Murder in the Night Final by Peter Bartram
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Can Crampton, crime reporter, finally close the case and publish. An enjoyable modern mystery.

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Murder in the Afternoon Extra by Peter Bartram
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The investigation continues as Colin Crampton chases another clue and heads for the States. He must be doing something right as someone is trying to kill him.
An enjoyable mystery

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GUILT ON THE LILY an utterly gripping crime mystery thriller full of twists by Roger Ormerod
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Retired detective Patton finally receives a letter (4 months after posted) requesting his help from a Linda Court. On investigation he finds she is dead. He starts to ask questions.
An enjoyable modern mystery

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The Moon Rock by Arthur J. Rees
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Robert Turold is discovered dead, in a locked room jn Flint House with no access from the window. But why, how and by whom. Visiting detective from Scotland Yard Barrant investigates.
An entertining historical mystery

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Sherlock Holmes and the Houdini Birthright by Val Andrews
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

1922. Houdini persuades Holmes to investigate a medium to stop the Doyles being deceived. Years later after Houdini's death his wife wants Holmes to prove he was murdered. But what will Holmes discover.
An enjoyable Holmes mystery

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The Football Pool Murders by Gerald Verner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The three winners of the week's penny points pool have disappeared. Then one is returned home, strangled. But why and by whom. Superintendent Budd investigates.
An entertaining historical mystery
Originally published in 1939

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Creepy Crawly by Andrew Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

DI Jake Sawyer has returned home to the Peak Distict, fhis irst unofficial case is that of a teenager buried alive but foud ded. Then a newly married female is discovered with thesame m.o. but what is the connection. Is there even one.
An entertaining modern mystery

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A PERILOUS PREMIERE: by Gail Meath
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

George Ramsey husband to Vivian Stone is shot dead and on 30th April 1938 is the day she believes, that the police, on information received from her, catch the killer. Then she gets a call which sends her to the Beverly Hills Hotel and the discovery of a body. But why is playboy Preston Stone there as well. Is it possible for them to trust each other and work together to find the killer before they strike again.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its likeable and interesting main characters. A good start to this new series.
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Christmas in Kent: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Meg Osborne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Mr Bennet decides to accept Mr Collins invitation of Christmas at the parsonage. But who will be visiting Rosings and what will be the consequences
An enjoyable story

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A Vow of Poverty by Veronica Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sister Joan has been given the task of clearing out the store room of the belongings of the Tarquin family which is mainly rubbish to be thrown. But how does this lead to several deaths.
An entertaining modern mystery

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A Vow of Fidelity by Veronica Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The photograph of art students from 20 years ago is sent to the participants including Sister Joan to remind them of an agreed meeting. But who sent the photographs, is it coincidence that several are dead. The remainers decide to book a retreat at Sister Joan's convent.
An enjoable cozy mystery

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A Body Under the Bridge by P.F. Ford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Llangwelli. Concerned fellow chess player reports that Garath Jenkins has gone missing, then a body is discovered dead longer than presumed sightings. Does his family have secrets to be uncovered. DS Norman and his team investigate.
An entaining modern mystery

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RINGS OF TAUTEE: 078 by Dean Wesley; Rusch Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Tautee solar system which is not part of the Federation is disintegrating and has sent out a distress message. But whom is destroying the system. The Enterprise is first to arrive, followed by the Klingons.
An entertaining re-read

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For the Deepest Love by Mary Anne Mushatt
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Georgiana Darcy's failed elopement with Wickham is public knowledge and the Darcys are now on the fringes of society. Then Darcy meets the oh so perfect Elizabeth Bennet, they marry and the plots start.
Overall an entertaining read, but Elizabeth Bennet is too much of a Mary Sue character for me and Darcy overly solicitous. Though an enjoyable re-read.

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Darcy's Happy Compromise: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation by Zoe Burton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Elizabeth is accidently compromised, when fleeing from overhearing a conversation at Lucas Lodge, by Darcy. Resulting in putting her life in danger. But it is not Jane that supports Elizabeth but Mary. Can both these Bennet daughters have a happy ending.
An entertaining variation. Another re-read.

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Surviving Thomas Bennet: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Shana Granderson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride & Prejudice variation, James Bennet Junior, the master of Longbourn, and his wife Priscilla have a son, Jamie, and three daughters Jane, Elizabeth, and Mary. The second son Thomas becomes envious even though he has his own legacy of thirty thousand pounds. But tragedy strikes the family and Thomas Bennet arrives at Longbourn. How will this affect the future of not just the Bennet daughters.
An entertaining variation and one in which I liked the pairings. Though would have liked more about Mary's romance.
An enjoyable re-read, again

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Breaker of Bones by David Penny
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1483. Thomas Berrington, surgeon, is summoned to Qurtuba to cure the damaged leg of 5 year old Prince Juan. While there the Bonebreaker as he has been called kills another victim. Berrington is requested by Queen Isabel to investigate.
An entertaining historical mystery

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A Vow of Devotion by Veronica Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Being short of postulates the Order of Daughter of Compassion are happy to receive two visitors to their convent. But then incidents happen.
An enjoyable modern cozy mystery

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To Catch a Lie by John Dean
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A body is discovered on the Langdon Estate of Sebastian de la Roche. A mixture of angling rights, wildlife protection and pollution of rivers involves several activists groups. DCI Jack Harris and his team investigate with the help of other police forces.
An enjoyable modern mystery. Another good addition to this entertaining series.

