The Puzzle of the Blue Banderilla by Stuart Palmer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oscar Piper is on a train to Mexico when a death of a Mexican customs examiner occurs. Eventually Hildegaede Withers arrives to help. But can they stop another attempt on politicians' wife Adele Mabre.
An enjoyable mystery



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The Purbeck Stratagem by Karen Baugh Menuhin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

May 1925. The murder of banker Henrik Andersen leads Wolfe and Fox eventually to a house party held by Sir Rex Falconer. Where a deal is thought to be signed between all the guests. But a death occurs.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery

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By Harbour and by Hearth: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Jayanth Subramanyan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This Pride and Prejudice story continues and concludes. Will Bingley stay in India, will he ever see his family again. What of the Bennet family.
An entertaining variation

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A Murder in Belgravia by Irina Shapiro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

November 1859 At a dinner party consisting of prominent people and hosted by Dorothea Everhart, her M.P. husband Ashley dies. His doctor states it's due to natural causes but others are not so sure. It is up to Inspector Bell to investigate.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with likeable and interesting main characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
An ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.


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Eternity Ring by Patricia Wentworth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Deeping. A frightened female runs after seeing the dead body of a female but is she telling the truth. Sergeant Abbott is visiting his family home in Deeping and invites Miss Silver to visit,
An entertaining historical mystery

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Chantecoq and the Père-Lachaise Ghost by Arthur Bernède
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When billionaire American Jack Sorett's advances to 26 year old Countess Michele de Prefailles are rejected he takes his vengeance.
An enjoyable historical mystery

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Gold and Good Sense: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Elaine Burkett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where Bennet's younger brother has left his vast wealth to his nieces. How does this affect their futures
An enjoyable story

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