Elegy for Eddie

A Maisie Dobbs Novel

By: Jacqueline Winspear

Narrated by: Orlagh Cassidy

The New York Times bestseller, now available in paperback—an investigation into the killing of a local man from Maisie’s childhood neighborhood leads the sleuth from her own doorstep to London’s halls of power.

In this latest entry in Jacqueline Winspear’s acclaimed, bestselling mystery series—“less whodunits than why-dunits, more P.D. James than Agatha Christie” (USA Today)—Maisie Dobbs takes on her most personal case yet, a twisting investigation into the brutal killing of a street peddler that will take her from the working-class neighborhoods of her childhood into London’s highest circles of power. Perfect for fans of A Lesson in Secrets, The Mapping of Love and Death, or other Maisie Dobbs mysteries—and an ideal place for new readers to enter the series—Elegy for Eddie is an incomparable work of intrigue and ingenuity, full of intimate descriptions and beautifully painted scenes from between the World Wars, from one of the most highly acclaimed masters of mystery, Jacqueline Winspear.

Loved it!

Would you listen to Elegy for Eddie again? Why?

I probably will listen again when enough time has passed for me to be a little surprised by things.

What did you like best about this story?

I just love the honesty in the character of Daisy Dobbs. Her ability to listen to others and not be afraid of questioning herself is refreshing. Really appreciate a strong female character in post WW1 England. And, of course, the mystery was complicated and intriguing.

Any additional comments?

This is a great series for those of us who like a measured pace and fully developed characters. The stories feel like they are about real people. I would suggest starting the series from the beginning to really appreciate the character of Daisy.

The darkening skies of the ‘30s

This Maisie Dobbs mystery follows the pattern - a personal story wrapped inside a well-explained historical context. Parts of the story are wrapped up a bit too neatly but on the whole, it’s a touching & well-constructed story.

English culture and mystery

I enjoy reading mysteries set in historical settings, it also has a touch of romance and a very casual and calming read.

Best reader

All these books are and have been excellent this has been my favorite! Thank you

James’ patience was unusual for the time.

The depictions of strong, independent women of different socioeconomic levels. I do not like word minimums for reviews.