Pearls, Parties, and Peril: A New Cozy Mystery Inside!

Dearest sleuth,
November has arrived, bringing with it crisp days, cosy evenings, and mysteries as rich as autumn leaves. This month, we’ll uncover a tantalising tale of deception, share tips for hosting your own mystery-inspired tea party, and reveal the fashionable secrets of the roaring 20s.

So grab your favourite cuppa, pull up a plush chair, and let’s dive in—together, we’ll solve November’s most delightful enigmas.

London in the 1920s is a glamorous and exciting city, but danger and death are never too far behind. Join Kitty Goring and her group of Bright Young Things in the adventure of a lifetime, as they race to catch a killer who lurks amongst them.
Each book in this series is a cozy period mystery that features our plucky heroine, aided in her investigations by a gang of eccentric and lovable characters.

Murder, mystery, and a dash of romance—Kitty’s got her hands full in this charming whodunit, which releases on Nov 24th, 2024!

Order your copy now and join the roaring 20s fun!

Society Snippets: 1920s Gossip & Glamor

1. Royalty at the Ritz: Rumor has it that a very glamorous royal couple from India—Prince Vikram and his wife, Princess Noor—are planning to spend a few months exploring London. A little birdie tells me they will be staying at Merivale Manor, Sir James Goring’s beautiful Hampstead estate that has been the seat of many an intrigue in the past few months. And as everyone knows, Miss Kitty Goring can’t help stirring up trouble wherever she goes. Does the charming royal couple know what they are in for? Only time will tell.
2. Parisian Fashion Intrigue: The House of Sauvage is debuting its autumn line, featuring scandalously short hemlines. Is it bold or simply bad manners? Again, only time will tell.

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Tea & Twists: Host Your Own Mystery Tea Party

What could be cozier than tea and a touch of sleuthing? Here’s how to host the perfect 1920s-inspired mystery tea party:

• Set the Scene: Vintage teacups, floral tablecloths, and soft jazz in the background.
• Set the theme: A dash of cyanide in a coffee cup or a ruby necklace stolen from the hostess’s jewellery case after dinner. Only, please don’t make the same mistakes as our heroine, Kitty. Otherwise, your fake robbery might very well end in a very real murder.
• Add a Twist: Hide a clue under a teacup or bake a coded message into a scone.

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Sleuthing Style: The Essentials for an Elegant Detective

Want to look like a chic 1920s sleuth while solving your mysteries? Add these must-haves to your wardrobe:

• Pearls, darling, pearls! A string of pearls adds instant sophistication to any sleuth’s ensemble.
• Cloche hats: Stylish and practical for keeping your identity under wraps. May be combined with a newspaper held up to hide your face to complete your disguise.
• A sharp eye for detail: Whether it’s a beaded handbag or a monogrammed glove, always notice the little things—they might just be the key to the case.

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Reader Challenge: Who Said It?

Match the quote to the famous 1920s detective for a chance to win a copy of Murder at Merivale Manor:

“The impossible cannot have happened, therefore, the impossible must be possible in spite of appearances.”

Email me your answer, and the first three readers to respond correctly will win Kindle copies of my debut 1920s mystery ❣️

NOVEMBER BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS

Kelly Mason, who happens to be one of my favourite 1920s cozy mystery writers, is releasing a new book soon!

Do order your copy now to keep up with Lady Ellen’s shenanigans when a renowned dance teacher is found dead in the ballroom of The Grand Hotel 💖