Thursday, August 23, 2018

An Act of Villainy by Ashley Weaver

An Act of Villainy continues the adventures of Amory and Milo Ames.  This one involves a West End theater, threatening letters, a friend whose marriage is disintegrating as her husband has an affair, and of course, a murder.

 Set in the 1930's, Ashley Weaver's series echoes some of the techniques of The Golden Age of Detective Fiction with some modern twists.  Clever detection, stylish writing, the avoidance of graphic violence, and in an Act of Villainy, a surprising twist.

 If you've been following this series, you will enjoy Weaver's latest offering for the mystery and the characters.   

 Read in June; blog review scheduled for August 23.

 NetGalley/St. Martin's Press

 Detective Fiction.  Sept. 4, 2018.  Print length:  320 pages.
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4 comments:

  1. MelodyAugust 23, 2018 7:55 AM

    Ooh, I didn't know she has a new book out! Will keep a look out for the library copy. :)

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    1. jenclairAugust 23, 2018 2:19 PM

      Yep, and another great cover. I do enjoy the 1920's look of the covers. :)

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  2. Literary FelineAugust 24, 2018 5:44 PM

    A surprising twist! The 1920's is such a fun period to read about, especially in mysteries.

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  3. IlianaSeptember 11, 2018 8:24 PM

    I can't believe I still haven't read any in this series. I feel like there aren't too many series set in this time frame so would love to check this out.

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