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THE GIRL IN THE MEADOW by John Dean
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Meadowsweet House has been vacant for thirty years. Then a Wildlife Trust buy it, and during renovations a skeleton is discovered under the floorboards. DCI Jack Harris and his team investigate. (Still can't take to the character of Butterfield)
An entertining modern mystery

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There was a Crooked Man by Jason Vail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1365 Ludlow. Inn owner Red John Griffin has been discovered dead. Information comes to Coroner and deputy sheriff Stephen Attebrook that William Griffin, Lord of Fox Hall Manor, and older brother to John has also been murdered by a gang. Attebrook is ordered to find this gang that has terrorized the region.
An entertaining historical mystery with its likeable characters

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Murder of a Lady by Anthony Wynne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Duchlan Castle. Sister to the Laird Mary Gregor is found dead, windows and door locked. Inspector Dundas starts the investigation and when that comes to a halt asks the help of amateur detective Dr Eustace Hailey. What secrets will be revealed. But there will be another death.
An entertaining historical mystery
Originally published in 1931

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The Silver Horseshoe by Gerald Verner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Silver Horseshoe a protection racket extorting money from various people. But why and who is behind it. Superintendent Budd with help investigates.
An enjoyable mystery
Originally published in 1938

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It Never Rains by Tony Bassett
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

While robbing the home of a footballer, the gang abduct his 16 year old stepson and kill the bodyguard. But who is helping the kidnappers. Detective Roscoe and his team investigate.
An enjoyable modern mystery

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A Thief's Blood: A totally gripping historical crime thriller by Douglas Skelton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1718 London. Jonas Flynt is ordered by Colonel Nathaniel Charters leader of The Company of Rogues, to find a spy called Lombre, determined his mission and then kill him. Meanwhile the gang leader, The Admiral, informs Flynt of the murder of the honest Berthon family and wants the murderer found. The family also interest Jonathan Wild, Thiefmaster General. Can Flynt find the killer and survive before he kills again.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its cast of interesting characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
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The Chidham Creek Murders by Pauline Rowson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Juliette Croft, 70, singer and celebrant is found dead in her flat. The death looks arranged but why would any do so. DI Andy Horton and his team investigate but it soon the case becomes more complicated plus there are more deaths.
An entertaining modern mystery

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Twilight's End by Jerry Oltion
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Planet Rimillia, one that does not rotate, and now resources have diminished beyond replacement. The aim of the ruling government is to kick-start the rotation and the Enterprise is sent to rescue the scientist in charge who has been kidnapped.
An entertaining re-read

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Sherlock Holmes and the Egyptian Hall Adventure by Val Andrews
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

1898 What starts out as an investigation by Holmes and Watson into a robbery, of a valuable ring during the act of Cyril Randolph aka as Cyrano, turns into murder. Can Holmes solve the case.
An enjoyable mystery

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Death in the Village by Phillip Strang
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Compton village would seem to be home of a serial killer, or is there more than one murderer. What secrets are exposed. DCI Keith Tremayne and DS Clare Yarwood investigate. But how many will die before the end.
An entertaining modern mystery

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The Family Tree Mystery by Peter Bartram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

July 1967 Shirley Goldsmith has been contacted by her half-uncle Hobart Birtwhistle as he has important news to deliver, but a few days later he is found dead. Is there any connection to two murders in Melbourne, and soon one in Brighton.
An entertaining mystery

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LAST MAN ALIVE: a classic British murder mystery by John Dean
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A missing man from the remote Seaview Cottage, and a dead man in a tent near by. Is there a connection and if so what. DCI Jack Harris and his team investigate. But who can they trust.
An enjoyable modern mystery

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Lessons in Keeping a Dangerous Promise by Charlie Cochrane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spring 1923. Stewart and Coppersmith are approached by Thomas Harle as he made a promise during the war and has been unable to fulfil the quest. And so he needs their help. Events which he believes started in 1913 in Michelsham.
An entertaining historical story

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Sherlock Holmes and the Time Machine by C.J. Lutton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

June 1897. Holmes is appointed Protector of the Realm, to,protect the Royal Family during the Diamond Jubilee. But because of their time machine HG wells and Albert Einstein can offer proof that Homes and Watson will die in the next several days, where and how via photographs. Can this information prevent their deaths.
An enjoyable Holmes story

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Cursed to Die by Alex Wagner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

C2nd Vindobono. Luscinia, healer or witch, she has cured a horse but then a slave in the same household dies, but how. Is there a murderer in the area. But Thaner needs her help as Alma is tormented by nightmares and seems to be dying.
An entertaining historical mystery. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.

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Death at Silent Pool: A 1920s Mystery by Benedict Brown
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1928 August Patience Hindmarsh has gone missing but it is not until 22 days later that her husband M.P. Abraham Hindmarsh allows the police with Lord Edgington to investigate. But how many more people have to die before they capture the murderer.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its likeable characters.

