Stumbling Block…or Stepping Stone?
No Stone Unturned by Pam Lecky
Lucy Lawrence is having doubts about her marriage to Charlie when he is found dead on the streets of London in this Victorian-era mystery full of intrigue, danger, and surprises.
As time passes and the circumstances of Charlie’s recent business dealings come to light, it becomes clear that Lucy’s doubts were well-founded (though not for the reasons she thought). With her financial future uncertain, Lucy reluctantly heads to her family’s estate in Yorkshire for the holidays, only to find malice and ill will awaiting her. When she is charged with the theft of a priceless family heirloom, things look bleak for her indeed.
What’s worse, Lucy can’t decide whether Phineas Stone, an enigmatic insurance investigator assigned to a case involving her late husband, is a good apple or a bad seed.
The characters in this novel are highly developed and three-dimensional, adding layers of emotion and depth to the story. The plot is unique and engrossing, with lots of twists to keep readers interested and turning those pages.
Lucy herself is a delightful heroine, full of spunk and attitude. No one can tell her what to do (well, they can try—but she isn’t about to follow orders, especially from a man). The dialogue is full of wit, intelligence, and even humor. With the help of her maid, Mary, and a couple good friends, Lucy is determined to clear her name and forge her own future.
I highly recommend this book to any lover of historical mysteries. I’ve already read book 2 and I’m in the middle of book 3!
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See you next time,
Amy
