Poison at Pemberton Hall

A cosy historical mystery set in Edwardian England, where a scientific-minded amateur sleuth finds foul play beneath a glittering society gala. Classic whodunnit charm with sharp period detail, quiet wit and a heroine who trusts evidence over etiquette.A dazzling diva, a glittering society dinner, and a killer with a terrible grudge In Edwardian England, bookish and bespectacled Vita Carew longs to be left to her scientific studies. But she can't avoid the event of the season, a gala at Pemberton Hall. This glamorous concert and sumptuous dinner will mark the Pemberton household s triumphant return to society after a run of misfortune.But disaster strikes as soon as the seafood is served. Elegant guests fall ill on all sides and, whilst administering first aid as best she can, amateur sleuth Vita suspects foul play. When the Pemberton s governess is found dead the next day, Vita s suspicions double, could Miss Hartley s death have been covered up to avoid interrupting the carefully planned soiree?Vita must probe dark secrets behind Pemberton Hall s elegant veneer to discover who's to blame. But can she do so?Poison at Pemberton Hall is the intriguing first novel in Fran Smith s Vita Carew Mysteries, perfect for readers who love stylish mysteries and feisty female sleuths.Praise for the Vita Carew Mysteries series:? ? ? ? ? A delightful read.? ? ? ? ? Well worth reading!? ? ? ? ? Rich with details and personalities.? ? ? ? ? Wonderfully witty and cleverly written.? ? ? ? ? I liked Vita immensely.? ? ? ? ? Plot twists a plenty and interesting characters.