folly
A Merry Little Murder
New Year’s Madness: A Short Story Anthology
Valentine’s Madness: A Short Story Anthology
Murder Among the Roses
Murder in the Shallows
Gin & Murder
Obsidian Murder
Murder at the Ladies Club
Weddings Vows & Murder
A Jazzy Little Murder
Murder by Chocolate
A Friendly Little Murder
Murder by the Sea
Murder On All Hallows
Murder in the Shadows
A Jolly Little Murder
Christmas Madness: A Short Story Anthology
Hijinks & Murder
Love & Murder
*There are two short stories that fall between A Merry Little Murder and Murder Among the Roses. They are: New Year’s Madness and Valentine’s Madness. There is also a short story that falls between Murder by Chocolate and A Friendly Little Murder found in Candlelit Madness.
186 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 9, 2020
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February 15, 2020
Wonderful books 📚 I have loved every book in this series.they are very well written and so entertaining
I believe that this book deserves the highest rating,I would recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a well written period mystery
I believe that this book deserves the highest rating,I would recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a well written period mystery
February 15, 2020
My favorite
My favorite so far, I think. The crime was creepy, and easily solved by the end of course. It’s the character development that I love though. Smith is rapidly becoming a favorite.
My favorite so far, I think. The crime was creepy, and easily solved by the end of course. It’s the character development that I love though. Smith is rapidly becoming a favorite.
March 9, 2020
Story good, proofreading errors, docked a star for the fat shaming. Author needs to knock it off with that. Detracted from an otherwise gripping read. Still wish that 20 titles in there was proofreading. Wrong words, wrong character names.
February 29, 2020
Well hail hail the gang's all here. But Violet is getting unexpected and unwanted attention from someone and it isn't even subtle.
March 17, 2021
A absolutely great read!
I just loved, loved this book. Since I've read all prior books in the series, I'm was already totally invested. Some of the previous books are excellent ,good or just so so. This one had everything I could want. Vi and Jack, her twin Victor with his wife Kate, friends Denny and Lila as well as Rita and Ham. Don't forget the butler Hargreaves and the devilish sleuth Smith. The story is excellent. Vi is the target of a truly sinister, diabolical person. Who is behind her terror? If they are able to find out who it is will one of the guys murder him first? I was stumped to the very end as to who the culprit was. If you're a fan of this series, as I am this one's for you!!
I just loved, loved this book. Since I've read all prior books in the series, I'm was already totally invested. Some of the previous books are excellent ,good or just so so. This one had everything I could want. Vi and Jack, her twin Victor with his wife Kate, friends Denny and Lila as well as Rita and Ham. Don't forget the butler Hargreaves and the devilish sleuth Smith. The story is excellent. Vi is the target of a truly sinister, diabolical person. Who is behind her terror? If they are able to find out who it is will one of the guys murder him first? I was stumped to the very end as to who the culprit was. If you're a fan of this series, as I am this one's for you!!
November 4, 2021
This one is a favorite. I continue to be amazed at how dark this series can get. This one deals with stalking and it doesn’t shy away from any of the aspects of such a disgusting crime. I loved that Vi has such a strong support system. So many women don’t, and they should. There’s nothing romantic, or cute, or funny about it, and this book doesn’t glorify it the way it feels like some books to. I appreciated that immensely. This is one of the best cozy series I’ve ever read and this installment is a great example of why.
February 10, 2020
Entertaining!
Not as good as previous books because this one has dark, ominous undertones. I enjoy the light hearted, funny, ridiculous antics of No and crew. In this one, Vi has attracted a fan, an unpleasant one who is a predator! His acts are devious, unpleasant, and scary! There is a finale and justice seems to prevail; however, the ending is extremely abrupt and there remain a lot of unanswered questions. I felt it was very incomplete and undatisfying.
Not as good as previous books because this one has dark, ominous undertones. I enjoy the light hearted, funny, ridiculous antics of No and crew. In this one, Vi has attracted a fan, an unpleasant one who is a predator! His acts are devious, unpleasant, and scary! There is a finale and justice seems to prevail; however, the ending is extremely abrupt and there remain a lot of unanswered questions. I felt it was very incomplete and undatisfying.
November 9, 2022
Another strange but wonderful story
Yet another strange story from Violet and Jack Wakefield. Strange and yet wonderful. Being stalked is no fun at all, nor is being constantly afraid. This story was just a bit too real and could have easily happened in present times. The plot is easily followed, the characters, both main and supporting are a treasure to read about, and the story is timeless. This book is well worth your time and effort to read.
Yet another strange story from Violet and Jack Wakefield. Strange and yet wonderful. Being stalked is no fun at all, nor is being constantly afraid. This story was just a bit too real and could have easily happened in present times. The plot is easily followed, the characters, both main and supporting are a treasure to read about, and the story is timeless. This book is well worth your time and effort to read.
February 12, 2020
A really lovely book
I love these books, they are set in the 1920's and are about Violet and her twin Victor plus a lot of other people they've made into family. Someone is sending flowers to Violet and drawings of her and it takes all of them to catch the person. I can't wait for the next book.
I love these books, they are set in the 1920's and are about Violet and her twin Victor plus a lot of other people they've made into family. Someone is sending flowers to Violet and drawings of her and it takes all of them to catch the person. I can't wait for the next book.
