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Lady Adelaide Mystery #2
Who's Sorry Now?
London, England 1925
A Russian prince. A wealthy heir. An impoverished earl's daughter. Which one will make an untimely exit from the London social scene?
Scotland Yard Detective Inspector Devenand Hunter finds himself in the middle of a series of upper-class deaths in London. Bright Young People are being extinguished in their favorite night spots, from a sleazy private jazz club to the Savoy ballroom. Dev knows just the person to help him navigate the treacherous society waters: Lady Adelaide Compton, a marquess' daughter and widow of a Great War hero. Unfortunately, he has put her in jeopardy once before, nearly leading him to turn in his warrant card.
But when her sister Cee is nearly one of the victims, Addie turns to Mr. Hunter, offering her help... and it soon becomes clear that the two of them working together again could lead to much more than merely solving crime.
A Russian prince. A wealthy heir. An impoverished earl's daughter. Which one will make an untimely exit from the London social scene?
Scotland Yard Detective Inspector Devenand Hunter finds himself in the middle of a series of upper-class deaths in London. Bright Young People are being extinguished in their favorite night spots, from a sleazy private jazz club to the Savoy ballroom. Dev knows just the person to help him navigate the treacherous society waters: Lady Adelaide Compton, a marquess' daughter and widow of a Great War hero. Unfortunately, he has put her in jeopardy once before, nearly leading him to turn in his warrant card.
But when her sister Cee is nearly one of the victims, Addie turns to Mr. Hunter, offering her help... and it soon becomes clear that the two of them working together again could lead to much more than merely solving crime.
416 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 2019
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About the author
Maggie Robinson
41 books362 followersMaggie Robinson is a former teacher, library clerk and mother of four who woke up in the middle of the night, absolutely compelled to create the perfect man and use as many adverbs as possible doing so. A transplanted New Yorker, she lives with her not-quite perfect husband in Maine, where the cold winters are ideal for staying inside and writing hot historical romances and her latest venture, the Lady Adelaide Mysteries. Her books have been translated into nine languages.
She also wrote two erotic historical romances as Margaret Rowe.
She also wrote two erotic historical romances as Margaret Rowe.
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June 20, 2019
3.5
While not quite as good as the first book in the Lady Adelaide series, it still features the likeable and entertaining Lady Addie and her man crush, Inspector Devenand Hunter. The scenes when Addie and Dev join forces to suss out the villain in a series of high society murders are the most enjoyable aspect of this book. They have chemistry and are able to flirt and enjoy a level of comfort that feels more reminiscent of a married couple, and all while deploying a facade of professionalism. The duel pov allows us to jump back and forth between their mutual self-doubts about the likelihood that their feelings are reciprocated. Additionally, their class and racial obstacles cause both of them to constantly turn over in their minds the possibilities of being a couple in a society still plagued in the 1920s by class hierarchy and disdain for interracial relationships.
The mystery here is weak though in comparison to the first book. I quite honestly did not really understand it, or more importantly, why Addie is involved in finding the killer. For all intents and purposes, the first book put an end to Addie and Dev's working and personal relationship with their solving of the murders on Addie's country estate and Dev's return to London. Back in the city now, Dev is surprised to learn that Addie has been a witness to an attempted murder at a high society nightclub. Addie jumps at the chance to work with Dev again and help him on this new case. The problem I had with this concept though is that Dev works for Scotland Yard and has no logical rationale to allow Addie to join his team, however informally. Addie forced her way into the first case more logically because it happens at her home. Here however, Addie's insertion into detective work just feels like a flimsy plot device to bring them together. Also, Addie does not have any particular investigative skills except that as a society woman, she knows people and has access to gossip. Otherwise, she strikes me here as in the first book as a woman very much at a loose end and lacking a purpose in life.
This second book also does little to further Addie's and Dev's growing feelings since the same obstacles they ruminate on in the first book carry over here. She's a wealthy and titled white woman and he's a working class Indian man, and the obstacles those facts create are not altered by any of the events in the story. I have to admit too that while the ghost of Addie's deceased husband was fun in the first book, Rupert is a little tedious here, playing the identical role of a soul in limbo out to protect his wife and fix the wrongs he inflicted on her during their marriage. Since Rupert's role in this story is just a repeat of the first book, I grew bored quickly during his scenes.
