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Herringford and Watts Mysteries #1.5
Of Dubious and Questionable Memory
Ne'er-Do-Wells of New England—You've Been Warned!
Merinda Herringford and Jem Watts are never lacking for mysteries of the curious and commonplace, but lately business has been a little less curious and a lot more common.
With only missing jewelry and a kidnapped rooster on the case docket, Merinda is bored stiff. Jem welcomes the reprieve as she settles into married life, attempting to learn the domestic skills that have cunningly evaded her as a bachelor girl detective.
The lull in business is short-lived when a telegram arrives from the detective duo's suffragette friend, Martha Kingston, detailing the mysterious disappearance of a school chum's sister in Concord, Massachusetts.
No sooner do Jem and Merinda arrive in the States to investigate than they find themselves embroiled in a world of strange affairs, purloined letters, and a baffling mystery whose clues lead directly to Orchard House, the homestead made famous by its long-time resident, Louisa May Alcott.
Merinda Herringford and Jem Watts are never lacking for mysteries of the curious and commonplace, but lately business has been a little less curious and a lot more common.
With only missing jewelry and a kidnapped rooster on the case docket, Merinda is bored stiff. Jem welcomes the reprieve as she settles into married life, attempting to learn the domestic skills that have cunningly evaded her as a bachelor girl detective.
The lull in business is short-lived when a telegram arrives from the detective duo's suffragette friend, Martha Kingston, detailing the mysterious disappearance of a school chum's sister in Concord, Massachusetts.
No sooner do Jem and Merinda arrive in the States to investigate than they find themselves embroiled in a world of strange affairs, purloined letters, and a baffling mystery whose clues lead directly to Orchard House, the homestead made famous by its long-time resident, Louisa May Alcott.
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First published January 1, 2016
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Rachel McMillan
31 books1,168 followersRachel McMillan is the author of over 20 novels including the bestselling The London Restoration and The Mozart Code and the upcoming Operation Scarlet. She has also co-written The Liberty Scarf and The Castle Keepers with Aimie K Runyan and J'nell Ciesielski. Her works of non-fiction include Dream, Plan and Go: A Travel Guide for Independent Adventure and the upcoming: An Aim at Eternity: The Life of Christopher Wren. Rachel lives in Toronto where she works as a literary agent and is always planning her next trip to Vienna.
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December 31, 2018
Things that Happen in This Novella:
Jasper commandeers one of the new police motorcycles
Ray DeLuca makes jam
Jem and Merinda search Boston and Concord for a missing girl
If you think that A Scandal in Bohemia and Little Women can't go hand in hand, this novella might prove you wrong.
I think 'tis a hoot and a holler--- but, I know you can't take my ultra-biased word for it <3
Jasper commandeers one of the new police motorcycles
Ray DeLuca makes jam
Jem and Merinda search Boston and Concord for a missing girl
If you think that A Scandal in Bohemia and Little Women can't go hand in hand, this novella might prove you wrong.
I think 'tis a hoot and a holler--- but, I know you can't take my ultra-biased word for it <3
August 30, 2017
What happens when a former bachelor girl detective marries? Why, her partner simply has to travel down the street rather than the hall to stir up trouble and invite her friend on the case. Even with Jem now married to her dream guy, Ray DeLuca, Merinda still expects them to stay a team, and Jem couldn't stay away from detective-hood if she tried. When the two are contacted about a missing woman in Boston, they hop a train in no time flat, off to solve another mystery. Yet not without the disapproval of Ray and Jasper, who think Merinda and Jem are being a bit too reckless with their careers. Once in Boston, the two find it strange that the sister of the missing girl, Del, isn't more upset than she is. Even more so that the police gave up searching for her after little effort, and that no one in town seems to know who she is.
