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Murder, blackmail, and a maze. Eliza Thomson Investigates...An anonymous victim, a missing murder weapon, and a trail back to Moreton-on-Thames.An unexpected finding disrupts the church day out to Hampton Court Palace, the former home of King Henry VIII.A gentleman in a smart suit draws attention as he walks through the grounds. His swagger raising the hackles of some who see him. He appears to be on a mission; as does the tall, dark stranger who follows him.Someone knows his secrets and is ready to kill to stop his plans.With witnesses and suspects determined to mislead, amateur sleuth Eliza Thomson and her friend Connie take it upon themselves to investigate...This is the seventh standalone story in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series. If you like Miss Marple-style murder mysteries, and women sleuths with attitude, you'll love this historical British series.

She has the money to live like a lady ... but there are plenty who want to take it from her. When an enigmatic stranger steals her heart, can she know he wants her for the right reasons?London 1808: Widowed at the age of twenty, Ann has no optimism for the future. At the beck and call of her domineering mother she longs to make a new life for herself with the legacy left by her late husband. But it's not that easy. Not when it means leaving her sisters behind.Her world is turned upside down when a curious gentleman stops to speak to her. Chas is new to the area, but he seems to know a lot about her ... and he certainly looks well-to-do. Could he be her saviour?With newfound hope, Ann dares to dream again, but Chas has a secret. Something he refuses to share.As their friendship grows, there are those who want to keep them apart ... but when Ann stumbles upon Chas's past, she realises that only she can decide what their future holds.Inspired by the compelling family history of author V L McBeath, The Young Widow is a standalone story in The Ambition & Destiny Series.Set in Georgian-era London, forty years before the start of this historical family saga, The Young Widow adds another dimension to this epic series.Get your copy today.Please Note:The Young Widow is written in UK English.Other books in The Ambition & Destiny Series: Prequel: Condemned by Fate Part 1: Hooks & Eyes Part 2: Less Than Equals Part 3: When Time Runs Out Part 4: Only One Winner Part 5: Different World

Eliza hoped for a peaceful Christmas. She didn't expect to be in the company of a killer when a parlour game goes terribly wrong…December 1901: After arriving in Richmond-on-Thames Eliza is surprised to be the guest of honour at a neighbour's luncheon party.The hostess is keen to hear about Eliza's sleuthing and sets up a game to hone her own investigative skills.But not everyone is keen on the idea…When Connie trips over a body in the drawing room, things take a turn for the worse. It looks like murder ... and the killer must be in the house!With Connie high on the list of suspects, Eliza sets out to clear her name. But the guests refuse to answer her questions, and the police don't want her help. As the secret lives of the guests are revealed, Eliza is determined the police arrest the right person … and get them behind bars in time for Christmas.This is a standalone story in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series. If you like Miss Marple-style murder mysteries, and historical heroines with attitude, you'll love this step-back-in-time cozy Christmas novella.

Money, power and a deadly family feud. Eliza Thomson Investigates...A body floating in the lake, an abandoned croquet mallet, and a debutante ball.Preparations for one of the society events of the year are in full swing at Lowton Hall, the family estate of Neville, Earl of Lowton.He inherited his wealth and title from his father, and nothing will stop him arranging a suitable marriage for his daughter.Much to the annoyance of his younger brother, Sir Cyril.Overhearing a conversation, Sir Cyril's rage is ignited. Is there anything he won't do to save the family reputation and take the title ... and money ... for himself?When a murder is discovered, calling the police is forbidden, so amateur sleuth Eliza Thomson, and her friend Connie, take it upon themselves to investigate...This is the third standalone story in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series. If you like Miss Marple-style murder mysteries, and women sleuths with attitude, you'll love this historical British series.Get your copy today!Books in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series:¿A Deadly Tonic¿Murder in Moreton¿Death of an Honourable Gent¿Dying for a Garden Party¿A Scottish Fling¿A Christmas Murder¿The Palace MurderNB. This series is written in UK English

Murder, intrigue, and an armchair sleuth. Eliza Thomson Investigates...A suspicious death, a mysterious note, and some cryptic mumbling.An early morning visitor disturbs the peace at the London townhouse of Dr Archie Thomson and his wife, Eliza.Supported by money from her wealthy father, Eliza is educated well beyond her peers, and spends her time solving the crimes she reads about in the newspaper.She often sends her findings to the police ... and revels in seeing justice done.But do she and Archie know too much about the body on the doorstep? Enough for the killer to strike again?Excited to put her amateur sleuthing to the test, Eliza Thomson takes her friend Connie on a trip across London to investigate...This is the first story in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series. If you like Miss Marple-style historical murder mysteries and women sleuths with attitude, you'll love this introductory novella.Get your copy today!Books in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series:¿A Deadly Tonic¿Murder in Moreton¿Death of an Honourable Gent¿Dying for a Garden Party¿A Scottish Fling¿A Christmas Murder¿The Palace MurderNB. This series is written in UK English

A cantankerous old woman… A mysterious death…Not what Eliza had planned for her first week back in Moreton…June 1900: Eliza Thomson is back in Moreton after nearly thirty years away. Not only that, she has a job in her husband's surgery … and her best friend, Connie lives next door. Connie is eager to introduce Eliza to the villagers, but their excitement vanishes when they bump into an old neighbour, Mrs Milwood. Is she always so nasty? And what has she done to Eliza's childhood friend Judith? Within days of Eliza's arrival, Mrs Milwood is found dead … and the evidence points to murder. With no shortage of suspects, Eliza is keen to help the police with their enquiries … until an Inspector is sent from New Scotland Yard. He doesn't want Eliza interfering with the investigation, but when Judith becomes their main suspect, Eliza refuses to do nothing.With Connie at her side, Eliza must unravel the secrets of this sleepy English village ... and hope she can persuade the police to bring the right person to justice before it's too late…This is the second standalone story in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series. If you like Miss Marple-style murder mysteries, and historical heroines with attitude, you'll love this step-back-in-time cozy series.