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The Violet Carlyle Mysteries #21
A Murder Most Odd
June 1926
Violet and Jack are the matron of honor and best man at Rita and Ham’s wedding. Rita’s father is so excited, he’s bought the couple a country house near Vi’s and arranged a several day long celebration culminating in a wedding, wedding breakfast, and wedding ball.
On the first day, there is a large picnic in the ruins near the house. One the second day, there is a snipe hunt and the winner receives a shocking prize. On the third day, the bright young winner falls dead in his soup. Who would kill the lively young man? And why?
Book TWENTY-ONE 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
A Zestful Little Murder
Murder Most Odd
Nearly A Murder (coming soon)
Violet and Jack are the matron of honor and best man at Rita and Ham’s wedding. Rita’s father is so excited, he’s bought the couple a country house near Vi’s and arranged a several day long celebration culminating in a wedding, wedding breakfast, and wedding ball.
On the first day, there is a large picnic in the ruins near the house. One the second day, there is a snipe hunt and the winner receives a shocking prize. On the third day, the bright young winner falls dead in his soup. Who would kill the lively young man? And why?
Book TWENTY-ONE 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
A Zestful Little Murder
Murder Most Odd
Nearly A Murder (coming soon)
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Published July 1, 2020
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December 26, 2024
Fantastic series
Not quite halfway through this series and there is no way I want to stop. Each story is so good. The characters are great. This series would make a wonderful TV series. What a lot of fun that would be too.
Do yourself a huge favor and keep reading for more fun adventures
Not quite halfway through this series and there is no way I want to stop. Each story is so good. The characters are great. This series would make a wonderful TV series. What a lot of fun that would be too.
Do yourself a huge favor and keep reading for more fun adventures
March 19, 2021
Wedding Blues
Finally!!! Rita and Ham are about to tie the knot. Rita's father has gone all out in preparation. He bought her an estate next to Visit and Jack. He had days of events prior to the big day. As friend Denny said " I've never been to a pre,pre,pre, reception ". Of course everyone is invited including Rita's old friends from her traveling days. Garden parties, scavenger hunt (with a very generous prize), masked ball, whew I'm exhausted just writing about all the activities. But this is a Violet mystery so of course there's a dead body. Will Vi and company be able to find the murderer in time? Or will Rita's long awaited big day be destroyed? Interesting characters with a great backstory. Highly recommended. (Please get a real human proof reader and not an app).
Finally!!! Rita and Ham are about to tie the knot. Rita's father has gone all out in preparation. He bought her an estate next to Visit and Jack. He had days of events prior to the big day. As friend Denny said " I've never been to a pre,pre,pre, reception ". Of course everyone is invited including Rita's old friends from her traveling days. Garden parties, scavenger hunt (with a very generous prize), masked ball, whew I'm exhausted just writing about all the activities. But this is a Violet mystery so of course there's a dead body. Will Vi and company be able to find the murderer in time? Or will Rita's long awaited big day be destroyed? Interesting characters with a great backstory. Highly recommended. (Please get a real human proof reader and not an app).
May 4, 2020
Book 21 - Violet Carlyle
One of the reasons I like this series is that the characters are often flawed and on this, the twenty first entry in the series our Vi is rather unlikable, going a bit beyond the pale, even considering it is her terrible stepmother she’s attacking, playing rather dirty pool vis a vis suspects and rubbing it all in at the end. So, good for her! The setting is the country for Rita and Ham’s wedding weekend and, of course, there’s bound to be both a victim and a murderer on the guest list.
One of the reasons I like this series is that the characters are often flawed and on this, the twenty first entry in the series our Vi is rather unlikable, going a bit beyond the pale, even considering it is her terrible stepmother she’s attacking, playing rather dirty pool vis a vis suspects and rubbing it all in at the end. So, good for her! The setting is the country for Rita and Ham’s wedding weekend and, of course, there’s bound to be both a victim and a murderer on the guest list.
May 1, 2020
Isn’t it romantic....
Some relationships are at least. I’m enjoying the shifts and changes in careers, and Smith is an interesting puzzle that gets put together in each subsequent book. There were enough loose ends here to make for continued interesting reads in subsequent sequels. I enjoyed this a lot and read it almost too quickly. It was a lovely escape, particularly while sheltering in place.
