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Rose Raventhorpe Investigates #1
Black Cats and Butlers
The Clockwork Sparrow meets Downton Abbey
Rose Raventhorpe loves nothing more than wandering around Yorke with her beloved butler, Argyle, listening to the stories he tells about the city. So when Argyle is murdered - the third butler to be stabbed in a week - Rose knows she must find out what really happened.
Rose's investigation leads her on a journey into a hidden world of grave robbers and duelling butlers, flamboyant magicians and the city's ancient feline guardians.
Knives aren't just for cutting cucumber sandwiches, you know . . .
Rose Raventhorpe loves nothing more than wandering around Yorke with her beloved butler, Argyle, listening to the stories he tells about the city. So when Argyle is murdered - the third butler to be stabbed in a week - Rose knows she must find out what really happened.
Rose's investigation leads her on a journey into a hidden world of grave robbers and duelling butlers, flamboyant magicians and the city's ancient feline guardians.
Knives aren't just for cutting cucumber sandwiches, you know . . .
272 pages, Paperback
First published March 9, 2017
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April 3, 2017
This is the first, in what will hopefully become a series, featuring Rose Raventhorpe. Rose lives in Yorke, daughter of Lord Frederick and Lady Constance Baron of Yorkesborough. There have been a spate of murders, with all of the victims being butlers. When Rose’s beloved butler, Argyle, is murdered, then Rose sets out to discover the culprit.
The book is set in Victorian times and there is a great sense of time and place. Secret societies and fog abound, carriages bump over cobbled roads and Rose is realistically both outgoing and intelligent, yet constrained by the customs and manners of the time. There is a little bit of magic and a group of friends that Rose comes in contact with, to help her discover the truth about the killings.
This is aimed at 8-12 year olds. There are no illustrations and the chapters are fairly long, so I would suggest it is best for more confident readers. My ten year old daughter loved it, especially the character of Rosie. She has said already that she would like to read more by this author and I think it is an assured and imaginative debut.
The book is set in Victorian times and there is a great sense of time and place. Secret societies and fog abound, carriages bump over cobbled roads and Rose is realistically both outgoing and intelligent, yet constrained by the customs and manners of the time. There is a little bit of magic and a group of friends that Rose comes in contact with, to help her discover the truth about the killings.
This is aimed at 8-12 year olds. There are no illustrations and the chapters are fairly long, so I would suggest it is best for more confident readers. My ten year old daughter loved it, especially the character of Rosie. She has said already that she would like to read more by this author and I think it is an assured and imaginative debut.
February 6, 2017
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review.
Murdered butlers, bodysnatchers and amateur-sleuths... a nice spin on the classic Victorian 'who dunnit'.
Overall, I really enjoyed reading this book. It was fast-paced, well crafted and full of fun characters.
The book follows Rose, a well-to-do young woman living in York, who finds herself tangled in a murder mystery after her family's faithful butler is murdered. In true Victorian Nancy Drew style, she throws herself into solving the mystery, with the help of some charismatic butlers, who operate a secret society and are a dab hand with weaponry.
The characters and setting are the real strength of this story. Rose is wonderfully irrepressible and I loved her gothic friend Emily - the magician butler was also a wonderful touch. The notion of an underground network buried beneath the streets of York was also a magical idea - and the eerie bodysnatchers were a nice addition.
At times, the plot became slightly unbelievable, and the supernatural element at the end didn't quite work for me - it seemed to much at odds with the glorious, down-to-earth practicality of the rest of the book. However, this didn't mar my enjoyment at all, and certainly shouldn't deter people from reading it.
I very much look forward to seeing what else this author has to offer!
Murdered butlers, bodysnatchers and amateur-sleuths... a nice spin on the classic Victorian 'who dunnit'.
Overall, I really enjoyed reading this book. It was fast-paced, well crafted and full of fun characters.
The book follows Rose, a well-to-do young woman living in York, who finds herself tangled in a murder mystery after her family's faithful butler is murdered. In true Victorian Nancy Drew style, she throws herself into solving the mystery, with the help of some charismatic butlers, who operate a secret society and are a dab hand with weaponry.
The characters and setting are the real strength of this story. Rose is wonderfully irrepressible and I loved her gothic friend Emily - the magician butler was also a wonderful touch. The notion of an underground network buried beneath the streets of York was also a magical idea - and the eerie bodysnatchers were a nice addition.
