The Brampton Witch Murders by Ellis Blackwood
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

1666 Maid servant Abigail Harcourt, and protégé Jacob Standish are sent by Pepys to Brampton to save his sister Paulina from the threat of being called a witch.
An enjoyable historical mystery

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The Head In The Ice: A Bowman Of The Yard Investigation by Richard James
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A head of a young woman is found in the ice of the Thames. Newly released from an asylum D.I. George Bowman and his team investigate. Then another body is found.
An entertaining historical mystery. A good start to this series

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Death of a Long-Lost Son by P.F. Ford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A skeleton of a young boy is discovered in a ditch, probably dying between 10 and 15 years ago. But then another skeleton is found the same ditch. DI Slater and his team investigate.
An enjoyable modern mystery though they did seem a bit slow on the uptake

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The Price of Pemberley: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Featuring a Marriage of Convenience Between Elizabeth And Darcy by Katherine Horne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where Darcy must marry before reaching 30. But he has rejected dozens of suitable ladies. At 26 and with unmanageable Longbourn debts, with her three sisters unmarried, Elizabeth Bennet offers herself.
An entertaining and well-written story

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Corpse Path Cottage by Margaret Scutt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Writer Mark Endicott moved to the village of God's Blessing expecting peace and quiet. Unfortunately for him that does not happen and soon there is a murdet.
An entertaining modern mystery

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The Seventh Proposal: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Cathleen Earle
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where Elizabeth is constantly overly cheerful and Darcy much too romantic. Very little angst. Rushed through to see when the Colonel would met Mary. That romance was very disappointing written - just one sentence
Overall an enjoyable story

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Lovely Digits: A Clun Mystery Book 1 by Jeanine Englert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Clun, Shropshire 1849. The new constable, John Brodie, has the death of two females to investigate. He employes the lying-in female, Lucy Wycliffe, to help. But what secret does he hid.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Death of a Pensioner by P.F. Ford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

According to the police 62 year old Joe Dalgetty has died a natural death but neighbour Rosie Hewitt doesn't believe it and asks ex-police Norman and Salter to investigate. But it is more complicated than first thought
An enjoyable modern mystery

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Cargo of Eagles by Margery Allingham
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The strange happenings in the Salty village attracts a group of people which include Campion.
An enjoyable mystery

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The Good Sister: A Pride and Prejudice Vagary by Christine Combe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and prejudice variation he youngest Bingley sister, Elizabeth, has returned from four years living with her aunt and uncle, General Halsey, in Spain, to live again with her siblings much to the annoyance of Caroline. How will this affect the Bingleys and their guests and neighbours when they move to Netherfield.
(An entertaining variation would be to have an accompaniment to this story detailing the story of the other courtships)
An enjoyable story

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The Puzzle of the Silver Persian by Stuart Palmer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hildegarde Wilthers is travelling to London onboard the steamer American Diplomat when the first death occurs. The third happens in London.
An enjoyable historical mysery

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The Mind Readers by Margery Allingham
My rating: 1 of 5 stars

The story just didn't interest me

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Chantecoq and Zapata by Arthur Bernède
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Paris 1920s. Zapata, Hindu, needs to find whom is the Head of the intelligence Service. To this end there has already been a murder of an agent. Now explorer Jacques de Villers life has been threatened. On his death Chantecoq investigates
An enjoyable historical mystery

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Spoken into Existence by Rosemary
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this Pride & Prejudice short story what ever Mrs. Bennet foretells will come true. No matter how outrageous or that she is laughed at by the Meryton ladies.
An entertaining re-read.

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The China Governess by Margery Allingham
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A baby adopted during the war became Timothy Kinnit. When he becomes engaged to the only child of a wealthy man. His real identity becomes into question.
Not one of the better ones

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Love Lies Bleeding by Edmund Crispin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gervase Fen has been invited to the speech day at Castrevenford School, arriving the evening before only for the murder of twe masters to occur. Meanwhile at the girls school a pupil has run away or is it more sinister. Superintendent Stagge investigates with the help of Fen.
An entertaining historical mystery

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A Murder at Kew Gardens: A Victorian Historical Mystery by Magda Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

July 1889 Chief Inspector Dodson arrived at Rosehaven House to take in Cosmos, Earl of Rosehaven, older brother to Rosalynd, as a body has been found in Kew Gardens, with his pistol nearby. Meanwhile Steele has been in charge of a covert investigation. But soon the two become one investigation.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its cast of likeable and interesting characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
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Hide My Eyes by Margery Allingham
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1950s. Is Superintendent Luke right when he believes he can connect seemingly unrelated incidents with a result that there is a series killer about.
An enjoyable historical mystery