July 21, 2020
Interesting read
The gang, all of them, is back together to solve this very involved mystery. Violet is the object of someone's "affection" other than Jack's. Everyone gets involved in the case, including Smith. Why is Violet being targeted? Is this a fan of the work of a madman? Hope you enjoy this book.As much as I did.
The gang, all of them, is back together to solve this very involved mystery. Violet is the object of someone's "affection" other than Jack's. Everyone gets involved in the case, including Smith. Why is Violet being targeted? Is this a fan of the work of a madman? Hope you enjoy this book.As much as I did.
September 3, 2021
Holy Moly, Violet has a stalker!
I wasn’t sure whether I wanted to finish this book or not because I find sicko stalkers extremely disturbing….but I had to finish it to see the ending. Usually, these books are light, amusing, and enjoyable reads. This one is more dark. I love the Violet Carlyle Mysteries, though, and look forward to the next one.
I wasn’t sure whether I wanted to finish this book or not because I find sicko stalkers extremely disturbing….but I had to finish it to see the ending. Usually, these books are light, amusing, and enjoyable reads. This one is more dark. I love the Violet Carlyle Mysteries, though, and look forward to the next one.
February 16, 2020
Another great read!
I’m a fan and I have enjoyed every Violet Carlyle book. The books are entertaining and I love the big eclectic group of characters. I put the release dates on my iPhone calendar so I can get the newest novel as soon as possible!
I’m a fan and I have enjoyed every Violet Carlyle book. The books are entertaining and I love the big eclectic group of characters. I put the release dates on my iPhone calendar so I can get the newest novel as soon as possible!
May 13, 2020
Creepy but Good
A very different but intriguing Violet Carlyle mystery. But I do wish they had followed up with Simone story. I'd like to know more about that. Good book , though. Highly recommend.
A very different but intriguing Violet Carlyle mystery. But I do wish they had followed up with Simone story. I'd like to know more about that. Good book , though. Highly recommend.
July 22, 2022
Great book
Lady Violet has a stalker of the creepiest kind. Fortunately, she is not alone in her quest to find out who this person is and stop him. This was a pretty scary book, but Lady Violet's strength and the determination of her her loved ones wins out.
Lady Violet has a stalker of the creepiest kind. Fortunately, she is not alone in her quest to find out who this person is and stop him. This was a pretty scary book, but Lady Violet's strength and the determination of her her loved ones wins out.
July 2, 2023
Love & Murder book 19
Love the humor,sassy banter,snark , and twists and turns The subject matter in this story is on the darker side.Author is a great storyteller .lively dramatic characters.💃🏻❣️😒😆
Love the humor,sassy banter,snark , and twists and turns The subject matter in this story is on the darker side.Author is a great storyteller .lively dramatic characters.💃🏻❣️😒😆
February 11, 2020
I really like the book. It’s that there is humor but also crime. I hate if it’s too fluffy. But whatever happened to Simone?
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February 12, 2020
Hamilton Reviews
Well done! The terror built splendidly. The dialogue was very good. The plot as well. Have been following this series from the beginning.
Well done! The terror built splendidly. The dialogue was very good. The plot as well. Have been following this series from the beginning.
February 15, 2020
I usually love these mysteries
This book was not up to the usual standard, plot went round and round in a circle. Very repetitive and rather unimaginative
This book was not up to the usual standard, plot went round and round in a circle. Very repetitive and rather unimaginative
February 19, 2020
Such a great story!!
So fun, so exciting, so suspenseful and a little scary!! Love her books, love all the characters!!! Can’t wait until the next one!!!
So fun, so exciting, so suspenseful and a little scary!! Love her books, love all the characters!!! Can’t wait until the next one!!!
April 11, 2020
This was by far the best book so far. Fabulous story. There are still errors in the writing, but the story was a solid five stars. Loved it.
November 12, 2020
Love and Murder
I really liked this book. Hard to believe that someone Vi could not remember meeting is the secret admirer and the murderer.
I would recommend this book.
I really liked this book. Hard to believe that someone Vi could not remember meeting is the secret admirer and the murderer.
I would recommend this book.
August 15, 2021
Good
Wonderful news, no one died. Quite a change for the series. I imagine the 1920’s had decided they were no longer welcome
Wonderful news, no one died. Quite a change for the series. I imagine the 1920’s had decided they were no longer welcome
February 3, 2022
A True Grabber
Evil invades their lives and the trap wraps around every aspect of their expanded family. Spider and fly. Keenly done. Masterful. Enjoy.
Evil invades their lives and the trap wraps around every aspect of their expanded family. Spider and fly. Keenly done. Masterful. Enjoy.
March 27, 2022
WOW
This was really a good book. Read the whole book in a matter of hours.
Violet has a stalker and is terrorized. I think the conclusion may help her nightmares.
This was really a good book. Read the whole book in a matter of hours.
Violet has a stalker and is terrorized. I think the conclusion may help her nightmares.
September 23, 2023
Just for fun
I love these books, they are a fun get away from the world for a bit. I love the sometimes to prefect characters and the wonderfully philanthropic Vi.
I love these books, they are a fun get away from the world for a bit. I love the sometimes to prefect characters and the wonderfully philanthropic Vi.
May 5, 2024
Well that was deliciously dark. Enjoyed that one a lot.
June 12, 2021
Great read as always, the saga continues. Story had me going till the very end. Love all the twists and turns.
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