The third and final book is scheduled to be released in 2020, and I'm most likely going to read it. While the second book feels like treading water, I am hoping that the final book deals head on with the conflicts keeping Addie and Dev apart. Since this series is best when these two are together, I look forward to the resolution of their romance.
While not quite as good as the first book in the Lady Adelaide series, it still features the likeable and entertaining Lady Addie and her man crush, Inspector Devenand Hunter. The scenes when Addie and Dev join forces to suss out the villain in a series of high society murders are the most enjoyable aspect of this book. They have chemistry and are able to flirt and enjoy a level of comfort that feels more reminiscent of a married couple, and all while deploying a facade of professionalism. The duel pov allows us to jump back and forth between their mutual self-doubts about the likelihood that their feelings are reciprocated. Additionally, their class and racial obstacles cause both of them to constantly turn over in their minds the possibilities of being a couple in a society still plagued in the 1920s by class hierarchy and disdain for interracial relationships.
The mystery here is weak though in comparison to the first book. I quite honestly did not really understand it, or more importantly, why Addie is involved in finding the killer. For all intents and purposes, the first book put an end to Addie and Dev's working and personal relationship with their solving of the murders on Addie's country estate and Dev's return to London. Back in the city now, Dev is surprised to learn that Addie has been a witness to an attempted murder at a high society nightclub. Addie jumps at the chance to work with Dev again and help him on this new case. The problem I had with this concept though is that Dev works for Scotland Yard and has no logical rationale to allow Addie to join his team, however informally. Addie forced her way into the first case more logically because it happens at her home. Here however, Addie's insertion into detective work just feels like a flimsy plot device to bring them together. Also, Addie does not have any particular investigative skills except that as a society woman, she knows people and has access to gossip. Otherwise, she strikes me here as in the first book as a woman very much at a loose end and lacking a purpose in life.
This second book also does little to further Addie's and Dev's growing feelings since the same obstacles they ruminate on in the first book carry over here. She's a wealthy and titled white woman and he's a working class Indian man, and the obstacles those facts create are not altered by any of the events in the story. I have to admit too that while the ghost of Addie's deceased husband was fun in the first book, Rupert is a little tedious here, playing the identical role of a soul in limbo out to protect his wife and fix the wrongs he inflicted on her during their marriage. Since Rupert's role in this story is just a repeat of the first book, I grew bored quickly during his scenes.
The third and final book is scheduled to be released in 2020, and I'm most likely going to read it. While the second book feels like treading water, I am hoping that the final book deals head on with the conflicts keeping Addie and Dev apart. Since this series is best when these two are together, I look forward to the resolution of their romance.
July 13, 2019
3.5 stars for this enjoyable, if slight, mystery set in 1925.
It was nice to touch base with Lady Adelaide and hunky Scotland Yard Detective Inspector Dev Hunter. Rupert's ghost is still hanging around--annoying Addie and proving useful at the same time.
The basic mystery involves the poisoning deaths of several members of a group of Bright Young People. Addie is intrigued, but doesn't really get involved until her younger sister is poisoned by mistake. Quick thinking and quick action save Cee's life and now Addie really turns up the pressure on DI Hunter to let her 'assist' in the investigation.
The murderer was rather obvious to me, though said person's motives remained obscure until the big finale.
I also thought that involving members of the criminal gang was a bit weak. (Though I can understand the author's fascination with this group of female thieves.)
An enjoyable way to spend a few hours. I'll be on hand for the next book.
It was nice to touch base with Lady Adelaide and hunky Scotland Yard Detective Inspector Dev Hunter. Rupert's ghost is still hanging around--annoying Addie and proving useful at the same time.
The basic mystery involves the poisoning deaths of several members of a group of Bright Young People. Addie is intrigued, but doesn't really get involved until her younger sister is poisoned by mistake. Quick thinking and quick action save Cee's life and now Addie really turns up the pressure on DI Hunter to let her 'assist' in the investigation.
The murderer was rather obvious to me, though said person's motives remained obscure until the big finale.
I also thought that involving members of the criminal gang was a bit weak. (Though I can understand the author's fascination with this group of female thieves.)
An enjoyable way to spend a few hours. I'll be on hand for the next book.