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Just to Hear 'I Love You': An Alternate Tale of Jane Austen's 'Pride & Prejudice' by Sarah Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A re-read of this Pride and Prejudice variation whereby Elizabeth and Mary as the only two survivors of the Bennet family are taken in by their Gardiner relations. In an earlier tragedy Mary has been left deaf.
On a holiday with the Gardiners at Ramsgate they met Miss Darcy, but Wickham is also there. Can she be saved and how will the meeting of Darcy and Elizabeth fare. Soon they are introduced to the Fitzwilliam family. Will both Bennet ladies have their happy ending.And what of Bingley.
This is more the story of Mary and Colonel Fitzwilliam, which is why it is a favourite of mine.
An enjoyable and well-written variation with its delightful characters.

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Lizzy Fitzwilliam, A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Melanie Schertz
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Lizzy Fitzwilliam, granddaughter of the current Earl of Matlock, is crippled in an accident that kills her sister Jane, and her parents. Consequently she spends her time at Pemberley with her relations, the Darcys.
Some of the characters are OOC but it was an enjoyable story just a pity that there was not more of the Bennet family

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Lessons in Solving the Wrong Problem by Charlie Cochrane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

February 1912. Stewart and Coppersmith are asked by Lord Henry Byrd to try and locate a missing treasure trove. But is that what he really wants them to investigate, or the death of his father Michael or his young brother Edward.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Mary Bennet and Love's Misfortune: Mary of Longbourn #6 by Carrie Mollenkopf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice continued sequel, where the body of Mary Bennet Sutton's godfather magistrate Sir Philip Evans is discovered in his home. Newly arrived Constable Andrew Campion investigates with the help of the Suttons.
An entertaining Mary Bennet story

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Once We Won Matches by Charlie Cochrane
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

1912 At a cricket match important papers have gone missing from the players dressing room. Can Stewart and Coppersmith find them before the end of day.
Enjoyable short story
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Kill Shot by John Dean
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

While watching a nest of Hen Harriers Geoff Morden is killed by a gunman. Was he the target or the birds. DCI Jack Harris and his team investigate but it soon becomes a complex case.
An entertaining modern mystery

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Eleven That Went Up to Heaven by Anthea Fraser
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Richard Vine owner of the Grange conference centre hosted a social event for 20 Richard Vines and their partners but by the end of the evening many were dead, killed in a minibus crash.
DCI David Webb and his team investigate .
An entertaining modern mystery

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A Grave in the Grove by Carol Amorosi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dun Cael, Bohemia 245 B.C. A man, a hunter is killed and his body buried but it is not until 225 B.C. after a storm that his remains are found. What secrets will be revealed.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery

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Lessons in Following a Poisonous Trail by Charlie Cochrane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

October 1911 Dr Stewart is injured during a rugby match. But has one of the opposition been poisoned. What of other 'pranks'.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Sherlock Holmes and the Nefarious Seafarers by C.J. Lutton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1897. Mrs Maria Morel requires the services of Holmes to find her missing naval lieutenant husband. But their investigation leads to uncovering a plot against Queen Victoria.
An entertaining Holmes mystery

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Mission to Meryton: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Laraba Kendig
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation, with Colonel Fitzwilliam injured in body and soul Darcy feels that he must do something to aid the British in the war against the French. So he is sent to Meryton to learn about the inhabitants as suspicions have been raised.
A delightful and entertaining well-written story with its interesting characters.
Which is thankfully not just a romance tale but would have loved to have the Colonel more in the story and so a lot more about my favourite couple. An enjoyable re-read. Again.

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The Ten Commandments by Anthea Fraser
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The body of a male has been discovered in a pub car park, the m.o. is similar to an unsolved murder from six years ago. Is it the same killer. Crime writer Frederick Mace has taken an interest in the case because of his latest w.i.p.. D I David Webb and his team investigate
An entertaining mystery
Originally published in 1997

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The World Cup Mystery by Peter Bartram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

July 1966 Crampton's proposal to Shirley while in Sicily is interrupted resulting in them taking Rosina back to England away from her husband Brando Cavaletto for a while. But Rosina's father in Crawley has been killed and his World Cup Final ticket stolen. Time for Crampton to investigate and get his story.
An enjoyable story

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Star Trek - the Captain's Daughter by Peter David
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Enterprise captain Jojn Harriman and his crew response to a distress call from Askalon Five. Unfortunately Demora Sulu is killed as she attacked her commanding officer. Captain Hikaru Sulu of the Excelsior investigates
An entertaining re-read

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The Last Chance by Adele Clee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1831 Aaron Chance is the owner of Fortune's Den and hated heir to the Earl of Berridge. Late one night, Miss Joanne Lovelace owner of the ladies' club The Burnished Jade, on discovering the body of Lord Howard in her club runs to Chance for help. Unfortunately both have a motive for his death, but can they find the culprit before they are arrested and quietly hanged.
An entertaining and well-written historical romance and mystery with its cast of likeable characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series which does have mature content.
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