• A Lady's Guide to Etiquette and Murder

  • Countess of Harleigh Mystery Series, Book 1
  • By: Dianne Freeman
  • Narrated by: Sarah Zimmerman
  • Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,547 ratings)

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A Lady's Guide to Etiquette and Murder

By: Dianne Freeman
Narrated by: Sarah Zimmerman
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Frances Wynn, the American-born Countess of Harleigh, enjoys more freedom as a widow than she did as a wife. After an obligatory year spent mourning her philandering husband, Reggie, she puts aside her drab black gowns, leaving the countryside and her money-grubbing in-laws behind. With her young daughter in tow, Frances rents a home in Belgravia and prepares to welcome her sister, Lily, arriving from New York - for her first London season.

No sooner has Frances begun her new life than the ghosts of her old one make an unwelcome appearance. The Metropolitan police receive an anonymous letter implicating Frances in her husband's death. Frances assures Inspector Delaney of her innocence, but she's also keen to keep him from learning the scandalous circumstances of Reggie's demise. As fate would have it, her dashing new neighbor, George Hazelton, is one of only two other people aware of the full story.

While busy with social engagements on Lily's behalf, and worrying if Reggie really was murdered, Frances learns of mysterious burglaries plaguing London's elite. The investigation brings death to her doorstep, and Frances rallies her wits, a circle of gossips, and the ever-chivalrous Mr. Hazelton to uncover the truth.

©2018 Dianne Freeman (P)2018 HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books

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Fun mystery with a compelling cast of characters.

I really enjoyed this story. I am looking forward to listening to the next book.

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Did not like the performers intonation, ending each sentence as a question. It is distracting.

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Loved it

The story was fantastic, and the characters were perfect. The narrator was also perfect lol I loved her voices for everyone
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Great cozy historical mystery

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Very enjoyable!

Such an enjoyable listen! A good storyline, with funny, engaging characters, enough mystery to keep your interest. I look forward to the others in this series!

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A turn of independence!

Surprisingly good! A time of learning about oneself and then some! Women slowly realizing they can do more with their lives!

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Completely Delightful

I thoroughly enjoyed this charming cozy mystery. The title is accurate; the constraints of etiquette affect the situation throughout, and the heroince chafes at them. Her inner responses - and sometimes spoken ones - are great fun. I love her!

I could see one major plot point coming, but not the other one. I didn't care anyway, because I enjoyed the plot and characters.

The narrator does a great job except for one speech pattern that I found a bit distracting. (I won't describe it so as not to draw attention to it for those who wouldn't notice.)

If you enjoy society cozies like the Royal Spyness series, you'll probably enjoy this one as well. I'm eager to read book 2.

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Great story, super narration

I found this book by searching for the narrator, Sarah Zimmerman. I've listened to several stories she's done. I love her voice, I love her inflections. I've also discovered she narrates some really fun tales.

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A fun and engaging read, with a great ensemble of characters

A delightful mystery with a wonderful protagonist and cast. I look forward to reading the next in the series.

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I loved it!

This is the first book in this series I’ve read and I really enjoyed it. I like the American Countess take as opposed to the standard British Countess.

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great story

I loved it. Narration and story was great. listened on my way to and from work. I looked forward to playing it again.

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