I suppose both books can be classified as Victorian cozy mysteries. The characters are an interesting mixture of above and below stairs, although the main character Kat Holloway is definitely below stairs as she is the cook in a prominent household.
Daniel...well, Daniel McAdam is a bit of a mystery. We know he comes from a rough background, but he has the ability to transform himself and be accepted in almost any role, from handyman to gentleman.
I liked that Cynthia and Mr. Thanos (above stairs) get to play a role in solving the mystery in this one and wouldn't mind these two graduating into even larger roles.
Tess is a new addition, and her character also shows promise of evolving.
When I read Death Below Stairs, I didn't initially realize that Jennifer Ashley and Ashley Gardner were the same person. I've read and enjoyed Ashley Gardner's Captain Lacy series set in Regency London. Both historical mystery series develop interesting characters, are well-researched, and are entertaining. :)
Read in May; blog review scheduled for June 20.
NetGalley/Berkley Publ.
Historical Mystery. July 3, 2018. Print length: 320 pages.
Glad you enjoyed this one! I know that so many loved the first book in the series. I'm keeping both in mind.
ReplyDeleteIt is a fun Victorian mystery with some likable characters!
DeleteI'll have to check out this series considering how much you and Wendy enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteJennifer Ashley/Ashley Gardener writes well-researched mysteries, and I look forward to the next in this series!
DeleteI liked the first book in this series, but haven't had time to read this one. But it sounds like fun. :)
ReplyDeleteI liked this one better than the first one, maybe because I already knew the characters. :)
DeleteI want to read both of her series. They just seem to have all the elements that I like in a mystery. Glad this was even better as that means the series is on the right track!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great series. Now if I could only find the time to read everything I want to!
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