Set in London, 1880, Veronica Speedwell and her lover, Stoker, are sent on a mission to ascertain whether or not the heir to Hathaway Hall has returned at long last after having been believed killed in the eruption of Krakatoa. What the pair discover, however, is more than bargained for as Veronica comes face to face with a man from her past. Meanwhile, a priceless jewel goes missing and they have an investigation to conduct.
I really enjoy this historical mystery series. The time period provides so much interesting detail and I always like the way the author describes everything from fashion to food. The relationship between Veronica and Stoker has come a long way from the beginning of this series, and I am glad they are romantically involved (finally) and am satisfied with their current domestic bliss -- not that it stops them from their adventures. I look forward to the next installment.
Thank you to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing for this e-book ARC to read, review, and recommend. If you do decide to read this, do start with the first in the series.
This is #7 in a series best read from the beginning.
Genre - Historical fiction, mystery, adventure
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