Arsenic at Ascot: A page-turning cozy mystery from Kelly Oliver for 2024
English
By (author): Kelly Oliver
Saddle up for this first class historical mystery, perfect for fans of Helena Dixon and Verity Bright.
London, 1918
Fiona Figg finds herself back in Old Blighty saddled with shuffling papers for the war office. Then a mysterious card arrives, inviting her to a fancy house party at Mentmore Castle. This years Ascot-themed do will play host to a stable of animal defense advocates, and Fiona is tasked with infiltrating the activists and uncovering possible anti-war activity.
Disguised as the Lady Tabitha Kenworthy, Fiona is more than ready for the mane event, but the odds are against her when both her arch nemesis, dark-horse Fredrick Fredricks, and would-be fiancé Lieutenant Archie Somersby arrive unexpectedly and stirrup her plans. And when a horse doctor thuds to the floor in the next guest room, Fiona finds herself investigating a mysterious poisoning with some very hairy clues.
Can Fiona overcome the hurdles and solve both cases, or will she be pipped to the post and put out to pasture by the killer?
What readers are saying about Kelly Oliver:
'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams
'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham
Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way! Dianne Freeman
'The perfect wartime spy; Fiona Figg is smart, sneaky, and full of surprises A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages! Cathi Stoler, author of The Murder On The Rocks Mysteries.
A cross between an Agatha Christie and a Sherlock Holmes sleuthing story. Just brilliant! NetGalley Reviewer
Covert in Cairo is simply delightful. Kelly Olivers immersive prose brings World War I era Egypt to life. Fiona Figg with her tools, wigs, and disguises is a sleuth you cant help but root for. S.K. Golden, author of the Pinnacle Hotel Mystery series.
This historical mystery delivers twists and turns. I can't wait for the next one! Muddy Rose Reviews
I love Fiona Figg! Margaret Mizushima
Couldn't put it down. Amazon ReviewerA perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue. Debra Goldstein
I am hooked on these amazing characters. Amazon Reviewer
A fun diversion with an entertaining female lead.Kirkus Reviews
Fans of Susan Elia MacNeal will gobble up this series! Highly recommend. L.A. Chandlar
Diabolical plot twists, interesting red herrings, colorful characters, make this a good whodunit. NetGalley Reviewer
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