Some relationships are at least. I’m enjoying the shifts and changes in careers, and Smith is an interesting puzzle that gets put together in each subsequent book. There were enough loose ends here to make for continued interesting reads in subsequent sequels. I enjoyed this a lot and read it almost too quickly. It was a lovely escape, particularly while sheltering in place.
May 2, 2020
Worth the Wait!
I have read and adored every book in this series, and they never let me down. Vi and her friends are perfection. The mysteries are complex and gripping, the atmosphere is bright and sparkling, but it is the characters that make these books so engaging. Come along, kick off your shoes, grab a cocktail or two and join the gang on their adventures. You'll be so glad that you did!
I have read and adored every book in this series, and they never let me down. Vi and her friends are perfection. The mysteries are complex and gripping, the atmosphere is bright and sparkling, but it is the characters that make these books so engaging. Come along, kick off your shoes, grab a cocktail or two and join the gang on their adventures. You'll be so glad that you did!
July 25, 2020
A Wedding and a Murder
Sound familiar? This group just can't shake murders following them. Will the murderer be found before Rita and Ham tie the knot? A three day pre-nuptual party, beautifully renovated house, an exorbitant scavenger hunt prize and a dead body. Let's get out the chalkboard and begin. All these Violet Carlyle books haveb t heir own little twist to keep the reader interested. Enjoy!
Sound familiar? This group just can't shake murders following them. Will the murderer be found before Rita and Ham tie the knot? A three day pre-nuptual party, beautifully renovated house, an exorbitant scavenger hunt prize and a dead body. Let's get out the chalkboard and begin. All these Violet Carlyle books haveb t heir own little twist to keep the reader interested. Enjoy!
April 30, 2020
Excellent!
Rita and Ham’s wedding, 4 day of festivities, murder on 3rd day, and Vi and friends jump into investigation mode. Lots of suspects, confusion, and the fun of collecting clues entertain these clever friends. Very interesting plot and revelation of culprit was well done. Wedding takes place! Lots of fun!
Rita and Ham’s wedding, 4 day of festivities, murder on 3rd day, and Vi and friends jump into investigation mode. Lots of suspects, confusion, and the fun of collecting clues entertain these clever friends. Very interesting plot and revelation of culprit was well done. Wedding takes place! Lots of fun!
May 4, 2020
whew at least this time there was reasoning and evidence before the murderer was named. But maybe slow down and develop the story line more--we are losing the feel of the group of friends. The last couple of stories have been set the scene, murder off someone and then drag out the murder board. We are losing the flavor of all these people and what holds them together.
October 12, 2021
Another fun read! This series is such fun. There are weddings, babies, parties, chocolate liquors, mysteries to solve (can you figure out “who done it?” before Beth Byers tells you?), snarky dialogue, and evil doers doing evil deeds…..did I tell you there is chocolate? What more could you want in a fun read? Get it and enjoy!
May 3, 2020
Lovely
Violet and friends are at Rita's mansion. It's Rita and Ham's pre wedding festivities when one of the guests is murdered. Jack and Ham are no longer working for Scotland yard but help Vi figure out which guest was the murderer. I can't wait to read the next book.
Violet and friends are at Rita's mansion. It's Rita and Ham's pre wedding festivities when one of the guests is murdered. Jack and Ham are no longer working for Scotland yard but help Vi figure out which guest was the murderer. I can't wait to read the next book.
May 4, 2020
Excellent
I love the Violet Carlyle mysteries. The characters are awesome and the roaring 20's backdrop is fantastic. The mysteries and the mystery board is a part that sets these mysteries apart from others.
I love the Violet Carlyle mysteries. The characters are awesome and the roaring 20's backdrop is fantastic. The mysteries and the mystery board is a part that sets these mysteries apart from others.
June 1, 2020
Too much chalkboard, no extra interest.
The storyline felt a bit of a rush. As the murder took place too close to the wedding. Not the usual fill in which I enjoyed in other books in the series.
The storyline felt a bit of a rush. As the murder took place too close to the wedding. Not the usual fill in which I enjoyed in other books in the series.
June 21, 2020
A book better than the previous one in the series. There was less of Violet's mental issue theme and the suspense was rather good, I couldn't guess whodunnit. I do wish Victor would make a come back to twinning with Voilet again, I miss the mischief.
August 6, 2020
Wonderful, as always.