At times, the plot became slightly unbelievable, and the supernatural element at the end didn't quite work for me - it seemed to much at odds with the glorious, down-to-earth practicality of the rest of the book. However, this didn't mar my enjoyment at all, and certainly shouldn't deter people from reading it.
I very much look forward to seeing what else this author has to offer!
May 28, 2022
Now this is my kinda MG! Lol Historical fiction, detective vibe mystery MG, with great humor! YES! I also love a good Victorian story so this checks so many boxes. I love that time period so much. This is so different to any other detective like mystery MG I’ve read too-& I love that. It made itself unique, creative, & imaginative. From the cats & Guardians of Yorke, dueling butlers, the Stairs below, & more….I ate this up lol Silvercrest Hall & the whole story with the butlers(AND the cats!)is just the best! This has some gothic style darker moments too, & I just love it so much. The humor aspect that I tend to find attached to detective MG was so good in here, & felt fresh & unique in some way I can’t pinpoint exactly as well. The characters are phenomenal! Rose is a terrific MC. I ADORE the butlers so much. Such an interesting & highly enjoyable idea for a mystery MG. The writing is superb, & the vivid details the authors puts in transports you to this time period-the carriages, the cobblestone roads. Added in with how intelligent & brave Rose is, yet at the same time the author conveys how she is restricted by the times by just being a girl(ugh lol), & all the ways life was different then, down to the manner in which they speak, makes it feel like you’re there trying to solve the mystery too. Then the fog setting, the cathedral, the rooftops, & secret society’s-just so many incredible details. Plus, MG cats. The best! Lol The author even put a glossary in the back: “A List of Odd Words & Fun Facts”. I really loved that! This does deal with murder & some darker topics, so maybe upper MG-depends on what you think I guess(I don’t have kids, so don’t like to say). Highly recommend! Already finished the 2nd book & am on the 3rd! BEAUTIFUL cover by Lisa Horton too!💜
December 9, 2017
Awesome. like Trixie Belden in the 1800's. I can't wait to read the next one.
April 11, 2017
MG historical fiction with a hint of magical realism. Rose is an intrepid heroine who isn't afraid to follow the clues in the face of danger and great loss. She is aided by her overdramatic friend, Emily and by a secret society of butlers, tasked with keeping the city of Yorke safe... Looking forward to reading the next instalment!
February 7, 2021
Very very good
July 24, 2018
A great premise for a historical fiction story - a serial killer is targeting butlers and cat statuary across the city is disappearing.
I absolutely adored the secondary character of Emily Proops, who, as the side kick, I wish had been given more time on the page. Instead Rose, the feisty and strong willed main character, relies more on the assistance of the butler 'guardians' to help her solve the mystery. And, numerous times, when she finds herself in dire circumstances, one of the butlers always appears out of the blue and saves her. This in itself isn't surprising, since they each have a key to the Stairs Below.
However, I would've preferred that Rose, as the child hero, (together with Emily) was more proactive in saving herself and less reliant on adult assistance.
Middle grade readers will enjoy this story.
I absolutely adored the secondary character of Emily Proops, who, as the side kick, I wish had been given more time on the page. Instead Rose, the feisty and strong willed main character, relies more on the assistance of the butler 'guardians' to help her solve the mystery. And, numerous times, when she finds herself in dire circumstances, one of the butlers always appears out of the blue and saves her. This in itself isn't surprising, since they each have a key to the Stairs Below.
However, I would've preferred that Rose, as the child hero, (together with Emily) was more proactive in saving herself and less reliant on adult assistance.
Middle grade readers will enjoy this story.
May 1, 2024
Fajna dosyć spokojna historia, tylko ciężko uwierzyć że główna bohaterka ma 12 lat...
December 31, 2018
This was pretty cool! I love the idea of a secret society of butlers, as well as the hint of magic.
I'll definitely keep reading the series :)
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I'll definitely keep reading the series :)
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August 12, 2018
Drawn in by the unusual title and intriguing premise, I picked up the first in the Rose Raventhorpe series and discovered that it was just as good as it looked. It felt unique to other middle grade mysteries that are out just now, possibly due to the vivid, vibrant setting of Yorke, or the colourful cast of characters. I did find that at times I lost track of who characters were, so would have appreciated a list at the beginning of the book, but I really enjoyed the mystery and I didn`t guess who the murderer was. I`m really looking forward to reading Rose`s next adventure in July. 4/5
February 26, 2017
Received from NetGalley for review.