January 31, 2022
The 2nd in a 4-book series. Enjoyable mystery and interesting couple with Lady Adelaide being a widow and Scotland Yard Detective Dev Hunter again involved in a multiple murder mystery. I look forward the next book in the series. 3.5*
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October 25, 2021Alas, this series isn't for me. I can understand why others might be charmed by it but I found it off-and-on. By which I mean that parts of it are well done with good plotting, but other parts are too simplistic and meandering. I particularly didn't enjoy having everyone's feelings described in great detail, rather than demonstrated by actions.
May 28, 2019
1925 and Lady Adelaide Compton and her sister Lady Cecilia have returned to London from a trip to New York. Detective Inspector Devenand Hunter of Scotland Yard finds himself with Sergeant Wells in the middle of a murder investigation.
Lady Adelaidde and Hunter meet up again when another murder is attempted. She persuades Hunter to let her investigate the suspects of her social set.
A delightful, well-written, light-hearted cozy mystery where Lady Adelaide is helped by her ghostly husband Rupert.
A NetGalley Book
Lady Adelaidde and Hunter meet up again when another murder is attempted. She persuades Hunter to let her investigate the suspects of her social set.
A delightful, well-written, light-hearted cozy mystery where Lady Adelaide is helped by her ghostly husband Rupert.
A NetGalley Book
August 24, 2025
If you had told me I'd be enjoying a historical cozy mystery series that features a ghost secondary character I would have told you to put down the bottle and sober up. I was happy to be back in this world, finding the characters just as charming and the world-building just as interesting as the previous book. While I was intrigued by the mystery early on, I ended up not being entirely in love with the denouement, although the final chapters certainly are action-packed. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
May 21, 2019
"Who’s Sorry Now” is a light, charming cozy, set during the period between the World Wars in London. Lady Adelaide is a widow, and peripherally part of the crowd of “Bright Young Things” who dance and drink the nights away at night clubs all over town. Davendra Hunter is a hard-working, competent policeman, and completely unsuitable as a partner for Addie. Despite the mismatch, the two are attracted to each other, and work together to solve a series of crimes that are clearly being committed by someone in Addie’s group of friends.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
September 7, 2019
The mystery is conveniently helped along by Rupert, but I like it anyway.
May 26, 2019
In Who’s Sorry Now?, Lady Adelaide Compton is just out of her year of mourning for her reprobate husband Rupert when her sister is poisoned while they were out at the Savoy. Luckily, Rupert warns her it is poison so she is able to act quickly. She soon discovers her sister is one in a series of poisonings and the only one to survive. The poisonings are being investigated by Dev Hunter, but Lady Adelaide is determined to investigate herself, pointing out her social standing gives her entreé to places Dev is unable to go.
As Lady Adelaide investigates she also plays matchmaker and problem-solver while her ghostly late husband provides invaluable clues as well. This all takes place during the era between the wars, the Jazz Age, and jazz clubs are the venues for much of the action.
I enjoyed Who’s Sorry Now?. It’s a cozy mystery investigated by conversation and socializing. Dev provides an element of police procedure but his contribution to the mystery is very much as a romantic interest and friendly foil to Lady Adelaide’s investigation. I appreciate that she is not rushing headlong into danger and calls the police to do the work police should do.
That her investigation is aided by the ghostly Rupert might prompt some to liken the stories to Charles Todd’s Ian Rutledge series which is also set during the same era. But Rupert is no Hamish McLeod. Instead, he is more like George and Marion Kerby who haunt Thorne Smith’s delightful Cosmo Topper. Written during the Twenties, these ghosts bring the kind a mischief and panache that Rupert embodies (or disembodies) rather than the brooding anger and grief of Hamish. These are lighthearted mysteries that are a delightful as a macaron.
Who’s Sorry Now? will be published June 1st. I received an e-galley from the publisher through NetGalley.
Who’s Sorry Now? at Poisoned Pen Press
Maggie Robinson author site
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As Lady Adelaide investigates she also plays matchmaker and problem-solver while her ghostly late husband provides invaluable clues as well. This all takes place during the era between the wars, the Jazz Age, and jazz clubs are the venues for much of the action.
I enjoyed Who’s Sorry Now?. It’s a cozy mystery investigated by conversation and socializing. Dev provides an element of police procedure but his contribution to the mystery is very much as a romantic interest and friendly foil to Lady Adelaide’s investigation. I appreciate that she is not rushing headlong into danger and calls the police to do the work police should do.
