A Sinister Revenge

I just finished reading this dearies of 8 books for the second time. This eighth book was one of the best in the series. I had definitely picked out my villain and is usual with Ms Raybourn, I was totally wrong! I particularly loved the interaction of Stoker and his brothers and another appearance of a sneaky reporter who is a sort of silent partner. I hope this isn’t the last book in the series but if it was…whatA way to go! Thank you Ms Raybourn! I love your books!

Totally love these characters, grumpy sometimes, always original and independent. A favorite author, for sure.

I'm an avid reader of historical murder mysteries (quite the opposite of those miserable scandi noirs) and I love strong female characters - with or without handsome male accomplices - so the Veronica Speedwell series has literally become my favourite series ever, and I don't say that lightly.Lady Julia Grey comes a close second, if you haven't read them, but I adore Veronica's humour and the way she speaks to us, the reader. I enjoy getting to know Stoker's family with each book - my only gripe is that I now have to wait however long it takes for the next one in the series - please let there be a next one :)

I have enjoyed all of the Veronica Speedwell books, but this may be my favorite. Good mystery, good romantic tension, evocative descriptions--delightful!

As always Deanna keeps you turning the pages to see what Veronica discovers next. Written with the delicacy of a well spun web the pages will keep you turning until the last page when you reluctantly admit the adventure is over until next time.