Black Cats and Butlers was so much fun to read. It’s a middle-grade murder-mystery romp through Victorian London, complete with a secret service of Butlers and ancient prophecies regarding cat statues. How could that not be a winning combination?
The story focuses on Rose Raventhorpe, a young girl with a big imagination that doesn’t quite mesh with her mother’s ideas of propriety. She adores her Butler, Argyle, and is obviously distraught when he is murdered – stabbed on the doorstep of Rose’s home and clutching a black glove – more so as Argyle’s murder is the third murder of its kind. Rose’s investigation into Argyle’s murder leads, as the blurb suggests, on a ‘journey into a hidden world of grave robbers and duelling butlers, flamboyant magicians and the city's ancient feline guardians’ and it is just as much of a fun journey as it sounds.
I absolutely adored Rose. She’s smart, imaginative, caring, and brave – a generally lovely and refreshing character to read. She makes mistakes but she always has the best intentions and wants nothing more than to find Argyle’s murderer and make sure that justice is served. The other butlers were hilarious – an elite group who are Guardians of Yorke, protecting the city and its inhabitants, and Heddsworth, Bronson, and Malone were excellent supporting characters to Rose’s investigation. Rose’s friend Emily was another hilarious addition, a wonderfully dramatic young lady in mourning for her beloved Pomeranian.
The story as a whole is brilliant – the writing is simple and easy to read, and I had such a good time reading it. It is a prime example of a fun, light read, and I found myself laughing out loud at some of the things that were happening. One of the most impressive things about this story is the atmosphere. Beacham has created an incredibly vivid world; Yorke is based on Yorkshire’s gorgeous city of York (a place I love) and it felt so real, all cobbled streets, great architecture, and hidden treasures.
It is very much a middle-grade story but I would highly recommend it for anyone wanting something light and heart-warming, I certainly found it a welcome break from the more intense novels I’ve been reading lately.
Black Cats and Butlers was so much fun to read. It’s a middle-grade murder-mystery romp through Victorian London, complete with a secret service of Butlers and ancient prophecies regarding cat statues. How could that not be a winning combination?
The story focuses on Rose Raventhorpe, a young girl with a big imagination that doesn’t quite mesh with her mother’s ideas of propriety. She adores her Butler, Argyle, and is obviously distraught when he is murdered – stabbed on the doorstep of Rose’s home and clutching a black glove – more so as Argyle’s murder is the third murder of its kind. Rose’s investigation into Argyle’s murder leads, as the blurb suggests, on a ‘journey into a hidden world of grave robbers and duelling butlers, flamboyant magicians and the city's ancient feline guardians’ and it is just as much of a fun journey as it sounds.
I absolutely adored Rose. She’s smart, imaginative, caring, and brave – a generally lovely and refreshing character to read. She makes mistakes but she always has the best intentions and wants nothing more than to find Argyle’s murderer and make sure that justice is served. The other butlers were hilarious – an elite group who are Guardians of Yorke, protecting the city and its inhabitants, and Heddsworth, Bronson, and Malone were excellent supporting characters to Rose’s investigation. Rose’s friend Emily was another hilarious addition, a wonderfully dramatic young lady in mourning for her beloved Pomeranian.
The story as a whole is brilliant – the writing is simple and easy to read, and I had such a good time reading it. It is a prime example of a fun, light read, and I found myself laughing out loud at some of the things that were happening. One of the most impressive things about this story is the atmosphere. Beacham has created an incredibly vivid world; Yorke is based on Yorkshire’s gorgeous city of York (a place I love) and it felt so real, all cobbled streets, great architecture, and hidden treasures.
It is very much a middle-grade story but I would highly recommend it for anyone wanting something light and heart-warming, I certainly found it a welcome break from the more intense novels I’ve been reading lately.
September 3, 2017
I feel bad telling y'all how much I loved this book since it's only available in the UK (although BookDepository can help you out on the cheap), but I HAVE to tell you how much I loved this book!