That her investigation is aided by the ghostly Rupert might prompt some to liken the stories to Charles Todd’s Ian Rutledge series which is also set during the same era. But Rupert is no Hamish McLeod. Instead, he is more like George and Marion Kerby who haunt Thorne Smith’s delightful Cosmo Topper. Written during the Twenties, these ghosts bring the kind a mischief and panache that Rupert embodies (or disembodies) rather than the brooding anger and grief of Hamish. These are lighthearted mysteries that are a delightful as a macaron.
Who’s Sorry Now? will be published June 1st. I received an e-galley from the publisher through NetGalley.
Who’s Sorry Now? at Poisoned Pen Press
Maggie Robinson author site
https://tonstantweaderreviews.wordpre...
May 28, 2019
I read somewhere they thought this book was akin to a Phryne Fisher Mystery. I somewhat agree. It is set in a similar time period yet this book has a ready made ghost following Addie around. He is her dead husband, Rupert and he shows up at all the most inopportune times.
I thought this book was okay. I wasn’t interested in the whodunit mystery. In fact, I don’t feel the author was too interested in it either. The book was filled with Addie and her exploits. There is a real interesting dynamic between herself and Detective Inspector Dev Hunter. And frankly, that relationship was the only thing that got me through the book.
I wish the mystery had been more compelling and kept my attention. Maybe I just wasn’t in the right mindset for this book and that is why I couldn’t connect with it. I wanted to love it more but it just didn’t happen for me.
I received this as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) in return for an honest review. I thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title.
I thought this book was okay. I wasn’t interested in the whodunit mystery. In fact, I don’t feel the author was too interested in it either. The book was filled with Addie and her exploits. There is a real interesting dynamic between herself and Detective Inspector Dev Hunter. And frankly, that relationship was the only thing that got me through the book.
I wish the mystery had been more compelling and kept my attention. Maybe I just wasn’t in the right mindset for this book and that is why I couldn’t connect with it. I wanted to love it more but it just didn’t happen for me.
I received this as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) in return for an honest review. I thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title.
June 27, 2019
I loved this book so much, I couldn't put it down and finished in one day. I love the pairing of Lady Adelaide and Dev Hunter. I'm hoping the ending means their relationship will progress in satisfactory fashion in the next book. Too bad I'll have to wait a year for book 3.
I'm also glad Lucas seems to have found a possible, future bride in Pip. Hopefully, he won't be bothering Addie any longer in that regard.
The mystery was also interesting and well done. If you like the Daisy Dalrymple series, I think you'll enjoy the adventures of Lady Adelaide, Inspector Hunter and Addie's late husband, Rupert.
I'm also glad Lucas seems to have found a possible, future bride in Pip. Hopefully, he won't be bothering Addie any longer in that regard.
The mystery was also interesting and well done. If you like the Daisy Dalrymple series, I think you'll enjoy the adventures of Lady Adelaide, Inspector Hunter and Addie's late husband, Rupert.
July 10, 2020
2020 bk 235. A second look finds Lady Adelaide back in London from New York City. Her sister is young enough to be a part of the "Bright Young Things" set. Young enough to want to dance the night away. But danger lurks in the set of friends her sister, CeCe, picks for her self, Adelaide learning only after CeCe is poisoned, that two of the group have already been killed. Of course, her favorite Scotland Yard Inspector is in charge. It is fun watching Lady Adelaide juggle the men who are sniffing at her door, and how deftly she moves them into romances with other women. A fun read.
February 3, 2020
The second book is as delightful as the first. I love how it's a cozy but not quite as 'tame' as many others (people have sex :O, racism exists but gets called out). The mystery is engaging and I didn't guess the killer in advance. I did, however, manage to rule out several suspects because the author has a tendency to 'pair off' several people and I was always reasonably sure that A and B would end up as happy couple and not one of them convicted for murder.
August 11, 2020
3.5 stars, but this time I rounded up. I do like gilded age mysteries.
Also, I really like Dev. Addie was pretty likeable in this. I enjoy their dynamic. It's really all I'm here for. And I have hopes that the stupid love triangle distraction might be going away. I would enjoy that. I really didn't have a lot of sympathy for Lady Adelaide's sister. Less of her in future books would be welcome.
Also, I really like Dev. Addie was pretty likeable in this. I enjoy their dynamic. It's really all I'm here for. And I have hopes that the stupid love triangle distraction might be going away. I would enjoy that. I really didn't have a lot of sympathy for Lady Adelaide's sister. Less of her in future books would be welcome.
