Thank you BookSirens and Ella Strike for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.
Kitty Goring is fresh off her last investigation and looking forward to a state visit from Prince Vikram and Princess Noor of India. It should be a relaxing time with plenty of fun events including a fancy dinner. But when Princess Noor’s expensive heirloom sapphire necklace is stolen and a man is killed, Kitty is back on the case. Working with Detective Inspector Henry Burton, Kitty must determine who from her trusted circle of family and friends had access to the jewelry and motive for the murder.
Ella Strike is back with book two in the Kitting Goring Investigates series with Sapphires and Secrets. Set in 1920s England, this novel gives the cozy mystery feelings of an Agatha Christie work with a plot that will keep you guessing like Ocean’s 11. With a solid reminder not to judge on first impressions, this is a perfect match of historical fiction and mystery to keep readers entertained.
I give Sapphires and Secrets 4 out of 5 stars. This novel sports a shorter length, with short chapters and easy-to-read vocabulary and structure. I did struggle to connect with the characters for the first few chapters – this may be because I did not read the first book in the series though and may have missed valuable backstory for Kitty and her family. I really appreciated the historical fiction aspect on this book and the cultural aspect as well. I can’t wait to read more of Kitty’s adventures!
If you love Agatha Christie novels, you’re going to love this series! I would also recommend this book for readers who have enjoyed works by Rhys Bowen and Colette Clark. If you’re looking for a quick weekend read or fun cozy mystery, pick this up!
I was excited to be offered the opportunity to read this book through BookSirens earlier this month. I love the Art Deco cover. This was a new author I was unfamiliar with, but I’m so glad I had the chance to find a new fun series! Sapphires and Secrets released on February 22nd – pick it up today at your favorite retailer!
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