Mystery series with cover design and plot like Veronica Speedwell. Main character is young woman/ girl interested in science?, very independent, sleuth?

[Hannah]

I feel like I have seen a book series out there with covers similar to the Veronica Speedwell series somewhere before, but I'm not sure where? They were also a mystery series.

[Natasha]

What about the cover or the plot reminds you of the Veronica Speedwell series? The era? The characters? The types of mysteries solved? The style of the writing?

[Hannah]

The cover. It had an incredibly similar design to it. The plot was also very similar as well I believe. I think the main character was also interested in science, was a very independent woman, etc. She also was I think a sleuth.

[Jon]

Based purely on the cover style, how about the Theodora Goss' series of novels about Mary Jekyll?

[Natasha]

Also just based on cover similarities, Lynn Messina's Beatrice Hyde-Clare series (first book A Brazen Curiosity)



When did you see these books? Was it a new series at that point or were there already many in the series?

[Michelle]

I suspect it is Sherry Thomas' Lady Sherlock series. I think if you enjoy one, you will absolutely like the other.

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[Michelle]

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[SamSpayedPI]

A Study in Scarlet Women for Michelle's link.

[Hannah]

Natasha wrote: "Also just based on cover similarities, Lynn Messina's Beatrice Hyde-Clare series (first book A Brazen Curiosity)



When did y..."
I believe it may have been fairly new? At least one book was out, maybe two? I suppose there is a possibility it is a standalone. I'm not positive honestly.

[Hannah]

SamSpayedPI wrote: "A Study in Scarlet Women for Michelle's link.

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Unfortunately, it isn't this one.

[Hannah]

Jon wrote: "Based purely on the cover style, how about the Theodora Goss' series of novels about Mary Jekyll?

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This is very close to the cover style but not the right story.

[Hannah]

I think the young girl was interested in science but I am not certain. I am starting to wonder if somehow I imagined this.

[Jon]

If it's a young girl could it, by chance, be the Murder Most Unladylike series by Robin Stevens?

Murder Most Unladylike

[Natasha]

This is brand new, but perhaps A Lady's Formula for Love? Female scientist working a clandestine mission for the Crown, threatened by shadowy forces. It is the first of a planned series called The Secret Scientists of London.

[Monica]

If it's a teen story, maybe A Study in Charlotte (Charlotte Holmes series)

[Kris]

TheBohemianBookworm, is this book series for teens or adults? Historical or contemporary mysteries?

Around what year did you first see these books?

Veronica Speedwell series - https://www.goodreads.com/series/1361...

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[Hannah]

Hey everyone! Sorry It's been so long since I last checked in. It isn't any of the above titles unfortunately. :/ I saw the book I think in probably 2019 while browsing here on Goodreads. I think maybe the young lady/woman was interested in butterflies? I am honestly not sure. I am having trouble remembering much.

[Hannah]

I do remember that I think the cover was maroon or crimson colored.

[Hannah]

I know the first Veronica Speedwell book also has butterflies in it but I could have sworn this book was different and separate...

[Jon]

"The Butterfly Conspiracy".
The Butterfly Conspiracy



"Perfect for fans of Deanna Raybourn’s Veronica Speedwell mysteries comes the enchanting series debut from Vivian Conroy, The Butterfly Conspiracy.

In late Victorian times, when new inventions cause both excitement and terror, a mysterious death at a zoological lecture brings together two unlikely allies in a quest through London's upper crust and underbelly to unravel the ingenious murder method and killer behind it.

Miss Merula Merriweather is not like other women her age: instead of hunting for a husband at balls and soirees she spends her time in a conservatory hatching exotic creatures. As the Royal Zoological Society won't accept a woman's accomplishments, she has her uncle Rupert take credit for her achievements. But at a zoological lecture, the guest of honor dies after contact with one of Merula's butterflies, and Merula's uncle is arrested for murder.

In an attempt to safeguard evidence to prove his innocence, Merula almost gets killed but for the timely interference of enigmatic Lord Raven Royston. Viewing natural history as a last resort to regain respectability lost by too many dubious business investments, Raven didn't expect his first lecture to take a murderous turn. Feeling partially responsible because he encouraged Merula to release the gigantic butterfly from the glass case in which it was kept, Raven suggests they solve the puzzle of Lady Sophia's sudden death together by looking closer at her relations with estranged friends, long suffering staff and the man groomed to be her heir, so close to her money and yet unable to touch any of it.

With the police looking for them, and every new discovery raising more questions than answers, especially about the murder method which left no traces of foul play on the body, Merula will have to risk her own life to get at the truth and save her uncle from the gallows in The Butterfly Conspiracy, Vivian Conroy’s enchanting series debut."

[Natasha]

TheBohemianBookworm, have you also browsed other books in all the series mentioned above? Perhaps the particular books linked to are not the ones you saw, but it could have been another in the series.

[Natasha]

[Hannah]

Thank you all for the suggestions! The plot of The Butterfly Conspiracy sounds very similar to the Speedwell book that it reminded me of and the cover of the Felicity Carol book also is right! It's quite possible maybe I conflated the cover of one with the plot of another. I appreciate all the help.

[Kris]

Do you think your request is solved? If so, which book is closest to what you're looking for?