The House on Tollard Ridge: A Dr Priestley Detective Novel by John Rhode
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Samuel Barton of Tollard Ridge is found murdered in his home. Superintendent King Investigates and quickly surmises the guilty party. Is he right. Dr Priestley wonders.
An enjoyabe historical mystery
Originally published in 1929

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The Penguin Pool Murder by Stuart Palmer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1929. Hildegarde Withers while overseeing a school trip at the New York Aquarium discovers the body of stockbroker Gerald Lester in the Penguin pool. Inspector Oscar Piper Investigates with her help.
An entertaining historical mystery
Originally published in 1931

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His London Shame by Jessie Michaels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The first of a Pride and Prejudice trilogy. After meeting Jane Bennet at the Bingleys (minus Charles Bingley) Darcy realises he has wronged Jane, but how can he atone for his past actions and change Elizabeth's view of him. Soon Elizabeth joins the Gardiner household.
An enjoyable and well-written variation.
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The Player in the Game: Book 3 The Alexander Wolfe Series by Karen Baugh Menuhin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

London, February 1925 Conrad Penhaligon, professional gambler, needs the helpof Wolfe. A debt has been called in. He is concerned that murder might occur. Seven people have been invited to a roulette game hosted by an actor. But before then the murders start.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery

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Sherlock Holmes and the Aeronauts by Linda Stratmann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1879. Holmes and Stamford are called in to investigate when mathematics tutor,Aubrey Soames, is killed. Were both accidents or attempted and completed murder.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Latter End by Patricia Wentworth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Latter End Manor. Having failed with one Latter, Lois Doubleday (37) married the wealthy Jimmy Latter (51). But she becomes convinced that someone is poisoning her. Unfortunately she is disliked among the household. Then she is killed. The police and Miss Silver investigate. But who will solve the crime.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Universal Truth by A.R. Farina
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This Pride and Prejudice variation is set initially in 1989 Meryton, Connecticut. 17 year old Mary Bennet, is quiet, bookish, but also very intelligent and is close to her Father and Aunt Phillips rather than her overly dramatic mother. Will she be able to break away from the future her family expect of her. Can she accept her family are holding her back. Will she be stubborn enough to walk away.
An entertaining and well-written different variation which concentrates on Mary.
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Pilgrim's Rest by Patricia Wentworth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Pilgrim's Rest, occupied by the Pilgrims for generations and home to suspicious deaths. It seems that as soon as the owner wishes to sell, they die. Is it the curse. Miss Silver is asked by the current owner, Major Roger Pilgrim, to investigate as he believes someone is trying to kill him.
An enjoyable historical mystery

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Ladybird Ladybird: A Woodstock, Oxfordshire Cozy Mystery by A.G. Barnett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Woodstock, 1950. A workshop is set ablaze, ruled arson, but a female body is found inside that of a young widow. Inspector Wallace investigates but Nestor Croft decides to ask questions.
An enjoyable historical mystery

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Darcy's Happy Compromise: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation by Zoe Burton
My rating: 5 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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Colonel Fitzwilliam Takes Charge: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Shana Granderson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Colonel Fitzwilliam decides to take charge because of the behaviour of various people including the Bennets. How will this affect all their futures.
A delightful and entertaining well-written story with its cast of likeable and varied characters, and I loved all the pairings. Another re-read due to the lack of Colonel and Mary stories.

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The Basket Case by Tim Sullivan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A family picnic results in the discovery of a body in a tree. But how did the body land in the tree and from what.
An enjoyable short story

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The Augustus Bust by A.G. Barnett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1947 Major Ashwell owner of the convalescent home at Hartley St Martin, is found dead at the bottom of the stairs. Temporary vicar James Ines is not convinced it is an accident and starts to ask questions.
Enjoyable short story

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Death on the Norfolk Coast by Jim Kelly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Eight cars are diverted by an diversion and stopped by a fallen tree, through a snow storm. When the police arrive there is one dead man. Earlier a body had washed up,on the nearby beach, and later another body discovered in the sand. Is there a connection between these deaths. DI Peter Shaw and his team investigate.
An enjoyable modern mystery

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Elizabeth Bennet’s Oxford Rivalry: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Featuring A Regency College Enemies to Lovers Romance by Katherine Horne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where after a nationwide exam the top 30 intelligent ladies are offered a place at Oxford University. All due to a wager. How will Elizabeth and Mary, and the others cope with the entitled male students.
An entertaining and well-written delightful story

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Mary Bennet’s New Neighbors: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Featuring a Found Family Romance by Katherine Horne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice Sequel where Mary Bennet, 28, is the last unmarried daughter, and Mrs Bennet has died. Then Longbourn has a new neighbour, widower Richard Sigmund and his two young daughters. How does this affect Mary's structured lifestyle.
A delightful and well-written story.

