Literally starting with a man keeling over on your doorstep, on your first day of work and at a wake (almost) was Mabel’s introduction to the Useful Women’s Agency from where she was assigned to help Rosalind the widow, deal with the fact that her husband has just been declared dead after seven years of being missing.
The story could not be anything but interesting with a Victorian sort of setting, and Mabel trying to help everyone on the sidelines, whilst also solving not just one but two murders. The characterisation was spot on, the descriptions down to earth and vivid. Also very charming.
Altogether a very good read for the holidays, despite the murders.
Sent by Bookouture for an unbiased review, courtesy of Netgalley.
I've read a number of books by this author and really enjoyed it. This sounds like a good read!
ReplyDeleteDespite the murders, indeed. This sounds like an enjoyable read. I am glad you liked it, Mystica. I hope you have a Happy New Year!
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