Death Around the Bend: A Lady Hardcastle Mystery, Book 3
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (976 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B071R4XFDX |
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| Number of Pages | : | 488 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-10-16 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
But when one of the drivers dies in a crash during the very first race, they discover that what seemed like an uncharacteristic error in judgement may have a more sinister explanation Closer investigation reveals that the driver's car was sabotaged - and the driver murdered. The local constabulary are quick to dismiss the case, but Flo and Lady Hardcastle are determined to find out just who has committed this dastardly act, and why. As the pair begin to make enquiries of Lord Riddlethorpe's servants and guests, it seems that, below stairs and above, there is more to this case than meets the eye. When Lady Hardcastle and her maid, Florence, are invited to Lord Riddlethorpe's country estate for a week of motor racing and parties, they both agree it sounds like a perfectly charming holiday. And, even in the quiet of the countryside, death is always just around the bend.
Ready for more! I really enjoyed the 3 books in "A Lady Hardcastle Mystery" series. I loved the language (so English!), I have spent many years away from England and was delighted to read words and expressions that I had not heard for years. I even enjoyed the mention of a midnight feast - having been at boarding school myself, and having experienced the ex. Lauri T said It wasn't the butler!. Murder she wrote meets Sherlock Holmes. Lady Hardcastle has a knack for figuring out the impossible. While Flo has a knack for keeping her safe and on track. Together they are a force to be reckoned with. T.E. Kinsey has crafted a complex set of characters that have multiple layers and woven them into a story with countless twists and turns.. Ok read Charlee I won this book as part of a Goodreads First Reads giveaway.It's the year 1909 and Lady Hardcastle and her maid, Florence, have been invited to Lord Riddlethorp's estate for some motor racing and socializing. When one of the other guests dies during the first race, they initially think it's just a terrible accident. Closer inspection shows t