May 23, 2019
Having read the first book in this series, I was really looking forward to the second instalment. I did enjoy the story but not as much as the first, the mystery was a little jumbled and there was a much bigger romance element. There wasn't as much the funny interaction between the main character and her ghostly husband.
Don't get me wrong, I did enjoyed the book and look forward to the next one.
Don't get me wrong, I did enjoyed the book and look forward to the next one.
September 2, 2020
This is really fun, full of roaring twenties bright young things, parties, Anglo-Indian man and the daughter of the aristocracy...love, between the wars, change, and a ghost who needs to make amends. Unusual. Looking forward to #3
June 25, 2019
A great historical mystery. I enjoyed all the details and spunky Lady Adelaide! I look forward to the next book in the series!
November 21, 2021
3.5 stars. Fun and lighthearted read. If you like the first book you’ll like this one too.
May 20, 2019
This is the second book in the Lady Adelaide series. I have not read the first book but I will be reading it now. I was hesitant to read this at first, I found the thought of a ghost of a cheating husband helping to solve crimes a bit...much. However, I was pleasantly surprised. I found all of the main characters charming and thought that the historical details were well researched. The mystery all kept my guessing.
August 4, 2019
The second in the series. Again I loved it. Rupert still appears, continuing his "mission". If only he was this nice in life. Keep them coming Maggie I inpatiently await #3.
August 26, 2019
A delightful light mystery with Lady Adalaide Compton and Scotland Yard
Detective Inspector Devenand Hunter. The two must find the person who
Killed three young people who attended the Thieves Den late at night.
Addie’s dead husband and ghost is still hanging around. The plot is ok
And the pace is good with characters from the upper class. A cleverly
Written English mystery and murder. Enjoy!
Detective Inspector Devenand Hunter. The two must find the person who
Killed three young people who attended the Thieves Den late at night.
Addie’s dead husband and ghost is still hanging around. The plot is ok
And the pace is good with characters from the upper class. A cleverly
Written English mystery and murder. Enjoy!
September 12, 2024
I wanted more sassy Rupert.
June 19, 2024
When I picked up Book 1
When I picked up Book 1 I expected to like it as a fan of the genre, but ultimately I _loved_ the author's technical skill at weaving the social dynamics I recognize today, into the behaviours and reactions of the characters in 1920s London. Now, in Book 2, I continue to find the protagonists wonderful but more importantly believable, and I'm excited to continue the series and explore the author's other work.
When I picked up Book 1 I expected to like it as a fan of the genre, but ultimately I _loved_ the author's technical skill at weaving the social dynamics I recognize today, into the behaviours and reactions of the characters in 1920s London. Now, in Book 2, I continue to find the protagonists wonderful but more importantly believable, and I'm excited to continue the series and explore the author's other work.
July 31, 2022
I really liked the 1st book in this series, but dear gods...this one was a steep decline.
Why was she involved in this mystery? Other than the plot required it. Why on earth did Dev give her access to his investigation? Other than the plot demanded it. Why, oh fucking why, did Lucas have to be in this story? Other than her dithering about whether she wanted to marry this breadbox in human clothing is (somehow) needed to keep the MCs apart.
MAKE IT MAKE SENSE.
This book lacked so much of the charm and humor of the first one. Not that it was completely devoid of these things, but it was increasingly diminishing returns every chapter that went by. Where by the end I had simply stuck to skimming the pages so that I could end the book faster.
Adelaide turns into a bit of a 1920s Karen in this book...and I could not stand it. Addie is, at best, a averagely smart, rich white woman who does not seem to have required a day of work in her life. She has NO investigative skills, no training, nothing. But for some reason is mortally offended each time she is told to stop interfering...like she has some right to be there and it is just the big awful men not letting her Boss Babe flag fly.
The book keeps asking me to side with her and I'm not here for it. One bit.
And I'd like to point out, once again, I really liked her in the first book. But there it felt natural for her to be involved in the mystery. Here...i can't for the life of me figure out why she keeps throwing herself into the way of things. Other than she is bored. And let me tell you, that does not make for a terribly compelling read for the audience.
I didn't care about the victims. I didn't care about the mystery. I didn't care about that whole riddiculos "will she marry Lucas" subplot, because I'd sooner believe she'd run off with her teapot. At least the teapot offers something useful.