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Sleep No More by Guy Hale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The story continues with Sir Morris Oxford in hospital from his stab wounds. What will Oliver Lawrence do now.
An entertaining mystery

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Wickham's Revenge by Rafedurk
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Elizabeth and darcy are walking in Rosings Park when they are confronted by Wickham holding a gun.
An enjoyable short story

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The Scattering Murders: Death stalks the remote Scottish island... by Keith Moray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Was the accidental death of a honest farmer, really one. Then there are reports of several missing people on the island. DI McKinnon and his team investigate.
An entertaining modern mystery

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The Butcher's Block by Lucienne Boyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1790s Parts of the body of Bow Street Runner George Kean is identified by Foster, obtained by grave robbers. He decides to discover what Kean was investigating to get himself kill.
An entertaining historical mystery

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The Return by William Shatner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In the time of the Next Generation there is an alliance between the Borg and Romulan Empire, but Kirk's body has been revived. Will Spock and McCoy be there to help.
An enjoyable re-read

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The Tiger and the Coronet by A.G. Barnett
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The coronet of George has gone missing from the safe in Trelawny House, home of Hugo Viscount Trelawny. Flo and Jessie are off to Wales to uncover the thief and locate the cornet. But then a death occurs
An enjoyable historical mystery

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The Society of Spirits by Marial Winters
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1872. Emma Crowhurst has a gift of seeing the dead which she has been forced to conceal. That is until she meets Viscount Ashbourne, and he forms a team to investigate a possible haunted house.
An entertaining historical paranormal mystery

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Village Fetes Can Be Murder by Ann Sutton
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

1928 Saffron Wealds Imogen and Ophelia have inherited their mother's home and decide to stay. They involve themselves in a murder when they discover a body. How is it related to past events.
An enjoyable cozy mystery
( British army - promoted from Brigadier to Colonel - really? )
Too many ducky and lovey

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Three Wishes: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Elaine Burkett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where Elizabeth rediscovers a lamp she had as a child. Now it seems she has been granted three wishes. How will this affect the future of the Bennets. Will Mary find her happy ending.
An entertaining Story

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Put Out The Light by Guy Hale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1972 The murder list of Oliver Lawrence has expanded, and after a time of nearly two months he kills again. But will he be able to finish.
An enjoyable story

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Anne de Bourgh Takes Charge : A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Shana Granderson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This Pride and Prejudice variation starts with Elizabeth visiting Charlotte Collins at Hunsford and befriending a physical ill, but mentally strong Anne de Bourgh. How will this effect Darcy, the Fitzwilliams and the Bennets.
An entertaining variation. A re-read

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Hidden Hearts: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Rose Fairbanks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Pride and Prejudice variation where the Gardiners and Elizabeth have visited Pemberley several times. But now it is 1811, and post Jane falling ill at Netherfield. Due to an unfortunate accident Darcy and Elizabeth are now betrothed, but they agree that they will keep secret that it is a pretend engagement until all her sisters are married. Will this be possible.
An entertaining and well-written variation, but I would have liked more about Mary and her first meeting with the Colonel, and Anne de Bourgh.
a re-read.

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Thinner Than Water by E.X. Ferrars
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Virginia and Felix are invited to be witnesses at the second marriage of friend Gavin Brownlow to Rosie Flint. But at the same time this occurs a murder happens.
An entertaining mystery

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I Met Murder by Elizabeth Ferrars
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Felix Freer has turned up again at his wife's home this time with a broken leg. But what does he know of the new female guest in the home of the Brightwells.
An enjoyable mystery

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The Celluloid Sentry by Anna Elliott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

June 1942 Crofter's Green is invaded by a film crew to produce a patriotic war film, with security provided by the Home Guard. Meanwhile Nigel is given the task to go undercover and infiltrate a fifth columnists group. But the Homefront Sleuths become suspicious of various film members, and investigate, but a murder occurs.
An entertaining and well-written historical mystery with its cast of likeable and interesting characters. Another good addition in this enjoyable series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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The Seeker by S.G. MacLean
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1654. Lt John Winter is found dead, with radical lawyer Ellingworth standing over his body clutching a knife. Damian Seeker, Intelligence Officer, is not convinced of his guilt. So he investigates that, and plots against Cromwell and his government.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Syncope and Sympathy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Jae George
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Elizabeth Bennet suffers from fainting spells which are ignored by her parents but not her sisters. When she faints in front of Darcy he takes action. How will this affect the future of all the Bennet sisters.
An entertaining story

