The 18th book in the Lady Eleanor Swift series and a really fun instalment. I love this series and really enjoy when we have books set closer to home with strong showings from the whole familiar gang.

This time the story is set in and around the British Empire Exhibition and we have not one case but two - a potential murder and an intriguing burglary and it's up to Ellie to try and figure out the secrets of all our potential suspects and see how the two cases may be interlinked.

I loved how we had Hugh back in action and a central part of the investigation team (along with the ever stoic Clifford). His sentimentality and love for Eleanor is really coming through in the stories and I'm looking forward to them finally walking down the aisle! We also got some more insight into Clifford's backstory in this one which brought about a really touching ending with a new arrival to the gang and as always our supporting core cast including the ladies of Henley Hall and the animals make memorable appearances which just make me hope we get a return to home for Eleanor soon.

The necklace burglary case from Lady Chadwick felt a little messy at times and I didn't really enjoy the characterisations of the staff but I think that just highlighted how balanced and idyllic the Henley Hall team are (which is what I want from a cosy mystery). I only wished we got a little more of the Chadwick children as I think the interactions with Eleanor were my favourite parts of the story (and I highly recommend Book 7 - A Lesson in Murder for similar).

The story ultimately all fell into place - a little convoluted and with a few two many characters involved yes but still satisfying, fun and heart-warming overall. As always, I enjoy this visit in the world of the Henley Hall crew and I look forward to book 19!

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for a digital review copy of "Murder in Mayfair" in exchange for my honest and voluntary review.