About the Book:
When Drew Hopgood’s brother, Frank dies whilst out climbing, it’s initially thought his death was simply a tragic accident. But when Frank’s much younger wife, Stella arrives at Hopgood Hall demanding half of Frank’s inheritance the Hopgoods and Alexi Ellis begin to suspect foul play…
Stella has no claim to Frank’s legacy, but she isn’t giving up easily. And with the reputation of Hopgood Hall still fragile, Alexi can’t afford to lose any more money because of Stella’s greed.
So Alexi, her partner Jack, and Cosmo of course, decide to dig deeper into Stella’s background. Just how did she meet Frank and were they really as in love as she claims?
As the trio investigate, they discover Stella has her own reasons for being back at Hopgood Hall. And rather than console the grieving widow, Alexi and Jack think they might need to look again at Frank’s tragic death – because rather than an accident this could have been a deadly fall – planned by his own wife!
My Review:
This is the sixth book in the Hopgood Hall mystery series. I was a little lost at the very beginning with references to previous adventures but it did not take long to be caught up in the current mystery. I think one could easily enjoy this book without having read the previous ones.
We readers follow Alexi and Jack as they uncover past events and relationships. The more they learn the more motives and possible suspects come to light. While the plot moves along at a decent pace, there is much discussion between the two regarding the possible meaning of what they have found. There is generally no suspense until a quick bit near the end.
I like the character development but my favorite ones by far are Silgo and Cosmo. Every amateur sleuth should have such loyal protectors, each with an attitude. Their presence added to an already enjoyable cozy mystery.
My rating: 4/5 stars.
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(My star ratings: 5-I love it, 4-I like it, 3-It's OK, 2-I don't like it, 1-I hate it.)
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