I think this is my favorite book in The Herringford and Watts Series so far, and that's saying a lot considering how much I enjoyed the other two books in the series. Little Women is one of my all-time favorite books, and I so loved reading about Jem and Merinda visiting Orchard House (that is on my bucket list!) and finding a copy of Little Women in Del's things. Rachel simply has knack for packing a lot of content into a small package and making it work. Though this novella is only 56 pages long, there is still much mystery and intrigue, wit, and deals with some of the issues between Jem and Ray. And it all works. For a short time in the book, I was almost put out with Ray, yet when he explained himself to Jem, I forgave him for his outburst at Jasper's birthday party. And he made lemon jam for her, and that definitely helped to smooth things over.
All in all, Of Dubious and Questionable Memory is, in my opinion, the best installment of this sparkling series yet. I enjoyed every bit of it, and look forward to more of Jem and Merinda's (and Ray and Jasper's) adventures.
I think this is my favorite book in The Herringford and Watts Series so far, and that's saying a lot considering how much I enjoyed the other two books in the series. Little Women is one of my all-time favorite books, and I so loved reading about Jem and Merinda visiting Orchard House (that is on my bucket list!) and finding a copy of Little Women in Del's things. Rachel simply has knack for packing a lot of content into a small package and making it work. Though this novella is only 56 pages long, there is still much mystery and intrigue, wit, and deals with some of the issues between Jem and Ray. And it all works. For a short time in the book, I was almost put out with Ray, yet when he explained himself to Jem, I forgave him for his outburst at Jasper's birthday party. And he made lemon jam for her, and that definitely helped to smooth things over.
All in all, Of Dubious and Questionable Memory is, in my opinion, the best installment of this sparkling series yet. I enjoyed every bit of it, and look forward to more of Jem and Merinda's (and Ray and Jasper's) adventures.
June 11, 2017
"It could have been avoided had we not accused Henry Tipton, Chief of Police, of stealing his neighbor's rooster."
And so it begins; Merinda Herringford and Jemima Watts "DeLuca", determining to save face while solving their next mystery; blessedly outside the walls of the despicable St.Jerome's Reformatory for Vagrant and Incorrigible Females, where they found themselves after the rooter fiasco. Between Merinda's friend, Inspector Jasper Forth, and Jemima's husband, journalist Ray DeLuca; losing a little wager is not an option.
Travelling from Toronto to Boston, determined to solve the case-of-the-missing-sister, the two sleuths follow slim leads before they come to an obvious conclusion, no one there appears to be concerned that the young lady is missing, which is most curious, indeed.
Enjoy following every lead, as Herringford and Watts strive to redeem their reputation.
And so it begins; Merinda Herringford and Jemima Watts "DeLuca", determining to save face while solving their next mystery; blessedly outside the walls of the despicable St.Jerome's Reformatory for Vagrant and Incorrigible Females, where they found themselves after the rooter fiasco. Between Merinda's friend, Inspector Jasper Forth, and Jemima's husband, journalist Ray DeLuca; losing a little wager is not an option.
Travelling from Toronto to Boston, determined to solve the case-of-the-missing-sister, the two sleuths follow slim leads before they come to an obvious conclusion, no one there appears to be concerned that the young lady is missing, which is most curious, indeed.
Enjoy following every lead, as Herringford and Watts strive to redeem their reputation.
June 1, 2016
After a disasterous escapade landing them in prison for the night, Miranda and Jem are more determined than ever to prove their abilities as lady detectives. A new case draws them stateside in search of a missing heiress in Concord, Massachusetts.
These two characters seem to find themselves in some funny predicaments, muddling their way to a solution. Their tendencies to act first and think second wind up hurting more than helping those they care about. A good lesson for us all. Jem and Ray are newlyweds trying to find an even keel, learning to communicate and work out their differences. Miranda is learning how to think before she speaks--not an easy task for her--and appreciate her friendship with Jasper. Loved all the references to the historical sights and people in Concord, especially Louisa May Alcott. What a unique setting for a story. Made me want to visit!