First of all, teen detectives are my jam, especially female teen detectives who are just trying to LIVE and be their true selves instead of sitting at home doing needlepoint. Rose Raventhorpe lives during the Victorian era in the great northern city of Yorke (BONUS: it's not in London), and finds herself in the middle of a secret society of "specially trained" butlers when her own beloved butler winds up dead. Who's killing butlers across Yorke? And why??
Have I mentioned how Loyal Butlers is another favorite trope of mine?
This book is genuinely clever, full of heart, and very easy to consume in one sitting. I already have the sequel on its way to me from the UK, and I've sent my niece a copy for her 10th birthday.
First of all, teen detectives are my jam, especially female teen detectives who are just trying to LIVE and be their true selves instead of sitting at home doing needlepoint. Rose Raventhorpe lives during the Victorian era in the great northern city of Yorke (BONUS: it's not in London), and finds herself in the middle of a secret society of "specially trained" butlers when her own beloved butler winds up dead. Who's killing butlers across Yorke? And why??
Have I mentioned how Loyal Butlers is another favorite trope of mine?
This book is genuinely clever, full of heart, and very easy to consume in one sitting. I already have the sequel on its way to me from the UK, and I've sent my niece a copy for her 10th birthday.
July 28, 2022
I want to go to York after reading this to find the cat statues.
April 2, 2017
When something happens to Rose Raventhorpe's beloved butler and friend Argyle, she is devastated. Strange things begin to happen in her Victorian city of Yorke and she is intrigued by the missing cat statues that Argyle told her are protecting the city.
A prophecy says if the cats disappear, terrible things will befall Yorke. Determined to find Argyle's killer, Rose discovers a secret society, a labyrinth of tunnels below Yorke and a mystery that must be solved.
Any young mystery fans will love Rose's adventures. This is the first in a series.
A prophecy says if the cats disappear, terrible things will befall Yorke. Determined to find Argyle's killer, Rose discovers a secret society, a labyrinth of tunnels below Yorke and a mystery that must be solved.
Any young mystery fans will love Rose's adventures. This is the first in a series.
September 25, 2022
I always feel a bit conflicted reviewing middle-grade books, as I'm definitely not the target audience for them. I do enjoy them, but this one fell a bit flat for me. I just had trouble getting invested. I mixed up the characters a bit and just had a hard time getting into it. I enjoyed the atmosphere and the writing, though, so I'd still recommend it as a fun middle-grade mystery. It just wasn't for me.
October 15, 2017
This was a cute little mystery, ideal for younger teen readers.
When Rose's butler is murdered she is drawn into a secret world, where butlers are trained guardians for the city. There she finds the truth behind the legendary cat statues guarding the city.
Rose is a great heroine and I look forward to reading more from this series.
When Rose's butler is murdered she is drawn into a secret world, where butlers are trained guardians for the city. There she finds the truth behind the legendary cat statues guarding the city.
Rose is a great heroine and I look forward to reading more from this series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 8, 2020
The plot of this book makes absolutely no sense. Clumsily written, too.
December 30, 2025
Jak na Dwukropek spodziewam się czegoś lepszego 😕
June 24, 2022
"Black Cats and Butlers" is a pleasant, satisfying book to read, and I recommend it not only for children but also for adults. The plot is delightfully quaint and focuses on strange murders that have been happening in the city of York aimed at... butlers.
Rose Raventhorpe, the 14-year-old heroine, is the rich daughter of a lord and diplomat in 19th-century England who suddenly finds herself caught up in a plot involving gravediggers, disappearing cat statues, murdered butlers and a top-notch Butler's Academy that not only trains the butlers of York to be perfect professionals in their field, but also to be the guardians of the city.
A butler who graduates from Silvercrest Hall must be good not only at carving paper-thin slices of cucumber for the sandwiches served during afternoon tea but must also be a master swordsman. My impression is that "Killing your enemy with class" could be the motto of the butlers turned out at Silvercrest Hall.
During a time when butlers and servants in general were considered mere walking pieces of furniture, it's refreshing to see that butlers could have their own institutions and be members of a secret society that protects its city and fights crime in a most gentlemanlike manner. I found Janine Beacham's focus on the butlers of York absolutely unique and highly entertaining.
Rose Raventhorpe, the 14-year-old heroine, is the rich daughter of a lord and diplomat in 19th-century England who suddenly finds herself caught up in a plot involving gravediggers, disappearing cat statues, murdered butlers and a top-notch Butler's Academy that not only trains the butlers of York to be perfect professionals in their field, but also to be the guardians of the city.
