The Thief and the Labyrinth by Alys Clare
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

London, 1882. American p.i. Henry and Johanna McClellan approach the World’s End Bureau to locate a Bruno Schmidt, lecturer, who persuaded American Ava Werner to elope. They have traced them to London, a city unknown to them. A seemingly straightforward case which becomes complicated.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its likeable and interesting main characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
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Her Grace: A Pride & Prejudice Vagary by Shana Granderson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where in 1806 the old and debauched Duke of Hertfordshire is seeking his third wife, one to give him a heir. His reputation means he must look to a country miss for a wife. He choices Elizabeth and she is forced to marry him. Her parents refuse to save her. How will,this affect the fortunes of all the Bennets, their relations and friends.
An entertaining story

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The Heiress of Northanger Abbey by Nancy Bilyeau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1820 A Northanger Abbey sequel where twenty-two years have passed and their oldest daughter Phoebe (the heiress) is visiting Bath with Colonel Tilney and his wife, Aurelia. In a letter home Phoebe tells of her meeting with the Thorpes. Recalling her past interactions with that family she rushes to Bath with a reluctant Henry. Can Catherine protect her daughter and does she need to. Or has she let her imagination run wild once again.
An entertaining and well-written story which enters totally into the Gothic realm.
An ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

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Swan Song by Edmund Crispin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unpopular Opera singer Edwin Shorthouse is found dead, hanged in his dressing room. Gervase Fen helps the police to investigate.
An entertaining historical mystery

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The Next Mrs Bennet: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Shana Granderson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where unfortunately for Thomas Bennet, owner of Longbourn he is compromised by Fanny Gardiner. But she dies giving birth to Jane. Very soon after Bennet meets and falls for Becca, daughter of a Duke. How will this affect Jane and any future children of the Bennets.
An entertaining story

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Under The Crown: A DC Oliver Cole Mystery ( Book 2 ) by Alan Fisher
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

2015. An Elvis impersonator is discovered dead in his hotel room. Expecting to be murdered he left evidence of his ex-boss's crimes. All DC Cole needs to do is decipher the clues while the rest of the team investigate the murder.
An enjoyable mystery

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Of Silver Linings And Glad Tidings...: A Pride And Prejudice Variation by S. Neha
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation which begins a year before canon when an unfortunate occurrence with one of their friends changes the dynamics of the Bennet family. Now it is a year later and the Netherfield party and Mr Collins have arrived. How will this impact on the Bennets.
A delightful story of all of the Bennet family, especially enjoyable as the story did involve all of the daughters and not just the usual Elizabeth and Darcy interactions.
An entertaining re-read, again.

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