A Bride's Guide to Marriage and Murder

Countess of Harleigh Mysteries, Book 5

De: Dianne Freeman

Narrado por: Sarah Zimmerman

“Pure unadulterated fun” (Publishers Weekly) for fans of Ashley Weaver, Deanna Raybourn, and Tasha Alexander, the Agatha Award–winning Countess of Harleigh Mysteries are a witty romp through the high society of Victorian England with a touch of romance, an independent female lead, and rich historical detail. In this charming historical mystery, Frances Wynn, the American-born Countess of Harleigh, finds her wedding day overshadowed by murder …

On the eve of her marriage to George Hazelton, Frances has a great deal more on her mind than flowers and seating arrangements. The Connors and the Bainbridges, two families of American robber barons, have taken up residence in London, and their bitter rivalry is spilling over into the highest social circles. At the request of her brother, Alonzo, who is quite taken with Miss Madeline Connor, Frances has invited the Connor family to her wedding. Meanwhile, Frances’s mother has invited Mr. Bainbridge, and Frances fears the nuptials may end up being newspaper-worthy for all the wrong reasons. On the day itself, Frances is relieved that Madeline’s father is not among the guests at the church. The reason, however, is most unfortunate: Mr. Connor is found murdered in his home. More shocking still, Alonzo is caught at the scene—holding the murder weapon. Powerful and ruthless, Connor appears to have amassed a wealth of enemies. Frances and George put their wedding trip on hold to try and clear Alonzo’s name. But there are secrets to sift through, not just in the feuding families, but also in their own. With a killer determined to evade discovery—even if it means taking another life—Frances’s newlywed days will be perilous indeed …

©2022 Dianne Freeman (P)2022 Recorded Books

Complex

I got dizzy from all the circling around. The family dynamics added to the confusion, but in the end, the murderer was unmasked. Yay!

Enjoy

I enjoyed this book just like the previous ones. Can’t wait for the next book to come out this summer.

A Treasure

London of the time period comes to life in this novel and throughput the series. The funny but low-key one liners throughout the story are so appreciated.

Character development is important

I really like the thuggy brothers . I hope they show up again. These books are progressing very well.

A nicely layered story line.

Frames’ actions were so clearly described, as were the others, they became real. The author has found her characters. The story was interesting and surprising. The narrator switches dialects smoothly and she is so easy to listen to.