A fun quick read! Helps to read book one to appreciate the story better, and understand the background of the characters. Recommend! 4.5 stars
These two characters seem to find themselves in some funny predicaments, muddling their way to a solution. Their tendencies to act first and think second wind up hurting more than helping those they care about. A good lesson for us all. Jem and Ray are newlyweds trying to find an even keel, learning to communicate and work out their differences. Miranda is learning how to think before she speaks--not an easy task for her--and appreciate her friendship with Jasper. Loved all the references to the historical sights and people in Concord, especially Louisa May Alcott. What a unique setting for a story. Made me want to visit!
A fun quick read! Helps to read book one to appreciate the story better, and understand the background of the characters. Recommend! 4.5 stars
May 31, 2016
What is better than Merinda and Jem coming to America? Not just any part of America but where Louisa May Alcott lived. With the returning women detectives, I couldn't wait to see them solve this mystery. From a lost rooster and a missing woman to problems adjusting to life as a newlywed, Merinda and Jem took me another adventure, which I willing went along with. The main problem I had with this novella was that it was too short. The pages zoomed by, and before I knew it, the story was finished, and the mystery solved. I really can't wait for the next book A Lesson in Love and Murder. Write faster, Rachel!!!
May 16, 2017
As is always the case with a story boasting Rachel McMillan's name, this novella (falling between 'Love & Murder' and novella #2.5) is cute, witty and fun.
Jem and Merinda pursue the consulting cases that never cease to fall into their path.
Ray continues to express exasperation at the girls rushing headlong into everything.
Jasper continues to pine for a girl who doesn't seem to notice he exists.
And so the story goes. As usual, these characters work their way into our hearts and remain there.
Read January 2017!
Jem and Merinda pursue the consulting cases that never cease to fall into their path.
Ray continues to express exasperation at the girls rushing headlong into everything.
Jasper continues to pine for a girl who doesn't seem to notice he exists.
And so the story goes. As usual, these characters work their way into our hearts and remain there.
Read January 2017!
May 11, 2017
Maybe I should have started with the first book in the series. I don't know. I found the story uninteresting. May be it just me, but a stolen rooster? Then a crime that is...well I can't give away spoilers.
Humor is really hard to write. What was supposed to be funny I didn't find funny. Oh well.
I loved the book cover....but you know what they say.
Humor is really hard to write. What was supposed to be funny I didn't find funny. Oh well.
I loved the book cover....but you know what they say.
May 21, 2017
Lady detective duo Herringford and Watts are at it again in 1911 Toronto, with the case of...a kidnapped rooster. Not much danger there. However, when they receive word from a suffragette friend about an affianced woman gone missing, the case will bring Merinda and Jem to the United States in Of Dubious and Questionable Memory by author Rachel McMillan.
So! Another fun mystery short along the way of this detective series. Only, well, I wouldn't call it much of a mystery. And I'm not saying that because there's no murder, as murder mysteries aren't the only mysteries around.
The story has nice nods to Little Women and Orchard House that fans of Louisa May Alcott can appreciate. There's much ado about married life, the antics of friends, workers' rights, and, yes, even hubbub about a rooster. But the actual mystery elements might only take up half of the novella or less.
Hence, I'd tell readers looking for stunning sleuth work not to get their hopes up here, but it's a worthwhile read to learn more about the characters in the series. On to the next Herringford and Watts novel...
So! Another fun mystery short along the way of this detective series. Only, well, I wouldn't call it much of a mystery. And I'm not saying that because there's no murder, as murder mysteries aren't the only mysteries around.
The story has nice nods to Little Women and Orchard House that fans of Louisa May Alcott can appreciate. There's much ado about married life, the antics of friends, workers' rights, and, yes, even hubbub about a rooster. But the actual mystery elements might only take up half of the novella or less.
