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Lord Kit Aston #3
The Phantom
A series of daring diamond robberies in London's fashionable West End by a thief who leaves a calling card /strong> Kit Aston, aided and abetted by his fiancée, Mary Cavendish and a young film-making chauffeur, Alfred, investigate. What seems a straightforward simple case spirals out of control as London gangland's 'Elephant Boys' become involved.
- GenresMystery
322 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 1, 2019
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About the author
Jack Murray
47 books32 followersBorn in Northern Ireland, Jack is an artist and writer.
His paintings are now in collections as far apart as the US, Australia and Europe (including Britain and Ireland).
There are now seven Kit Aston novels and also two shorter novellas: The French Diplomat Affair and Haymakers Last Fight. A new Kit Aston is in the pipeline, set in a theatre and will e out before summer 2023.
Jack has signed with Lume Books. They have published a new series to coincide with 80th anniversary of battle of El Alamein. The story looks at the battle for North Africa from the perspectives of an English boy and a German boy who are destined to confront and try to kill one another at El Alamein.
A popular character from the Kit Aston mysteries now has her own series. Set in the Victorian era, the new series features Aunt Agatha when she was a young woman.
A third detective series features the grandson of CI Jellicoe. This series is set in the 1950's. There are three titles with a fourth due in January.
Jack lives near London with his beautiful Italian wife and two children.
His paintings are now in collections as far apart as the US, Australia and Europe (including Britain and Ireland).
There are now seven Kit Aston novels and also two shorter novellas: The French Diplomat Affair and Haymakers Last Fight. A new Kit Aston is in the pipeline, set in a theatre and will e out before summer 2023.
Jack has signed with Lume Books. They have published a new series to coincide with 80th anniversary of battle of El Alamein. The story looks at the battle for North Africa from the perspectives of an English boy and a German boy who are destined to confront and try to kill one another at El Alamein.
A popular character from the Kit Aston mysteries now has her own series. Set in the Victorian era, the new series features Aunt Agatha when she was a young woman.
A third detective series features the grandson of CI Jellicoe. This series is set in the 1950's. There are three titles with a fourth due in January.
Jack lives near London with his beautiful Italian wife and two children.
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October 21, 2022
A good story with a few down points but worth spoiling the book for.
January 5, 2021
An entertaining mystery with nice historical details, particularly with the inclusion of actual historical people and the Elephant Gang. Kit's aunt and her friend are a great team, especially when teamed up with Mary, Kit's new fiancee. Of course, Kit and Mary have nice chemistry. Mary promises to be a good partner in future investigations.
September 24, 2021
This one was silly. No clear reason for the crimes just story for the sake of it. Can't be bothered with the rest of the series
February 12, 2020
I thoroughly enjoy every one of the Characters!
I really love this series of books, especially the characters! I hated for each book to end. I’m always left wanting to know more of what happened to the characters - I totally could see a few of them spinning off into their own series as well, like Agatha & Betty or Raven Hadleigh just from this book. I also want to know more about Henry...and Ida, and of course there’s Spunky!
I only have one tiny criticism and I’m sure it has nothing to do with the author in any way whatsoever - my comment has to do with either editing or formatting. The books can be challenging to read sometimes due to the lack of spacing between words & sentences. On almost every page there chunks of text that run on together. This isn’t a deal breaker by any means, the books are wonderful and common sense rules. I just happen to be an editor and these kinds of things jump off the page at me and slow my reading down. The writing, wit & characters are so enjoyable, it’s a shame to have anything detract from the reading of a great book.
I highly recommend this author & this series!
I really love this series of books, especially the characters! I hated for each book to end. I’m always left wanting to know more of what happened to the characters - I totally could see a few of them spinning off into their own series as well, like Agatha & Betty or Raven Hadleigh just from this book. I also want to know more about Henry...and Ida, and of course there’s Spunky!
I only have one tiny criticism and I’m sure it has nothing to do with the author in any way whatsoever - my comment has to do with either editing or formatting. The books can be challenging to read sometimes due to the lack of spacing between words & sentences. On almost every page there chunks of text that run on together. This isn’t a deal breaker by any means, the books are wonderful and common sense rules. I just happen to be an editor and these kinds of things jump off the page at me and slow my reading down. The writing, wit & characters are so enjoyable, it’s a shame to have anything detract from the reading of a great book.
I highly recommend this author & this series!
October 21, 2019
A ripping yarn
This is the third Lord Aston book I’ve read and each has been excellent. Each time I have gone straight on to read the next. Like the others, this story is full of surprises and the plot has lots of twists and turns - can’t wait to read the next.