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Valley of Death by Bill Kitson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

At a dig the first body is found, then another. Both killed nearly 20 years ago. While up at Stark Ghyll more bodies are found. Are they connected. DI Nash and his team investigate.
An entertaining modern mystery

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The Ashes of Eden by William Shatner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What does the future hold for 62 year old Kirk as old friends now have all different roles. But the possibility of a new adventure rises. Will he meet his friends again.
an entertaining story

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An Agreeable Compromise by Jann Rowland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this Pride and prejudice variation the Netherfield party have arrived, but with no Mrs Bennet or Lydia (both deceased) to lower the Bennets standing there is little angst but Caroline Bingley is determined to capture Darcy. But plans do not always work.
An enjoyable story

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Submitting to Change: Pride and Prejudice Variation- A Mary Bennett Story by C.P. Bridges
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice sequel, with three sisters married and Kitty mainly away from home, what is life at Longbourn for Mary. Can she come to terms with her life or does she want a change. Can her family help her. Can she have her happy ending.
A delightful story. Another re-read.
A pity it is not longer and they did not finish another story - Presuming to Know
(It does need proofreading)

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Mr. Bingley Takes Charge - The Take Charge Series: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Shana Granderson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation Charles Bingley takes the advice of his uncle and takes charge of his life including his spoilt sister Caroline. How will this affect the lives of his friends and that of the Bennets.
An entertaining variation.

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The Auction Lot Murders: A 1920's Murder Mystery by Jack Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1922 Marseille. Dying Countess Medvedeva sold pieces of furniture, then wrote her will, stating that the beneficiaries will receive her diamond necklace if they can locate it in the sold furniture. Astons family and friends become involved due to a murder.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Holy Disorders by Edmund Crispin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gervase Fen is on holiday in Tolnbridge when he requests the presence of Geoffrey Vintner. On his way Vintner is attacked several times but helped by Henry Fielding. On arrival it is found that cathedral organist Brooks has been murdered. But he is only the first.
An enjoyable historical mystery
Originally published in 1945

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A Bally Awkward Body: A hilarious 1920's mystery novella by AG Barnett
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Hugo Bingham has been jnvited to Feltham Hall by his friend Freddie Bleeker. Unfortunately for Freddie he found a body which then disappeared.
An enjoyable mystery

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Turnabout by Sydney Salier
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation the Bennet family has a wealthy relation who contributes to the daughters dowry, and as the owner of Netherfield Park she has put in various stipulations as far as any future occupants are concerned. Darcy arrive in time for the Meryton Assembly and his insult. How will these items affect everyones future.
An entertaining and well-written variation.

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Arc One: Courtship and Marriage by Eireanne Michaels
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A prequel to The Watsons. How did the Rev. Watson meet his wife and who was she.
An enjoyable story

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All Our Yesterdays by Guy Hale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1932. Where did the act of revenge for Oliver Lawrence begin. What did happen to his father, Richard Jenkins in the 1930s.
An enjoyable historical mystery

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The Adventure of the Dying Detective by Arthur Conan Doyle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sherlock Holmes is dying, it seems he has contracted a disease from the docks.
An enjoyable short story

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The Maypole Murders by Jack Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

April 1922. The Astons and family are visiting the village of Upper Outwell when the murdered body of an unknown man is discovered in the Vicarage. Chief Inspector Hook and the Astons investigate. But what of a murder several months earlier, and is there a connection to events from 40 years ago
An enjoyable historical mystery
Needs some proofreading

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Bloodie Bones by Lucienne Boyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1796 Bow Street Runner Dan Foster is sent to Barcombe, Somerset, to discover the identity of the poachers on the lords newly enclosed woods, and the murderer of gamekeeper Josh Castle.
An entertaining historical mystery. A good start to this new series.

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DEATH OF A GHOST by Margery Allingham
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

1930. At the annual exhibition of a John Lafcadio painting, a painter is murdered and then all his works disappear. But why and by whom. Then there is another death.
An enjoyable historical mystery
Originally published in 1934

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The Case of the Burgundy Vineyards: A 1930s Mystery by Benedict Brown
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lord Edgington and Christopher have arrived at the Burgundy district in France. Only to meet with a feud between vineyard owning families and a death.
An entertaining historical mystery

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Master of Longbourn by Sydney Salier
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this Pride and Prejudice variation the useless Mr Bennet gets his wish and goes back to university, meanwhile Mr Collins is the new lease owner of Longbourn. How will this affect the rest of the Bennet family and their futures.
An enjoyable and well-written variation with its likeable Collins.

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