Hence, I'd tell readers looking for stunning sleuth work not to get their hopes up here, but it's a worthwhile read to learn more about the characters in the series. On to the next Herringford and Watts novel...
March 14, 2024
Another cozy mystery adventure with Merinda and Jem.
It was fun to see how they had to manage their personal relationships with their desire to solve mysteries and being known as great detectives, even if that is not expected from ladies.
I enjoyed the scenes involving the house Louisa May Alcott lived in.
*I read the ebook copy on Everand.*
It was fun to see how they had to manage their personal relationships with their desire to solve mysteries and being known as great detectives, even if that is not expected from ladies.
I enjoyed the scenes involving the house Louisa May Alcott lived in.
*I read the ebook copy on Everand.*
June 5, 2016
Yet again, a fun and cozy little mystery from Rachel McMillan. Classic Jem & Merinda antics. Sweet Ray. A chicken, motorized bicycles, & a trip to the US!!!! Specifically, Concord and Orchard House, with a nod to Little Women and other notable historical figures. Fans of mystery, history, or the previous books in this series will love this little glimpse into what's going on with the Herringford and Watts girls.
October 19, 2016
Witty novella continuing the adventures of Herringford and Watt's. Macmillan blends skill and humor in her mysteries that address such serious topics as the conditions of the factory worker and women's rights in the early twentieth century. This is just a glimpse of the enjoyable experience that awaits the reader in a full novel in this series. I recommend this series to lovers of historical mysteries.
March 2, 2022
Challenges: March Mystery Madness 2022/2 X 2 - Book features two sleuths/first of two books needed to finish a series; Reading Goal Posts/Stacking the Series - Priority Three/Level One (finished series to be read for completion). A respectful nod to Conan Doyle's Sherlock tale 'A Scandal in Bohemia' very apropos as a companion read along challenge for March Mystery Madness. An important little story that addresses the role of women in marriage, in this case for those who come from monied, professional or privileged families. Two women stand up to this strict societal rule and find happiness instead. Reminds me of a woman who goes missing in one of Christie's Tommy and Tuppence stories and of the mental anguish of women who find themselves trapped in expected marriage roles in 'The Yellow Wall-paper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. My favorite Herringford and Watts story so far.
March 18, 2023
This novella is quick and witty. Merinda and Jem are spunky and clever. Shenanigans abound when these two are involved!
Recommend to readers who enjoy historical mysteries.
I purchased my copy. I've expressed my honest view.
Recommend to readers who enjoy historical mysteries.
I purchased my copy. I've expressed my honest view.
August 11, 2017
That was good!!! :)
January 18, 2019
Very good historical mystery / short story. Loving this series.
November 22, 2019
#poppyreads2019
March 9, 2021
Amusing
Two lady detectives in Canada are arrested by the Morality Squad. When released, they receive an invitation to find a missing woman in Concord, Massachusetts.
Two lady detectives in Canada are arrested by the Morality Squad. When released, they receive an invitation to find a missing woman in Concord, Massachusetts.
July 18, 2024
I had a good time reading the second novella in this series! Merinda and Jem have a mix of Sherlock Holmes and Watson with Lucy and Ethel shenanigans, which I am so here for!
June 23, 2025
Not much more than a short story. And not a very interesting one at that. I still have no idea what the title is referring to.
April 20, 2022
3½ Stars
I thought this novella was decent. This story takes place a few months after the first book. Herringford and Watts are asked to go to Boston to solve a disappearance. The story was not super interesting to me, and I struggled to continue. The writing was great, but I just didn't think it was as interesting as I hoped. It is apart from the series, so I would still recommend reading it.
I thought this novella was decent. This story takes place a few months after the first book. Herringford and Watts are asked to go to Boston to solve a disappearance. The story was not super interesting to me, and I struggled to continue. The writing was great, but I just didn't think it was as interesting as I hoped. It is apart from the series, so I would still recommend reading it.