The only thing I liked was Dev but he kept having to put up with her shit...despite the fact he was the only one here with actual braincells.
I'm going to give book three a shot, because I live in hope that bringing the fuck back to a similar setting as book 1 will fix some of this shit. But if things do not improve quickly, I'm calling it quits.
Why was she involved in this mystery? Other than the plot required it. Why on earth did Dev give her access to his investigation? Other than the plot demanded it. Why, oh fucking why, did Lucas have to be in this story? Other than her dithering about whether she wanted to marry this breadbox in human clothing is (somehow) needed to keep the MCs apart.
MAKE IT MAKE SENSE.
This book lacked so much of the charm and humor of the first one. Not that it was completely devoid of these things, but it was increasingly diminishing returns every chapter that went by. Where by the end I had simply stuck to skimming the pages so that I could end the book faster.
Adelaide turns into a bit of a 1920s Karen in this book...and I could not stand it. Addie is, at best, a averagely smart, rich white woman who does not seem to have required a day of work in her life. She has NO investigative skills, no training, nothing. But for some reason is mortally offended each time she is told to stop interfering...like she has some right to be there and it is just the big awful men not letting her Boss Babe flag fly.
The book keeps asking me to side with her and I'm not here for it. One bit.
And I'd like to point out, once again, I really liked her in the first book. But there it felt natural for her to be involved in the mystery. Here...i can't for the life of me figure out why she keeps throwing herself into the way of things. Other than she is bored. And let me tell you, that does not make for a terribly compelling read for the audience.
I didn't care about the victims. I didn't care about the mystery. I didn't care about that whole riddiculos "will she marry Lucas" subplot, because I'd sooner believe she'd run off with her teapot. At least the teapot offers something useful.
The only thing I liked was Dev but he kept having to put up with her shit...despite the fact he was the only one here with actual braincells.
I'm going to give book three a shot, because I live in hope that bringing the fuck back to a similar setting as book 1 will fix some of this shit. But if things do not improve quickly, I'm calling it quits.
December 17, 2024
This book just wasn't for me. I found it to be a bit boring and I struggled to care about the characters and what happened to them. My only specific issue was with the ghost of Adelaide's husband, Rupert. I understand that this is the second book in the series; maybe if I'd read the first one this would have been explained better. However, he just seemed like an easy way to advance the story in ways that wouldn't have been possible without his ghostly interference. I give this one a D+.
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June 25, 2019
This is a new author for me, and if the rest of her books are like this one, I will be collecting more of them. Very enjoyable story, and a fun, although hair-raising ending! Well worth the time it takes to read.
February 10, 2024
Rated 3 stars. Entertaining historical mystery set in 1920's London. Enjoyed more then #1. Good Audio narration by Gemma Dawson.
June 6, 2019
I found this book to be one of the most intriguing and suspenseful books, I've read in awhile. The author has a great eye for an intriguing and mysterious story line, supported by unique and unusual characters, which are realistic, and the temperament to stay consistent throughout the story.
The beginning of the book introduces us to a list of characters and they're broken down into Mount Street, a collection of rich upper class British characters; Thieve's Den, a mixture of shady, deceitful and other characters trying to male a living at a Jazz club, known as Thieve's Den; The Bright Young People, rich society crowd who like to drink, dance and spend money, not of their making and Scotland Yard, the police characters.
The story centers around Lady Adelaide Compton, now a widow whose dead husband returns as a ghost. The relationship between them van be funny at times, necessary when the moment arises and humorously annoying.
Over the course of the story, there are two murders by poison, with Addie's sister, Cee being the third, while they're at the Savoy, but only becomes ill and survives.
Inspector Dev Hunter is at hand again and is assigned to the investigation of a murder. Dev and Addie had previously met in the 1st book. Dev was assigned to a murder case in the area where Lady Adelaide lived. Addie is continuously prodding Dev to let her help and as much as he tries to put his foot down, Addie prevails. Their teaming together almost causes the death of Addie and Dev, realizes his mistake and won't let this type of thing ever happen again.
This time around, Dev makes it clear to Addie she is not to get involved and stay out of it. Obviously, Addie has no intentions of staying put anywhere and she is determined to get involved one way or another. There's an untold liking of one another, but it is only remains in their mind whenever they're together or not.
