In Milady's Chamber: A John Pickett mystery (John Pickett mysteries) (Volume 1)
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| Rating | : | 4.66 (890 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1483915735 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 290 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-10-29 |
| Language | : | English |
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Totally enjoyable Queenie I bought this as a kindle special and did not expect much. I was pleasantly surprised by how well-written and well-thought-out this book proved to be. I am a lover of historical mysteries and thought this one was engaging and diverting. I understand the inherent problem of having the romantic leads be from such totally different and exclusive worlds but if you can suspend disbelief on that point the rest of the book is terrific. I have gone on to read the next two and thought each book was better than the one before. I am surprised that these have not caught on with more people. I am reviewing this in hopes of encourag. "Aristocratic British Lady meets Lowly and Handsome Detective in Old London" according to Dolores B. Johnston. A story that takes place in London and surrounding areas when class division was the rule, with NO exceptions. The sexual tension between the lowly detective and the aristocratic lady is wonderful and keeps the reader on edge. A fun, suspenseful read. And you will want to read the next book when you close the last page of this novel!. Montana Mackay said Absorbing and Fun. This is the first of several books about a young Bow Street detective, John Pickett. I was excited to find these, since good Regency-era mysteries are uncommon. I was delighted to find that this book is well above average in writing and character development. Pickett is appointed to investigate the murder of Lord Fieldhurst, and in so doing, meets the lovely young (age "Absorbing and Fun" according to Montana Mackay. This is the first of several books about a young Bow Street detective, John Pickett. I was excited to find these, since good Regency-era mysteries are uncommon. I was delighted to find that this book is well above average in writing and character development. Pickett is appointed to investigate the murder of Lord Fieldhurst, and in so doing, meets the lovely young (age 2Absorbing and Fun Montana Mackay This is the first of several books about a young Bow Street detective, John Pickett. I was excited to find these, since good Regency-era mysteries are uncommon. I was delighted to find that this book is well above average in writing and character development. Pickett is appointed to investigate the murder of Lord Fieldhurst, and in so doing, meets the lovely young (age 24) widow. He becomes infatuated almost immediately, and has to steel himself to stay in professional mode and not submit to the yearnings of his heart (and body, I am sure). It will be interesting to see how Ms. South develops John Pickett in future boo. ) widow. He becomes infatuated almost immediately, and has to steel himself to stay in professional mode and not submit to the yearnings of his heart (and body, I am sure). It will be interesting to see how Ms. South develops John Pickett in future boo. Absorbing and Fun Montana Mackay This is the first of several books about a young Bow Street detective, John Pickett. I was excited to find these, since good Regency-era mysteries are uncommon. I was delighted to find that this book is well above average in writing and character development. Pickett is appointed to investigate the murder of Lord Fieldhurst, and in so doing, meets the lovely young (age 24) widow. He becomes infatuated almost immediately, and has to steel himself to stay in professional mode and not submit to the yearnings of his heart (and body, I am sure). It will be interesting to see how Ms. South develops John Pickett in future boo. ) widow. He becomes infatuated almost immediately, and has to steel himself to stay in professional mode and not submit to the yearnings of his heart (and body, I am sure). It will be interesting to see how Ms. South develops John Pickett in future boo
Bow Street Runner John Pickett, twenty-four years old and new to the Bow Street force, has spent most of his brief career chasing petty thieves and pickpockets. Nothing in his experience has prepared him for low dealings in high society--or for the beautiful young widow who is the chief suspect. Fate takes a hand when she and her would-be lover enter her bedchamber to find Lord Fieldhurst lying on the floor--with her nail scissors protruding from his neck. Trade paperback edition of the original 2006 Five Star hardcover publication.. Estranged from her husband through her failure to produce an heir, Lady Fieldhurst resolves to repay his neglect by taking a lover
South hits it out of the park." --All About Romance"Delicious! I anticipate John Pickett's career going from strength to strength." --Carola Dunn, author of the Daisy Dalrymple mysteries"Set in London at the turn of the 19th century, this charming and lively historical cozy is the author's first venture into the mystery genre, and she has created a definite winner. "A lively historical romp." --Library Journal"The supporting cast augments a fabulous historical mystery." --The Best Reviews"As a first time mystery writerMs. Pickett is a clever and amusing fella who well warrants a follow-up series." --I Love a Mystery
A native and longtime resident of Alabama, she recently moved to Loveland, Colorado with her husband.. in English and won the William R. Harvey Award for excellence in the study of English literature. Her other works include the critically acclaimed Regency romance The Weaver Takes a Wife, the award-winning Miss Darby's Duenna, and five teen romanc