December 19, 2023
Merinda really is the epitome of an overprivileged twat and I am so sick of revisionist historical fiction. It’s always the white saviour woman, unconventional and of ‘independent’ means. This of course is code for mummy and daddy pay her an allowance which shields her from the realities of life so that she can merrily flout conventions without repercussions. Failing that there are her working class friends she can use to get her out of any scrapes.
Of course also included are the underprivileged who have their use as Christian homilies “children who hunger, who long for warmth and love. That’s the essence of God, isn’t it? Love.”
Cracker jacks what fun!
Of course also included are the underprivileged who have their use as Christian homilies “children who hunger, who long for warmth and love. That’s the essence of God, isn’t it? Love.”
Cracker jacks what fun!
June 8, 2016
FIRST, I AM IN LOVE WITH HER COVER STYLE! Round of applause to artist, Nicole Dougherty!!!
•°• ENJOYABLY DIVERTING •°•
October 1911, Toronto, Canada to start, and then moving on to Concord & Boston, Massachusetts, America
Told in first person, again, by Jem
So smack me, because I could not wait for the full length book to arrive in the post, and I downloaded this eNovella which comes AFTER that book and read it out of order! Oh, well. I loved it! However, you really should read them in order, because this caused some spoilers for me. This is a light and fun mystery, which follows our two female detectives on another adventure; dressing in disguise, bantering with their love interests, and sometimes jumping on the gun on possible outcomes. This time around, they are to track down a friend of a friend’s missing sister in America. The clues they follow send them in the direction of Louisa May Alcott’s famous Orchard House. Read more about Orchard House on their FB page here: https://www.facebook.com/louisamayalc...
FUN LEMONNY STUFF: I FB messaged the author regarding lemon jam and lemon sandwiches, which were mentioned in the story. I had never heard of either.
Ch. 7 - “Ray DeLuca, this delicious.” “My Nonna made it when Vi and I were little,” he explained. “She taught me how. Said I could impress a girl someday.”
Rachel kindly sent me two recipe links for lemon jam & lemon curd, http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2...
“Lemon curd is one of my FAVOURITE things in tarts and sandwiches” -Rachel McMillan
http://allrecipes.com/recipe/53683/pe...
Amusing Quotes: Ch. 3 - “Rather ridiculous, I thought,” George sniffed. “Wouldn’t want a woman of mine dressing in trousers.” Though his tone was cordial, his words had Mirinda gripping her soup spoon so tightly her knuckles went white.”
Throughout the stories, a favorite quote of Mirinda’s is “Cracker jacks!” I love how she says this!!!
Faith: Love is the essence of God. (faith is lightly sprinkled in this book).
Tea Moments:
Ch. 3 - I rearranged my hair and happily accepted the teacup and biscuits the maid brought on a tray.
Ch. 7 – On our last morning in Boston, we sat at tea, while the chauffeur saw to our luggage.
DO: read her dedications. She quotes Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock, sharing her inspiration for the titles of her books!
This author is very approachable through her FB page: https://www.facebook.com/rachkmc
I purchased and downloaded this eNovella from Amazon. Overall, I would recommend this book to a friend.
5 stars
© May 31, 2015 Harvest House Pub.
7 chapters + epilogue
Read: 6/02/2016 Reviewed: 6/7/2016
Others In Series: *A Singular & Whimsical Problem – A Herringford and Watts Mystery (eNovella) 12/2015 / *The Bachelor Girl’s Guide to Murder 04/01/2016 / *A Lesson in Love and Murder 9/1/2016
•°• ENJOYABLY DIVERTING •°•
October 1911, Toronto, Canada to start, and then moving on to Concord & Boston, Massachusetts, America
Told in first person, again, by Jem
So smack me, because I could not wait for the full length book to arrive in the post, and I downloaded this eNovella which comes AFTER that book and read it out of order! Oh, well. I loved it! However, you really should read them in order, because this caused some spoilers for me. This is a light and fun mystery, which follows our two female detectives on another adventure; dressing in disguise, bantering with their love interests, and sometimes jumping on the gun on possible outcomes. This time around, they are to track down a friend of a friend’s missing sister in America. The clues they follow send them in the direction of Louisa May Alcott’s famous Orchard House. Read more about Orchard House on their FB page here: https://www.facebook.com/louisamayalc...