During the investigation, a key suspect is found murdered and that really creates a setback in their investigation. Dev and his Sergeant, Bob Wells keep prodding for more leads and seeking out information in other areas and they're not making good progress.
Eventually, Addie worms her into helping Dev, even though it is against his better judgement. Then again, Addie does have the connections and get information from people, whom are uncooperative with the police. Dev is extremely cautious and limits her assistance, but he knows that Addie's stubbornness and strong desire will somehow prevail in the end.
In the end, their together again and in a perilous situation where their lives are at stake. This is the greatest fear for Dev, as he see's starting to repeat itself all over. The situation is handled and Addie and Dev are safe.
This is the second novel in the new Lady Adelaide Mystery book series and a departure from the author's earlier books. This is a must read for mystery lovers of the roaring 20's and the hob nobbling of the young, idle rich and sleazy, deceitful and dangerous characters who prey on them.
The beginning of the book introduces us to a list of characters and they're broken down into Mount Street, a collection of rich upper class British characters; Thieve's Den, a mixture of shady, deceitful and other characters trying to male a living at a Jazz club, known as Thieve's Den; The Bright Young People, rich society crowd who like to drink, dance and spend money, not of their making and Scotland Yard, the police characters.
The story centers around Lady Adelaide Compton, now a widow whose dead husband returns as a ghost. The relationship between them van be funny at times, necessary when the moment arises and humorously annoying.
Over the course of the story, there are two murders by poison, with Addie's sister, Cee being the third, while they're at the Savoy, but only becomes ill and survives.
Inspector Dev Hunter is at hand again and is assigned to the investigation of a murder. Dev and Addie had previously met in the 1st book. Dev was assigned to a murder case in the area where Lady Adelaide lived. Addie is continuously prodding Dev to let her help and as much as he tries to put his foot down, Addie prevails. Their teaming together almost causes the death of Addie and Dev, realizes his mistake and won't let this type of thing ever happen again.
This time around, Dev makes it clear to Addie she is not to get involved and stay out of it. Obviously, Addie has no intentions of staying put anywhere and she is determined to get involved one way or another. There's an untold liking of one another, but it is only remains in their mind whenever they're together or not.
During the investigation, a key suspect is found murdered and that really creates a setback in their investigation. Dev and his Sergeant, Bob Wells keep prodding for more leads and seeking out information in other areas and they're not making good progress.
Eventually, Addie worms her into helping Dev, even though it is against his better judgement. Then again, Addie does have the connections and get information from people, whom are uncooperative with the police. Dev is extremely cautious and limits her assistance, but he knows that Addie's stubbornness and strong desire will somehow prevail in the end.
In the end, their together again and in a perilous situation where their lives are at stake. This is the greatest fear for Dev, as he see's starting to repeat itself all over. The situation is handled and Addie and Dev are safe.
This is the second novel in the new Lady Adelaide Mystery book series and a departure from the author's earlier books. This is a must read for mystery lovers of the roaring 20's and the hob nobbling of the young, idle rich and sleazy, deceitful and dangerous characters who prey on them.
April 30, 2021
����😻📚Claire Bear & Mel Mel's Book Reviews 📚😻😽' Who's Sorry Now?' By Maggie Robinson
Genre: Cosy Murder Mystery.
About the book: This is the second in the Lady Adelaide series. Lady A has come back from her trip in America and she is helping her sister come to terms that her love is not returned by the man she loves. When Lady A and her sister go out on the town, she find herself confronted with another murder scene. The ghost of her husband and the detective she has passionate feelings for are both attempting to join lady A to solve this ongoing case. Yet, will they be able to stop Lady A from being one of the murderer's victims?
My Review: Another highly entertaining Lady A murder mystery! We learn more about the strong female protagonist - Lady A and her ghostly charming cheating husband. This novel is full of humour, crime and mystery. A true page turner! Lady A supports the detective to investigate the murders and their rollercoaster relationship makes you want to shout "Please just kiss the woman already!". I felt I was in the 1920s, the settings are beautifully described and it is obvious that Maggie researched the novel well. There is a brilliant balance between show and tell.
I did get lost with some of the minor characters due to the amount of them. In addition, it is disappointing that the paperback version of this novel is expensive in the UK.
Triggers - Murder, Violence, Robbery, Illegal Drugs and Martial Affairs.
I am truly enjoying the Lady Adelaide murder mystery series and I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I highly recommend this to novel to anyone who enjoys Cosy Murder Mysteries.
