A Murder Most Unlikely

Mrs. Lillywhite Investigates, Book 5

By: Emily Queen

Narrated by: Caren Naess

Can it really be called murder when there's no dead body?

Rosemary Lillywhite is over the moon about her budding romance with handsome detective inspector Max Whittington, and she can hardly wait for their first official date!

When she's invited to an art exhibition opening, Rosemary thinks a night out on the town in London will be just the ticket.

What she doesn't expect is to run into one of Max's old flames or to get caught up in another murder investigation.

Then, the gallery owner disappears, and Aurora Kingsley calls on Max to solve the case and find her missing lover. With no choice but to investigate, Max agrees, this time bringing Rosemary along for the ride.

The only trouble is it doesn't seem like there's been a crime committed at all, and Rosemary begins to wonder if Aurora isn't just out to rekindle her romance with Max!

Rosemary is determined to close the case and eliminate the threat to her love life, but will she be able to do it before sparks fly?

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ENTERTAINING COZY. MOST ENJOYABLE.

Mrs Lillywhite, Vera, Max and Freddie make loveable characters in Ms Queen's mysteries. Perfect Voices by narrator.

Art & Murder

I enjoyed this book as much as the other books in the series. I was so captivated by the story that I listened to the whole audiobook in one sitting. I was entertained by the complications which resulted when Rosemary was introduced to an old flame of Max's. I appreciated the intricate puzzle presented by the unfolding mystery. I enjoyed Caren Naess' narration as her presentation was entertaining. I was given a copy of the audiobook. I volunteered, without financial gain, to post this review which reflected my honest opinions regarding this audiobook.

Enjoyable, cozy mystery

I am on a review team for the audiobooks for this author. This is the fifth book in the series I have listened to and am reviewing. This review is all my own opinion.

I really enjoyed the audiobook and narration. The narrator has a lovely accent and really puts you in the mood for the 1920’s in Britain.

There are actually two mysteries in this story. Rosemary, the main character the mystery series revolves around, has a tentative dating relationship with Max the detective. She has been having a hard time letting go of her husband who had passed away while trying to move forward with her life.

In this story, Rosemary spends time with Max‘s mother who has moved to a new home. Max‘s mother is on the ball even though she’s an older woman. She has hurt her hip and is recuperating. She is also a very independent woman. She’s concerned about a neighbor and his wife. This is an interesting mystery that does get solved. I like how it was solved! I had not expected that one.

Rosemary has a brother Freddie who is dating her best friend Vera and she is so happy they’re dating. Unfortunately Vera is an actress and has some scenes where she kisses another actor and Freddie puts up a fit getting jealous. Not sure where that relationship is going to go if he is that insecure. Just my opinion. We’ll see what the author does with these characters in book 6.

I like all the characters in the books! It’s been fun seeing what’s happening with each of them throughout each book.

The other mystery is revolving around an art gallery. I enjoyed that mystery as well. Rosemary is very smart and figures things out, of course. That was fun!

This is a very light cozy mystery series. Not intense, but the mysteries themselves are entertaining and clever. Very enjoyable audiobook to listen to!