- Mass Market Paperback: 256 pages
- Publisher: Kensington (May 27 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0758227337
- ISBN-13: 978-0758227331
- Product Dimensions: 17.7 x 10.5 x 1.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 118 g
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #392,258 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
From Library Journal
Another series sleuth, Daisy Dalrymple, calls in Scotland Yard after local police wrongly arrest a gardener for the murder of a pregnant maid. Set in a British manor house in 1923, this traditional charmer will please most everyone.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Book Description
The Honorable Daisy Dalrymple, writing about British manor houses, visits Occles Hall and finds it under the charge of the autocratic Lady Valeria, who takes offense when Daisy discovers the body of a pregnant maid buried in the garden.
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2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing,
By A Customer
This review is from: Winter Garden Mystery (Mass Market Paperback)
I was pretty disappointed with #2 in the Daisy Dalrymple series. The mystery doesn't start to unfold until about half way through the novel-- the rest is just set-up. When things finally do get rolling, I wasn't very engrossed by the mystery, and found the final resolution anticlimactic.
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Fun Second Mystery,
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This review is from: Winter Garden Mystery (Mass Market Paperback)
The Honorable Daisy Dalrymple is working on her second article for Town and Country Magazine. This time, she's been invited to profile Occles Hall by a friend from school. Lady Valeria isn't completely happy about Daisy's presence, but agrees to let her continue. While touring the winter garden, the discovery of a dead bush leads to the discovery of a body. Grace Moss, the parlor maid, was presumed to have run away two months ago. When Lady Valeria pressures the local police into arresting one of the estate gardeners, Daisy's observations convince her that an innocent man has been arrested. She calls her friend Detective Chief Inspector Alec Fletcher to come help, but can they solve a murder that's two months old?This is the second book in the Daisy Dalrymple series, set in 1923 England. It's a cozy with an emphasis on character and interviewing the suspects over tons of action. But don't misunderstand; it's a great read. Lady Valeria is a strong character, and watching the other characters try to work around her is lots of fun. The pace of the story doesn't lag, with lots of new information and complications coming on a regular basis. Daisy and Alec's relationship is also very fun to watch, as they are not willing to admit to any feelings between them. If you're looking for a book with lots of shoot-outs and close calls, look elsewhere. However, if you are looking for a good mystery with great characters and an intriguing plot, this is the series for you.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun and interesting!!!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Winter Garden Mystery (Mass Market Paperback)
This mystery, set in 1920's London is a great mystery novel that is not cluttered with gore and sexual innuendos. It's interesting and fun. I especially enjoyed the endearing flirtations between Daisy and Alec. Their interactions are a nice change from the often crassness of today's t.v. You won't find much to stress you out here, everything fits into a neat package by the end of the book. It's a great way to relax and be taken away from daily life. And Daisy's such a great gal! I really loved it! Check out Carola Dunn's other Daisy Dalrymple mysteries. They're all great!
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