A butler who graduates from Silvercrest Hall must be good not only at carving paper-thin slices of cucumber for the sandwiches served during afternoon tea but must also be a master swordsman. My impression is that "Killing your enemy with class" could be the motto of the butlers turned out at Silvercrest Hall.
During a time when butlers and servants in general were considered mere walking pieces of furniture, it's refreshing to see that butlers could have their own institutions and be members of a secret society that protects its city and fights crime in a most gentlemanlike manner. I found Janine Beacham's focus on the butlers of York absolutely unique and highly entertaining.
February 13, 2021
This was a book which I throughly enjoyed!
It is counted in all of my favourite genres- Mystery , Thriller , Fantasy , Fiction , a little spooky.
AND IT IS A MURDER MYSTERY.❤️😇
When Lady Constance reads the newspaper to her daughter - Rose , that two buttlers have been murdered in their town and the murderer is named -BLACK GLOVE because everytime he kills , he leaves a black glove on the body .......
Rose gets worried about her own buttler-Argrlye . She warns him to be aware ...... but unfortunately , Argrlye was found dead ( in the hallyway of their own house) at night on Rose’s 12th Birthday party.
Now, Rose is very sad, and is determined to uncover the culprit. Her investigation leads her on a journey to a hiddem world .
I kept guessing till the last chapter that who could the murderer be? And I was quite surprised when they unmasked the murderer.
I liked this book so much!❤️
Go for it! 😇
It is counted in all of my favourite genres- Mystery , Thriller , Fantasy , Fiction , a little spooky.
AND IT IS A MURDER MYSTERY.❤️😇
When Lady Constance reads the newspaper to her daughter - Rose , that two buttlers have been murdered in their town and the murderer is named -BLACK GLOVE because everytime he kills , he leaves a black glove on the body .......
Rose gets worried about her own buttler-Argrlye . She warns him to be aware ...... but unfortunately , Argrlye was found dead ( in the hallyway of their own house) at night on Rose’s 12th Birthday party.
Now, Rose is very sad, and is determined to uncover the culprit. Her investigation leads her on a journey to a hiddem world .
I kept guessing till the last chapter that who could the murderer be? And I was quite surprised when they unmasked the murderer.
I liked this book so much!❤️
Go for it! 😇
May 31, 2017
I thoroughly enjoyed this fast paced middle grade fiction. A perfect combination of a feisty protagonist, mystery and adventure.
Rose Raventhorpe has basically been raised by Argyle, the family butler. Argyle is murdered on Rose's birthday and she discovers there was more to him than she ever thought possible.
Rose refuses to sit idly by as the cats who watch over the town disappear and the murderer stays at large. It is this tenacious aspect of her character that drew me in from the start of the book.
A great introduction into historical fiction and the classic Victorian murder mystery genre (complete with Lords, butlers and bodysnatchers).
Overall a great fun read, perfect for fans of Wings & Co and EJ Spy School. I highly recommend this book.
Danielle Lacey
Three Four Knock on the Door
Independent Children's Bookshop
Rose Raventhorpe has basically been raised by Argyle, the family butler. Argyle is murdered on Rose's birthday and she discovers there was more to him than she ever thought possible.
Rose refuses to sit idly by as the cats who watch over the town disappear and the murderer stays at large. It is this tenacious aspect of her character that drew me in from the start of the book.
A great introduction into historical fiction and the classic Victorian murder mystery genre (complete with Lords, butlers and bodysnatchers).
Overall a great fun read, perfect for fans of Wings & Co and EJ Spy School. I highly recommend this book.
Danielle Lacey
Three Four Knock on the Door
Independent Children's Bookshop
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March 13, 2022It was very good the whole point of a duel over a table cloth is just so silly to me that i found it quite funny. I loved this book so much and I think that the whole thing was just a masterpiece of comedy, death, house work and butlers shenanigans. I laughed the whole way through.and there is nothing that I can critique about it if I think really hard then mabey expand more into the relationship between our main character and her original butler than was originaly was. This is a very small thing the book was almost perfect and I would recomend it to anyone who likes fantasy victorian Jack the ripper style murders.