Byers ' characters are fictional old friends who never disappoint. Her writing is smooth, captivating and keeps you hungry for more. Well done Beth.
I give it give (5) 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 stars.
Byers ' characters are fictional old friends who never disappoint. Her writing is smooth, captivating and keeps you hungry for more. Well done Beth.
I give it give (5) 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 stars.
August 11, 2021
A Murder Most Odd
As always a great mystery. With friends that love each other inspire of their quirks. I so enjoyed it. Love all the characters and their love and protection for each other.
As always a great mystery. With friends that love each other inspire of their quirks. I so enjoyed it. Love all the characters and their love and protection for each other.
November 17, 2022
Another good one!
This book had the reader thinking and although there is a confusing mistake near the middle of the book, the story was unaffected. The crew of friends were instrumental in finding the culprit, so a happy ending. I definitely recommend this book.
This book had the reader thinking and although there is a confusing mistake near the middle of the book, the story was unaffected. The crew of friends were instrumental in finding the culprit, so a happy ending. I definitely recommend this book.
March 30, 2023
A Wedding Celebration leads to another Murder!
Once again there is murder afoot but with a whole new set of characters.
The substory has Lady Eleanor being wooed and Vi's dad publicly telling her to "be quiet" which is a first!
Once again there is murder afoot but with a whole new set of characters.
The substory has Lady Eleanor being wooed and Vi's dad publicly telling her to "be quiet" which is a first!
July 2, 2023
A Murder Most Odd book 21
This is a dramatic murder mystery with a lot of emotional characters and chalk boards and clever minds with twists and turns with lucky guesses.Fun and entertaining 💃🏻❣️🏺🧐
This is a dramatic murder mystery with a lot of emotional characters and chalk boards and clever minds with twists and turns with lucky guesses.Fun and entertaining 💃🏻❣️🏺🧐
April 30, 2020
Except for the usual cast of mystery circle...this is a sad tale full of sad characters with a sad ending.
May 3, 2020
So fun!!!
So silly, so fun, so much mystery packed into one book!!! It is another great book!!! Love all the characters, even the one’s dying!!!! Haha
So silly, so fun, so much mystery packed into one book!!! It is another great book!!! Love all the characters, even the one’s dying!!!! Haha
May 3, 2020
It's always good to visit with old friends, and adding a wedding is icing!
May 6, 2020
Wow
The best of the series yet! Can hardly wait wait to see what Violet and friend are involved in next
The best of the series yet! Can hardly wait wait to see what Violet and friend are involved in next
May 9, 2020
Violet and friends do it again
I’ve read all of the Violet Carlyle mysteries now and this new one doesn’t disappoint. Definitely an afternoon well enjoyed
I’ve read all of the Violet Carlyle mysteries now and this new one doesn’t disappoint. Definitely an afternoon well enjoyed
May 13, 2020
Wish they weren't so short now!
May 15, 2020
What a Wedding!
Good book. I didn't expect who died. So happy Rita & Ham finally married. Great that the slightly evil By is back. Lots of fun.
Good book. I didn't expect who died. So happy Rita & Ham finally married. Great that the slightly evil By is back. Lots of fun.
June 29, 2020
Oddly Murderous
A true mystery, this murder has so many suspects and yet you are amazed at the ending. It is a quagmire of questions.
A true mystery, this murder has so many suspects and yet you are amazed at the ending. It is a quagmire of questions.
August 17, 2021
Unsurprising
I am still not able certain what is going on between Beatrice and the devil also known as mr smith.
I am still not able certain what is going on between Beatrice and the devil also known as mr smith.
March 29, 2022
Rita and Ham tie the knot
Rita and Ham are treated to a new home, a four day extravaganza from Rita’s father and the the typical murder. Good times?
Rita and Ham are treated to a new home, a four day extravaganza from Rita’s father and the the typical murder. Good times?
April 30, 2022
Fun read
This is fun to read following Vi & Jack as they solve cases together. The group is fun and seem to be the true definition of family.
This is fun to read following Vi & Jack as they solve cases together. The group is fun and seem to be the true definition of family.
August 13, 2023
A murder most odd
Loved this one. No more comments or it will spoil the story. Tra la law laaa. This is so great
Loved this one. No more comments or it will spoil the story. Tra la law laaa. This is so great
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