Miss Morton and the English House Party Murder (A Miss Morton Mystery)
Lady Caroline Morton, daughter of the late Earl of Morton, has fallen upon hard times. Necessity has compelled her to seek employment as a lady’s companion to a nouveau riche widow, Mrs. Frogerton. She also helps to instruct her employer’s daughter, Dorothy, in the finer points of being a proper lady. Caroline’s disapproving aunt, Lady Eleanor Greenwood, invites her and the Frogertons to a house party in the countryside. While the party takes place, Caroline has her fair share of awkwardness. Not long after, her great-aunt is mysteriously found dead. Caroline works with Mrs. Frogerton to discover who committed the crime before the next murder happens.
From the moment I started reading Miss Morton and the English House Party Murder, I was quickly swept up in a well-written story. I found it utterly engrossing. The characters are interesting and easy to relate to, especially Caroline and Mrs. Frogerton. In Caroline, we have an admirable and capable young woman who faces all kinds of adversity. Her good-natured employer, Mrs. Frogerton, is also very affable and likeable. I particularly enjoyed their friendship. This novel kept me constantly guessing throughout all its twists and turns. While the pacing is good for the most part, there are instances where it feels a bit slow. Overall, it is an enjoyable read. If you’re looking for a fun historical mystery, definitely give this a try.