This is the third Lord Aston book I’ve read and each has been excellent. Each time I have gone straight on to read the next. Like the others, this story is full of surprises and the plot has lots of twists and turns - can’t wait to read the next.
December 10, 2021
The Phantom: Phan-tastic!
I thoroughly enjoyed “The Phantom” by Jack Murray. As you can read from the book description, this is Book 3 in the Lord Kit Aston 1920’s Crime Thriller Series.
In my opinion, Mr Murray, the Author, just gets better and better!
This story has a lot of components. (Many Characters, many separate plots.) At one point, I couldn’t figure what one plot had to do with the others. That said, Mr Murray does a very impressive job of pulling all of the separate pieces together.
I won’t give spoilers or tell more about story; instead, I’ll say this: if you enjoy 1920’s Crime / Thrillers, why not try the Lord Kit Aston series? I can’t wait to find out what ‘mischief’ Kit (and his friends) gets up to!
I thoroughly enjoyed “The Phantom” by Jack Murray. As you can read from the book description, this is Book 3 in the Lord Kit Aston 1920’s Crime Thriller Series.
In my opinion, Mr Murray, the Author, just gets better and better!
This story has a lot of components. (Many Characters, many separate plots.) At one point, I couldn’t figure what one plot had to do with the others. That said, Mr Murray does a very impressive job of pulling all of the separate pieces together.
I won’t give spoilers or tell more about story; instead, I’ll say this: if you enjoy 1920’s Crime / Thrillers, why not try the Lord Kit Aston series? I can’t wait to find out what ‘mischief’ Kit (and his friends) gets up to!
July 26, 2022
I thought this entry in the series was rather disappointing. While I enjoyed most of the characters the plot was lacking for me. Two older aunts were introduced but I was unable to warm up to them. The sub plot involving the brothers Ryan and the gangsters seemed contrived and mostly unnecessary. And I'm still not sure I understand the "why" at the end of the book even though I read it a couple of times. Finally, the more than usual number of editing errors were distracting as well as the overuse of run on sentences. This book was not up to the high standards set by the first two books. As a result, I'm not sure I'll be continuing with the series.
September 3, 2019
A decidedly enjoyable read. This was as much fun as the first three.
This one was as much fun as the first three. Really like the ever widening cast of characters with the random historical figures. That said editing is needed. It’s a bit disconcerting when you find yourself rereading a sentence only to discover the word you think should be there is misspelled or just missing.
This one was as much fun as the first three. Really like the ever widening cast of characters with the random historical figures. That said editing is needed. It’s a bit disconcerting when you find yourself rereading a sentence only to discover the word you think should be there is misspelled or just missing.
April 19, 2019
Edit this book!
The characters and plot were interesting but this book needs some serious editing! Grammar and punctuation errors abound and were very distracting. Also, character's titles are wrongly used. For example, Mary Cavendish is Lady Mary, not Lady Cavendish. There are just too many errors of all kinds for me to enjoy the storyline.
The characters and plot were interesting but this book needs some serious editing! Grammar and punctuation errors abound and were very distracting. Also, character's titles are wrongly used. For example, Mary Cavendish is Lady Mary, not Lady Cavendish. There are just too many errors of all kinds for me to enjoy the storyline.
February 3, 2020
Excellent Mystery!
Great story, plot development well done, characters are enjoyable, and criminals are hysterical in their inability to be successful. The kidnapped baby with asthma completely destroys his abductors in the exciting chase finale! Still some editing errors to be corrected but much improved from the previous books.
Great story, plot development well done, characters are enjoyable, and criminals are hysterical in their inability to be successful. The kidnapped baby with asthma completely destroys his abductors in the exciting chase finale! Still some editing errors to be corrected but much improved from the previous books.
May 4, 2020
Good Story with great characters.
This is the 4th book in the series and I have enjoyed each story and the building of the characters. This book also introduces new characters that are very enjoyable. I am looking forward to Kit & Mary's next adventure.
I would recommend this series to any reader who enjoys stories set in post WW1 Britain.
This is the 4th book in the series and I have enjoyed each story and the building of the characters. This book also introduces new characters that are very enjoyable. I am looking forward to Kit & Mary's next adventure.
I would recommend this series to any reader who enjoys stories set in post WW1 Britain.
August 1, 2023
Good story
I I liked book 3 of the Lord Kit Aston series much better than Book 2. As usual Kit is surrounded by the usual cast of unusual characters, both high-brow and low. Two sweet old ladies keep things stirred up, The Phantom is back, Mary gets deeply involved again, and a little boy lays a big bad guy out. A very enjoyable romp!