FUN LEMONNY STUFF: I FB messaged the author regarding lemon jam and lemon sandwiches, which were mentioned in the story. I had never heard of either.
Ch. 7 - “Ray DeLuca, this delicious.” “My Nonna made it when Vi and I were little,” he explained. “She taught me how. Said I could impress a girl someday.”
Rachel kindly sent me two recipe links for lemon jam & lemon curd, http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2...
“Lemon curd is one of my FAVOURITE things in tarts and sandwiches” -Rachel McMillan
http://allrecipes.com/recipe/53683/pe...
Amusing Quotes: Ch. 3 - “Rather ridiculous, I thought,” George sniffed. “Wouldn’t want a woman of mine dressing in trousers.” Though his tone was cordial, his words had Mirinda gripping her soup spoon so tightly her knuckles went white.”
Throughout the stories, a favorite quote of Mirinda’s is “Cracker jacks!” I love how she says this!!!
Faith: Love is the essence of God. (faith is lightly sprinkled in this book).
Tea Moments:
Ch. 3 - I rearranged my hair and happily accepted the teacup and biscuits the maid brought on a tray.
Ch. 7 – On our last morning in Boston, we sat at tea, while the chauffeur saw to our luggage.
DO: read her dedications. She quotes Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock, sharing her inspiration for the titles of her books!
This author is very approachable through her FB page: https://www.facebook.com/rachkmc
I purchased and downloaded this eNovella from Amazon. Overall, I would recommend this book to a friend.
5 stars
© May 31, 2015 Harvest House Pub.
7 chapters + epilogue
Read: 6/02/2016 Reviewed: 6/7/2016
Others In Series: *A Singular & Whimsical Problem – A Herringford and Watts Mystery (eNovella) 12/2015 / *The Bachelor Girl’s Guide to Murder 04/01/2016 / *A Lesson in Love and Murder 9/1/2016
May 1, 2018
Awwww. How dare women wear pants and solve crimes? This is quality sticking your nose in someone else’s business, but it all turning out ok in the end. I love these 2 sleuths.
June 28, 2016
I've read the first two in this marvellous series and continue to delight in McMillan's dynamic duo, the ensemble cast and authorial voice.
Merinda and Jem are employed to solve a crime in Boston, America having spent an unpleasant evening in the lockup as guests of Toronto's Morality Squad having been set up by the latter. Off to explore the wonders of the North East they pay homage to some famous people's places such as Louisa May Alcott. With tremendous attention to detail McMillan takes her reader on a nostalgic journey while her two feisty detectives attempt to solve a missing person case.
Like the previous two episodes I had a smile on my face as I read the madcap adventures of Merinda and Jem. McMillan's turn of phrase continues to be refreshingly playful even though she addresses some pertinent issues that we continue to grapple with today. The role of women, professional equality and marrying for love versus duty are handled subtly as they're woven through the story.
Our two leads continue to grow and their male companions: Ray DeLuca and Jasper Forth play significant supporting roles. DeLuca's lemon jam making revelation and outline of his expectations of Jem were a lovely touch in developing him into a well-rounded hero.
I'm so looking forward to the next adventure.
Merinda and Jem are employed to solve a crime in Boston, America having spent an unpleasant evening in the lockup as guests of Toronto's Morality Squad having been set up by the latter. Off to explore the wonders of the North East they pay homage to some famous people's places such as Louisa May Alcott. With tremendous attention to detail McMillan takes her reader on a nostalgic journey while her two feisty detectives attempt to solve a missing person case.
