Ode to a Dead Lord (A Theo Bryght, Runner Mystery Book 1)

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I was plunged straight into the story and held there throughout. I loved the heroine and, when he turned up, the detective. True to the period, the background settings were well done and involving. There were twists and turns along the way, and a satisfying ending when my suspicions proved to be well founded.

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The mystery draws the reader on right up to the denouement.

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Only two things kept this from being a 5 star book for me: The reader was privy to quite a lot of internal soliloquy, at the expense of dialogue and interaction. As a consequence, when romantic yearnings were expressed, for example, the sentiment felt unsupported by the actual interactions between the characters.

Still, the protagonists were appealing and likable and in a minor supporting role, Lord Lauferby was downright endearing from the moment of his first appearance under a table. I quite look forward to reading them. Jolie Beaumont has written a light, engaging and enjoyable mystery. I found this to be a very good Victorian era mystery novel.


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The characters are all true to the era in which they lived. Charlotte is a strong and intelligent woman but the author does not give her views held by modern women. Charlotte's Victorian attitude does not make her a weak woman.

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The story flows along very well but I was somewhat disappointed in the ending where the murderer was revealed. Or rather, reveals himself. It did seem a bit implausible.

Yet, if there is a sequel, I shall look forward to reading it. There are no dashing heros here. These characters seem more real, not some stereotype formula These characters struggle with a mix of emotions, make poor decisions, and are unsure of what they want, and who the villains are remains a mystery until the end. Did her husband commit suicide? Just what role does the mysterious "Runner" actually play? Why has Lord March never married? I enjoy a slightly more complex plot, and to find one in a Regency novel is a big plus. See all 11 reviews.

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