I I liked book 3 of the Lord Kit Aston series much better than Book 2. As usual Kit is surrounded by the usual cast of unusual characters, both high-brow and low. Two sweet old ladies keep things stirred up, The Phantom is back, Mary gets deeply involved again, and a little boy lays a big bad guy out. A very enjoyable romp!
July 13, 2019
Loved it
An interesting story and characters. The peace process following WWI is can interesting period that doesn't get a lot of attention. I enjoyed the book very much and look forward to Kit and Mary's next adventure.
An interesting story and characters. The peace process following WWI is can interesting period that doesn't get a lot of attention. I enjoyed the book very much and look forward to Kit and Mary's next adventure.
October 10, 2019
The first three books have been incredible! I'm really looking forward to the next! All of the characters are so well drawn ,you
You don't want to leave them. The history in each book is fascinating, you feel as if you are there.
You don't want to leave them. The history in each book is fascinating, you feel as if you are there.
September 18, 2021
The One I've Been Waiting For
Great book. Kit & Mary are a very exciting pair of detectives. When Aunt Agatha and Betty get involved, everything is just too good. I'm so glad I waded through the other books. This is a great reward.
Great book. Kit & Mary are a very exciting pair of detectives. When Aunt Agatha and Betty get involved, everything is just too good. I'm so glad I waded through the other books. This is a great reward.
September 26, 2021
great characters and historical details
SomIm on the 4th book in the Lord Aston series. I get so distracted by the poor editing, I vow to stop reading. However, I keep on to the next chapter.
SomIm on the 4th book in the Lord Aston series. I get so distracted by the poor editing, I vow to stop reading. However, I keep on to the next chapter.
December 18, 2021
Wonderful book
A really good book, set in the 1920's. Lord Kit and Lady Mary are on the trail of the Phantom, a jewellery thief the have help from the police, Aunt Agatha and Betty. Things are not what they seem and there is a little mayhem as usual. Well worth five stars.
A really good book, set in the 1920's. Lord Kit and Lady Mary are on the trail of the Phantom, a jewellery thief the have help from the police, Aunt Agatha and Betty. Things are not what they seem and there is a little mayhem as usual. Well worth five stars.
April 15, 2022
Ends with a bang
Loved Aunt Agatha, Betty and the new role for Mary. The secondary story was gritty but just when it threatened to ruin the book, the stories merged, and justice, tempered with humor, won in the end. Better than the prior two books. Highly recommended.
Loved Aunt Agatha, Betty and the new role for Mary. The secondary story was gritty but just when it threatened to ruin the book, the stories merged, and justice, tempered with humor, won in the end. Better than the prior two books. Highly recommended.
November 30, 2025
3rd time…
This third adventure in the Lord Kit Aston series was also a hit! I liked the recurring characters and the mystery. The meeting of the two imposing aunts was epic! I also liked seeing the relationship between Kit and Mary progress. They are adorable together.
This third adventure in the Lord Kit Aston series was also a hit! I liked the recurring characters and the mystery. The meeting of the two imposing aunts was epic! I also liked seeing the relationship between Kit and Mary progress. They are adorable together.
September 26, 2019
Boring
I have read, or tried to like this but I'm not so will not finish this. I probably will not try any more.
I have read, or tried to like this but I'm not so will not finish this. I probably will not try any more.
April 30, 2022
Difficult to Put Down
Until I finished. Plenty of good characters, action, clever references & a clever plot. Enticing last chapters & satisfying ending!
Until I finished. Plenty of good characters, action, clever references & a clever plot. Enticing last chapters & satisfying ending!
March 9, 2023
fun Mystery
I really enjoyed the story but there were a lot of grammatical mistakes.
Good characters, lots of humor and fun to read.
I really enjoyed the story but there were a lot of grammatical mistakes.
Good characters, lots of humor and fun to read.
April 23, 2024
fun busy adventures..
..with sufficient down time to allow one to reheat ones bath water and refresh ones cocktail. Entertaining and light. Highly recommended.
..with sufficient down time to allow one to reheat ones bath water and refresh ones cocktail. Entertaining and light. Highly recommended.
July 13, 2025
February 1920. Several jewellery robberies have occurred. But it can not be the Phantom as he is still in prison. Was he wrongly convicted or is it a copycat. Chief Inspector Jellicoe investigates. While Lord Kit and other members of his family also investigate.
An entertaining historical mystery
An entertaining historical mystery
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