Like the previous two episodes I had a smile on my face as I read the madcap adventures of Merinda and Jem. McMillan's turn of phrase continues to be refreshingly playful even though she addresses some pertinent issues that we continue to grapple with today. The role of women, professional equality and marrying for love versus duty are handled subtly as they're woven through the story.
Our two leads continue to grow and their male companions: Ray DeLuca and Jasper Forth play significant supporting roles. DeLuca's lemon jam making revelation and outline of his expectations of Jem were a lovely touch in developing him into a well-rounded hero.
I'm so looking forward to the next adventure.
June 3, 2016
Herringford & Watts, the notorious female detectives of Toronto, have been hired to solve a kidnapping in America! Travel with Merinda and Jem to Boston and the historic sites of Wright's Tavern and Orchard House in Concord. There are many references to Little Women, Sherlock Holmes, and of course mystery and danger around every corner.
Waiting for a book to release in a series that I LOVE...is pure agony. However, the wait is made sweeter when we get special novellas in between! Of Dubious & Questionable Memory is the second novella in the Herringford & Watts series. Highly recommended to read AFTER The Bachelor Girl's Guide to Murder...NOT before! Otherwise you will receive some major spoilers. I enjoyed this story just as much as the previous books and loved the new setting in America. Rachel McMillan is a brilliant author and I can't wait for the next installment of Herringford & Watts releasing September 1st.
★★★★★ - You have bewitched me, body and soul.
Waiting for a book to release in a series that I LOVE...is pure agony. However, the wait is made sweeter when we get special novellas in between! Of Dubious & Questionable Memory is the second novella in the Herringford & Watts series. Highly recommended to read AFTER The Bachelor Girl's Guide to Murder...NOT before! Otherwise you will receive some major spoilers. I enjoyed this story just as much as the previous books and loved the new setting in America. Rachel McMillan is a brilliant author and I can't wait for the next installment of Herringford & Watts releasing September 1st.
★★★★★ - You have bewitched me, body and soul.
February 2, 2017
Review to come.
January 8, 2022
A quick short story, I liked the locations and the timeframe.
March 30, 2017
October 1911, with not much happening Herringford and Watts travel to Concord via Boston to look for a missing heiress.
An interesting short novella mystery.
An interesting short novella mystery.
April 22, 2017
When is a mystery not a mystery? Hmm. The "mystery" didn't start until about 40% of the way into the book. The first part was Merinda recklessly getting herself and Jem into trouble, then Merinda saying mean things about Jasper at his birthday party (after he helped get them out of trouble!) and Jem totally not getting that her husband was worried about her, not angry. I think it was meant to be funny, but it didn't work for me.
Once the mystery started, it was quickly clear to me how it was going to end. I mean, the woman hired them because they were women and because she liked laughing at their antics. My potential enjoyment of watching them attempt to solve the mystery was hampered by the fact that there were 6 gaps in the ebook I downloaded, and a good bit of time passed in those gaps. Much of their investigating happened in those gaps. Luckily, I got this ebook for free. The overall theme seemed to be that marriage was a confining cage. Not really what I expected from a Christian publisher.
Once the mystery started, it was quickly clear to me how it was going to end. I mean, the woman hired them because they were women and because she liked laughing at their antics. My potential enjoyment of watching them attempt to solve the mystery was hampered by the fact that there were 6 gaps in the ebook I downloaded, and a good bit of time passed in those gaps. Much of their investigating happened in those gaps. Luckily, I got this ebook for free. The overall theme seemed to be that marriage was a confining cage. Not really what I expected from a Christian publisher.
April 25, 2017
Interesting book
Two female private detectives, in the 1900s. It was a short but interesting book. These detectives May not always get the job done, but they try hard.
Two female private detectives, in the 1900s. It was a short but interesting book. These detectives May not always get the job done, but they try hard.
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