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The Numbers Game by John Stanley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Leyton. A row of houses have been marked for demolition in Alma Street, then the first body is discovered. DCI Danny Radford and his team investigate.
An entertaining modern mystery

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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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Crossed Skis by E.C.R. Lorac
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1st January 1951. Sixteen people, some known to each other or related, embark on a skiing holiday to Lech in Austria. But one may be a murderer. Chief Inspector Rivers and his team investigate.
An enjoyable mystery

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Murder in Vienna by E.C.R. Lorac
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Superintendent MacDonald travelling to Vienna for a holiday. On arrival twomof the passengers are involved in an accident. MacDonald is asked to investigate alongside the Vienna police.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Mary and Goliath: A Pride And Prejudice Modern Variation Featuring Mary and Elizabeth Bennet by Katherine Horne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A modern Pride and Prejudice variation. Will Mary's social anxiety ruin her possible happiness, while her room-mate, social unacceptable Lizzy is hopelessly in love with a wealthy Darcy.
An entertaining variation which did make me laugh with its two wonderful characters.

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Mr. Darcy & The Lady With The Fine Eyes: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Glenna Mason
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Darcy sees Elizabeth for the first time at Lambton with the Gardiners and falls in love/lust straightaway. It doesn’t take long before Elizabeth feels the same. Then Lydia decides to elope with Wickham. Can any one have a happy ending.
Too much of the giggling of Elizabeth, Catherine and Georgiana, and not enough about Mary. Very little angst but still an entertaining story. A re-read.

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The Cleansing Flames by R.N. Morris
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1892 April. It seems all to begin with the melt of the Winter Canal and the discovery of a body. But revolution is in the air and how will Magistrate Pavel Virginsky react.
An entertaining historical mystery

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The Incredible Crime by Lois Austen-Leigh
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Prudence Pinsent, daughter of the Master of Prince's College, Cambridge is asked by coastguard and old friend Captain Studde to watch out for smugglers when she visits her cousin Lord Wellende at his estate.
An enjoyable mystery

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Proof of Violence: A Spencer & Reid Mystery by Cara Devlin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

D.I. Jasper Reid arrived home to find evidence that his housekeeper Mrs. Zhao had been abducted, but why and by whom. Can it relate to her past and a secret she holds. Meanwhile Leo becomes involved in Inspector Lewis's investigation into the death of a young boy.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its cast of likeable and interesting characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series
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Died in the Wool by Ngaio Marsh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1942 New Zealand. Three weeks after she disappeared Flossie Rubrick's body is discovered in a bale of wool. Inspector Alleyn is asked to determine what happened.
An enjoyable historical mystery

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The Puzzle of the Pepper Tree by Stuart Palmer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hildegarde Withers is on holiday on Catalina Island. When the local plane service lands one of the nine passengers is dead. The local police and doctor proclaim a natural death, but not Miss Withers, until the corpse disappears. She has contacted detective Oscar Piper and awaits his arrival.
An entertaining historical mystery.
(First published in 1933)

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The Case of Bingley's Missing Aphrodite by Emma Aubrey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice sequel where 18 months have passed since the Bingley party left Netherfield, and with the Bennet parents dead the daughters are now mostly living in London with their cousin William Bennet. He has become an investigator, and is currently involved with Bow Street with a murder, and employed by Bingley to recover a stolen item. Darcy also becomes involved with the investigation.
An entertaining and well-written historical cozy mystery with its cast of likeable and known characters. A good start to this new series.
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Pinehurst by John Rhode
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mr Coningsworth of Pinehurst has been run over and died, by drunk drive Thomas Awdrey. So drunk he was unaware of the accident. But is all as it seems as Dr Priestley helps the police in their investigation.
An entertaining historical mystery

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The Beckoning Lady by Margery Allingham
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

The Campion family is visiting Pontisbright village for the summer when a death occurs, but why and by whom.
No one of the best stories

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Mr. Bennet's Death by Elaine Burkett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation, Darcy and the colonel are visiting Rosings when Darcy learns that Bennet has died. How will his behaviour and feelings towards Elizabeth change. Would have been more enjoyable to have more of the stories of the other Bennet ladies. It took too long for both Elizabeth and Darcy to consider Jane and Bingley feelings - both to self centred and selfish.
An entertaining variation.

