I was sent this book as an ARC and just finished it. (Yes, after the publication date. 😞) I really liked it.
About: "England. 1923. After a year away at finishing school where she learned etiquette, deportment, and the difference between a salad fork and a fish one, Kitty Worthington is eager to return home. But minutes after she and her brother Ned board the "Golden Arrow," the unthinkable happens. A woman with a mysterious connection to her brother is poisoned, and the murderer can only be someone aboard the train.
When Scotland Yard hones in on Ned as the main suspect, Kitty sets out to investigate. Not an easy thing to do while juggling the demands of her debut season and a mother intent on finding a suitable, aristocratic husband for her.
With the aid of her maid, two noble beaus, and a flatulent Basset Hound named Sir Winston, Kitty treads a fearless path through the glamorous world of high society and London’s dark underbelly alike to find the murderer. For if she fails, the insufferable Inspector Crawford will most surely hang a noose around her brother’s neck.
A frolicking historical cozy mystery filled with dodgy suspects, a dastardly villain, and an intrepid heroine sure to win your heart, Murder on the Golden Arrow is the first book in The Kitty Worthington Mysteries. For lovers of Agatha Christie and Downton Abbey alike."
I would add for lovers of Scarlett and the Duke which was on PBS earlier this year.
I thought it was very well written, grabbing my interest right away. The author does a great job of taking us through the solving of the mystery, sharing bits and pieces as it all escalates towards the end. Besides a great story, I like the historical aspects; describing Kitty going to finishing school, what is now expected of her, being presented to society, obtaining the right wardrobe, who may be an appropriate husband (after all that is what finishing school is for isn't it?), the dinners, the parties...I have always been interested in that time period, reading what life was like. This is a good look into London high society in 1923.
The second book in the series, Murder at Westminster, is coming out June 3, 2022. I was ready to read it. Will have to wait.
About the author:
"Magda Alexander is the USA Today bestselling author of several books, including the popular STORM DAMAGES series. She's equally at home writing historical mysteries and sexy contemporary romances. When she's not glued to her laptop writing her next book, Magda loves to bake and try out new recipes in her Instant Pot. A lifelong learner, Magda earned her degree from the University of Maryland and now resides in a Maryland city whose history dates back to colonial times."
Visit Magda Alexander website at: https://www.magdaalexander.com/
Oh, this one sounds fun! And I did like Scarlett and the Duke a lot. Will put this on my list for sure!
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