An excellent historical mystery, gripping and gritty.
The plot is complex and tightly knitted, the characters are fleshed out and interesting, the historical background is well researched and vivid.
I loved the solid mystery that kept me guessing and the descriptions of the life in New York in the middle XIX century.
I hope it's the first in a series and there will be another one out soon.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

I’m a fan of Edward Marston’s Railway Detective but I never read any other book in his other series.
I must say it is a highly entertaining and gripping story that thoroughly enjoyed.
The plot is tightly knitted and the storytelling is excellent. You are involved in plot and it kept me hooked till the end turning pages as fast as I could.
I liked the well-researched and vivid historical background even if the characters seem to be a bit too modern. The mix of fictional and historical characters works well and creates a fascinating mix
The character development is as good as usual, I liked Paul and Peter and I think they are interesting and fleshed.
The mystery is solid, full of twists and turns, and it kept me guessing. The solution came as a surprise and it was satisfying.
Even if it’s the 5th in a series it can be read as a stand-alone and I had no issue with the plot or the characters even if I didn’t read the previous books.
I’m happy I was able to read this ARC because I discovered a new historical mystery series that I’m surely going to love.
It’s recommended.
Many thanks to Allison & Busby for this ARC, all opinions are mine

A good and solid mystery by a new to me author. It's gripping and entertaining, the characters are fleshed out and the mystery kept me guessing.
I enjoyed it and want to read the rest of the series, recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.

First thing first I’m a fan of Josephine Tey series and was more than happy to have the pleasure of reading this ARC.
I think this is the best installment in this excellent series, a perfect Golden Age mystery that mixes some of the Golden Age tropes (closed circle of suspects, the atmosphere of a weekend in the country) with a modern touch making them fascinating.
I loved the mix of historical and fictional characters. I found both Marlene and Hilaria well rounded and fleshed. The character development is excellent and I loved the empathy of the author toward the more frail or damaged characters.
The historical background is excellent and well researched, I loved the references to historical facts and the attention to the details.
The island setting could have been a bit claustrophobic but I wished to visit the Mount St Michael and see the places the author describes so well.
Last but not least the mystery part. It’s very complex with some subplots, red herrings, twists and turns. The solution came as a surprise and I wasn’t able to guess the culprit even if I tried.
A gripping and highly entertaining page turner I couldn’t put down and kept me reading till late in the night.
It’s strongly recommended.
Many thanks to Faber&Faber for this ARC, all opinions are mine

It's the first book I read by this author and won't surely be the last as it was gripping and highly entertaining.
I was enthralled by the creepy atmosphere, the growing tension and the great plot.
The characters are well written and the solid plot kept me hooked.
The author is a talented storyteller and I can't wait to read another book.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

A good cozy mystery, engrossing and entertaining.
I liked the well written plot, the likable and fleshed out cast of characters and the lovely setting.
The mystery is solid, full of twists and turns, and it kept me guessing.
It's the second in a series but it can be read as a stand alone.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

This excellent series never disappoint.
Great cast of characters, lovely setting and a solid mystery that kept me guessing.
I loved the fast paced plot full of twists and turns.
Highly recommended.
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Even if there're a lot of elements that could remind of a golden age mystery this novel is multilayered and more complex that a "normal" mystery.
There's a lot of literary elements and social commentary that make you reflect.
I enjoyed the mystery and the claustrophobic atmosphere but I also loved the descriptions of Irish life and of the power of catholic church.
The style of writing is great and I will surely read other books by this author.
Highly recommended.
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It's always a pleasure to read Debbie Macomber's books as they are heartwarming and make you feel the community and hope.
This book is no exception. It's a festive page turner that kept me hooked, the perfect read for these bleak times.
Excellent storytelling and character development, highly enjoyable and engrossing.
It's strongly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine