The Mummy of Mayfair By Jeri Westerson: Review/Giveaway
The Mummy of Mayfair is book two in Jeri Westerson’s Irregular Detective mystery series, and fans of historical mysteries should be delighted with this latest entry.
The Mummy of Mayfair is book two in Jeri Westerson’s Irregular Detective mystery series, and fans of historical mysteries should be delighted with this latest entry.
As the summer heats up, there's nothing quite like curling up with a mystery to transport you to quaint villages, charming bookshops, and culinary delights––each with a twist of intrigue. July brings a fresh crop of mysteries, perfect for lazy afternoons or beachside reading. From amateur sleuths solving crimes in idyllic settings to culinary adventures that stir up more than just batter, here are some cozy and historical mysteries to look out for this month. Get ready to dive into these captivating tales that promise to keep you guessing until the very last page.
I have been a big fan of Jeri Westerson’s writing ever since I picked up my first Crispin Guest book many years ago, and she has never disappointed me. She always tells a great story with complex and interesting characters and goes all out with her research for her historical mysteries.
The chilly days of February have arrived, ushering in the perfect excuse to indulge in the warmth of Cozy Mysteries. Curl up with a blanket, sip on your favorite hot beverage, and embark on a journey through captivating plots and charming characters. Let these mysteries be your companions in the snug comfort of winter, where each page turns into a delightful escape from the cold outside.
It’s 1895, London, and Timothy Badger, once a Baker Street Irregular, and his good friend, Benjamin Watson, have opened their own consulting detective agency following on the same path as Tim’s mentor … Sherlock Holmes. The duo currently lack clientele and do not have the most business-like accommodations to instill potential clients with confidence in their abilities, but what they lack in funds, they gain in street smarts and determination.
You’ve dieted since Christmas to get that beach bod, so now it’s time to laze around, munch on cookies and clams, and dive into a fun mystery. Bring on the sunscreen!
Entertainment in the sixteenth century, by our modern standards, was primitive: no moving pictures streaming, recorded music to take on the road, or thousands of books in your tiny hand-held device. No, none of that, it was a “fool” in colorful garb telling quips and storytelling, doing athletic stunts and magic tricks, or performing musical interludes and dramatic interpretations.
Finally getting time to relax after all the holiday bustle? Use your gift cards to buy books. Here’s a few suggestions.
Another year has ended and once again we take a look back at just a few of the many books that were reviewed in KRL and KRL News and Reviews in 2021. While 2021 was another difficult year, a lot of wonderful books came out! All but one of our main reviewers share in this post their top 5-10ish favorite books they reviewed in 2021. Katherine Costa wanted to include favorite authors and TV shows that she has reviewed, so hers is going up in a separate post next week!
It’s August, and the heat of the summer exacerbates the heat of emotions, so Crispin is confidant a new tracking job will soon find him. Enjoying an ale with his apprentice, his prediction comes true with the appearance of a young boy, “You’re that Tracker they talk of, aren’t you?” Saint Frideswide Priory’s Lady Prioress is distressed by the recent deaths by “misadventure” at the priory. First, their apothecary died suddenly of fever, then, days later, two nuns died under suspicious and gruesome circumstances.