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Poison at Pemberton Hall: The First Vita Carew Mystery
Poison at Pemberton Hall: The First Vita Carew Mystery | Fran Smith
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It's 1903 and bookish, bespectacled Vita Carew longs to be left to her studies, but her aunt insists they attend a gala dinner at Pemberton Hall, home of a girlhood friend. A glamorous German opera singer is to perform, and the grandest of company will enjoy a lavish dinner to mark the household's return to high society after a run of misfortune. But Vita soon notices dark undercurrents at the grand country house. What strange power does the footman hold over his master? When disaster strikes as the seafood is served, only Vita and a visiting German doctor are on hand to offer first aid. Worse still, she suspects the death of a troubled governess has been covered up to preserve Pemberton's reputation. Vita and the German doctor are left to delve into the hidden undercurrents at the grand country house, and find who is to blame, but can they do so in time to prevent the poisoner striking again? Wit, drama and a hint of the Gothic; if you like stylish mystery with your Downton Abbey, dip into Poison at Pemberton Hall today.
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Poison at Pemberton Hall: The First Vita Carew Mystery | Fran Smith
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While Vita would rather persue her scientific studies, her aunt thinks she should socialize at a grand house party. Things don't go as planned when people start to fall ill and someone dies. Vita proves to be a capable sleuth and likable character. I look forward to her further adventures. First in a series.
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Poison at Pemberton Hall: The First Vita Carew Mystery | Fran Smith
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Uber chill cozy, which was just what no needed to get through traffic.

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Poison at Pemberton Hall: The First Vita Carew Mystery | Fran Smith
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The cosiest of cosy mysteries this story ambled along during the first years of the Edwardian period. With tea party's and family discussions along with banquets, the clothes being worn and the food served are described in great detail. This didn't leave much time for any real detective work. Clues on how some of the guests were poisoned and a suspicious death mainly came from overheard conversations and assumptions. A slow but pleasant story.

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