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November 6, 2025Black Cats and Butlers was a sweet mystery with so much potential. I would have liked to have seen Rose Raventhorpe lead the charge a little bit more.
September 19, 2017
Enjoyed this book which I happened on by chance as it was shelved with adult fiction. in the library.
Its middle grade fiction - so I'm not the intended readership. The story was fast paced and exciting. It appealed to me for the crime content- butlers those bastions of respectability being murdered. Additionally I was fascinated to learn about the cat statues of York England being stolen. Note there really are statues of cats on buildings in York in reality. Rose Ravensthorpe is a feisty and determined character and I can certainly see the potentiate for further adventures. A lot of fun!
Its middle grade fiction - so I'm not the intended readership. The story was fast paced and exciting. It appealed to me for the crime content- butlers those bastions of respectability being murdered. Additionally I was fascinated to learn about the cat statues of York England being stolen. Note there really are statues of cats on buildings in York in reality. Rose Ravensthorpe is a feisty and determined character and I can certainly see the potentiate for further adventures. A lot of fun!
December 29, 2017
This was such a fun read! I grabbed it from my local indie book store not realising it was a kids book, but I still quite enjoyed it. Rose is a 12 year old only daughter of one of the local aristocracy, who gets caught up in a murder mystery, and must help catch the killer with the help of the city's invisible guardians. With prophecies, secret passageways, a dash of fabulous misdirection and some delightfully earnest Victorian Gothic mixed in, I would liken it to Nancy Drew or the Hardy Boys, crossed with the intrigue of Northanger Abbey. Lots of fun, and now on my 11yo's shelf. Because really, who doesn't love a secret society traversing the city in underground tunnels?
June 30, 2020
Nie mam pojęcia dlaczego „Koty i kamerdynerzy” zbierają raczej negatywne opinie wśród polskich czytelników (a przynajmniej na to wskazują oceny na Lubimyczytac.pl). W moim odczuciu to doskonała pozycja dla młodszych czytelników, którzy uwielbiają rozwiązywać zagadki detektywistyczne. Janine Beacham udało się uchwycić niesamowity klimat wiktoriańskiej Anglii (mgliste uliczki, tajne stowarzyszenia, etykieta), a ponad to wykreować charakterną i niezwykle inteligentną bohaterkę.
October 20, 2017
A gripping story, which just keeps unfolding as its mysteries deepen, the first Rose Raventhorpe mystery is simply excellent. Beautifully written and evocatively set in a reimagined 'Yorke', the book takes the reader on a journey as labyrinthine as the Stairs Below, but one in which we can never put a foot wrong due to Janine Beacham's masterful writing. An assured debut.
March 7, 2018
It might be blood soaked but we're still in the kiddies pool. There's no deep end to be had at all. Both intrigue and characters are presented with a somewhat sketchy and superficial haste.
Now if you're nine that's probably fine, but for older children (and positively ancient, like myself) it's just an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bit flat. There's humour, charm and adventure, sure, but the plot doesn't exactly grip you and even Rose herself feels like an unknown entity. Spunky but unknown. (The only one who really gets to you with his first wink is Argyle the Butler, but what do you know, he doesn't live long.) So...
A 3 star average concoction with the hope of some further fleshing out in the installments to come. When a children's book is written just right it can appeal to even the oldest of us and that's what I'm waiting for here.
Now if you're nine that's probably fine, but for older children (and positively ancient, like myself) it's just an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bit flat. There's humour, charm and adventure, sure, but the plot doesn't exactly grip you and even Rose herself feels like an unknown entity. Spunky but unknown. (The only one who really gets to you with his first wink is Argyle the Butler, but what do you know, he doesn't live long.) So...
A 3 star average concoction with the hope of some further fleshing out in the installments to come. When a children's book is written just right it can appeal to even the oldest of us and that's what I'm waiting for here.
August 22, 2020
This book was great! The first chapter was a little boring but starting from the end of the second chapter, things started getting interesting. I loved the bonds between Rose and her friends and how they all worked together. I would love to read more about Rose's adventures in Yorke in Victorian times. Looking forward for the next two books!! 😊😊
May 1, 2018
A nice cosy mystery set in fictional Victorian Yorke - well-written and should appeal to readers who enjoy Robin Stevens' Murder Most Unladylike and so on. I would definitely look for more in this series.
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