Disclaimer: My Book Reviews are based on my own opinions and experiences only.
If you would like to see more of my Book Reviews please visit - www.goodreads.com/clairebearmelmel
Genre: Cosy Murder Mystery.
About the book: This is the second in the Lady Adelaide series. Lady A has come back from her trip in America and she is helping her sister come to terms that her love is not returned by the man she loves. When Lady A and her sister go out on the town, she find herself confronted with another murder scene. The ghost of her husband and the detective she has passionate feelings for are both attempting to join lady A to solve this ongoing case. Yet, will they be able to stop Lady A from being one of the murderer's victims?
My Review: Another highly entertaining Lady A murder mystery! We learn more about the strong female protagonist - Lady A and her ghostly charming cheating husband. This novel is full of humour, crime and mystery. A true page turner! Lady A supports the detective to investigate the murders and their rollercoaster relationship makes you want to shout "Please just kiss the woman already!". I felt I was in the 1920s, the settings are beautifully described and it is obvious that Maggie researched the novel well. There is a brilliant balance between show and tell.
I did get lost with some of the minor characters due to the amount of them. In addition, it is disappointing that the paperback version of this novel is expensive in the UK.
Triggers - Murder, Violence, Robbery, Illegal Drugs and Martial Affairs.
I am truly enjoying the Lady Adelaide murder mystery series and I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I highly recommend this to novel to anyone who enjoys Cosy Murder Mysteries.
Disclaimer: My Book Reviews are based on my own opinions and experiences only.
If you would like to see more of my Book Reviews please visit - www.goodreads.com/clairebearmelmel
July 23, 2024
This is second in a series, but it works as a stand alone read.
Lady Adelaide is a young widow. Her late husband, Rupert, was a hero pilot in WWI. He was also a philanderer. He died in an auto accident. Now, he has returned as a ghost. Addie is the only person who can see and hear him. The two of them have a love hate relationship, he loves her and she hates that he interrupts her life at odd moments. Their friendship is one of the highlights of the story.
Addie’s sister, Cee, wants to enjoy the night life with the “Bright Young Things” in London. There is an entire generation of wealthy young people who seem to want to waste their lives. After the War, they do not believe that life is worth much. After all, they saw many of their friends leave to defeat the “Huns” and never return.
Apparently with the help of some cyanide, a few of the young people are now dead. No one knows why. When Cee is poisoned, she survives. But, Addie decides to take investigating into her own hands.
Part of her reasoning is based on her attraction to Detective Inspector Devenand Hunter.
There seems to be no rhyme or reason to the deaths. Are they connected to the girl gang which is robbing and plundering?
As the story progresses, the reader is introduced to the suspects. Each of them appear to have no reason to want to kill any of their good friends. But, it is also true that each of them have problems and difficulties in their life. People and situations are not always as they appear.
The mystery is a good one. The true villain is not too difficult to find. But, the journey to the conclusion is a terrific one.
I enjoyed the story and Addie, Dev and Rupert are all very interesting characters.
Lady Adelaide is a young widow. Her late husband, Rupert, was a hero pilot in WWI. He was also a philanderer. He died in an auto accident. Now, he has returned as a ghost. Addie is the only person who can see and hear him. The two of them have a love hate relationship, he loves her and she hates that he interrupts her life at odd moments. Their friendship is one of the highlights of the story.
Addie’s sister, Cee, wants to enjoy the night life with the “Bright Young Things” in London. There is an entire generation of wealthy young people who seem to want to waste their lives. After the War, they do not believe that life is worth much. After all, they saw many of their friends leave to defeat the “Huns” and never return.
Apparently with the help of some cyanide, a few of the young people are now dead. No one knows why. When Cee is poisoned, she survives. But, Addie decides to take investigating into her own hands.
Part of her reasoning is based on her attraction to Detective Inspector Devenand Hunter.
There seems to be no rhyme or reason to the deaths. Are they connected to the girl gang which is robbing and plundering?
As the story progresses, the reader is introduced to the suspects. Each of them appear to have no reason to want to kill any of their good friends. But, it is also true that each of them have problems and difficulties in their life. People and situations are not always as they appear.
The mystery is a good one. The true villain is not too difficult to find. But, the journey to the conclusion is a terrific one.
I enjoyed the story and Addie, Dev and Rupert are all very interesting characters.
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