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Storm Clouds of Love by Melanie Schertz
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where after being given the letter at Rosings Elizabeth (so perfect) is caught and hurt in a day long storm. Only to decide she was wrong about Darcy. Soon more of the Bennets arrive to stay at Rosings. Will there be happy endings for everyone.
Another enjoyable re-read.
Although there was quite a bit of repetition of events/conversations and the overly sweet not balanced by the wickedness of others.
Four stars only because of the Mary pairing

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Her Grace Revisited: A Pride & Prejudice Vagary by Shana Granderson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where a kind and worthy man, the Duke of Hertfordshire becomes intrigued by a young and clever (just too much) Elizabeth. Who with Mary were unwanted by their parents and so were raised by the Gardiners. How will this affect the fortunes of all the Bennets, their relations and friends.
An entertaining story

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Death Down the Aisle by Colleen Cambridge
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dr. John Bhatt is getting married at the family home of his fiancée, Emily Hartparker, at Coatesworth Manor. Due to their friendship Phyllida Bright has been invited. She decides to take charge, as she believes is her right, when the murder occurs of one of the guests.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its cast of likeable and interesting characters. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
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The Paris Library Murders: A 1930s Mystery by Benedict Brown
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lord Edgington and Christopher with their entourage have arrived in Paris. Home to rival ex-detective Xavier Duroc. But soon there is a death. One of Christopher's new friends.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Fragile Reputation: A Pride & Prejudice Continuation by Katelyn Rae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice sequel where Mary Bennet has been living at Pemberley this past year. Colonel Fitzwilliam is back from the war after unexpectedly inheriting an estate. He and others arrive at Pemberley for a house party. Is it time that Mary found her happy ending.
An entertaining and well-written story.

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Chantecoq and the Aviator's Crime by Arthur Bernède
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Flying ace Jacques Moret is accused of attacking a young female by his victim. This is after he, and all her family received poisoned pen letters.
The method didn't really seem plausible

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Death on the Pier by Pauline Rowson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1951, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. Inspector Alun Ryga is sent undercover to investigate the case of the disappearing body discovered by Commander Clive Cottinglea as the local police have dismissed it.
But then a body is discovered dead. Contrary to local police opinion Ryga is convinced it murder.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its likeable and interesting main character. Another good addition to this enjoyable series.
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The Oxford Detective Society by Faith Martin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Biographer Lyssa Moore is contracted to write the story of 'wild child' Amelia 'Monty' Montrose who died in 1966. She financed a pop group, but did she also write the lyrics. Is there more that went on at the time.
An entertaining modern mystery

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The Tiger in the Smoke by Margery Allingham
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Widow Meg Elginbrodde (25) is set to marry Geoffrey Levett but receives a recent photographs of her husband. Who thought he was killed in the War. Is he still alive. She approaches Campion to find out.
An enjoyable mystery

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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.
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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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Leaving Longbourn: A Compilation of Five Short Stories by E.A. Batten
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

1 - Finding Elizabeth
In this P&P variation, the Bennets are so desperate for an heir that they arrange a kidnapping of a gentleman's son. Unfortunately this turns out to be Elizabeth Darcy, cousin to the Darcys of Pemberley. Then Darcy visits Netherfield.
I admit that I didn't care for Mary Bennet's future pairing and so lost some interest in the story, and I would have liked to have read about the later events at Longbourn which I think would have been more interesting.
A well-written story
2 -Her Grandmother’s Wisdom
In this P&P variation, Darcy's and Elizabeth's happy ending is aided by their first meeting in Lambton four years earlier. And so the Meryton assembly becomes an enjoyable evening for them.
An entertaining short story
3 - Miss Bennet’s Adventure
In this P&P sequel Mary Bennet is invited to spend as long as she wishes at Pemberley. An invitation she is very eager to take. Soon an injured Colonel Fitzwilliam joins them but he has a secret mission to complete. Will they both get their happy ending.
A very enjoyable well-written story about my favourite JAFF couple.
4 - Hurst Knows All
A short Pride and Prejudice variation where Hurst proves he is more than a gentleman who spends his time drinking and eating. Helping Darcy to an early HEA.
A nicely written enjoyable story
5 - Storms over Hunsford.
Elizabeth while reading Darcy's letter is caught in a thunderstorm. Unfortunately she has been afraid of them since childhood. The colonel and Darcy go looking for her. Does this action change their future.
A well-written story
Overall entertaining and well-written stories, though this re-read I just read my two favourite stories again

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