I am a great fan of period mysteries and have enjoyed other novels by this author. But, i felt something was missing from this title.

The period setting was just that.. . A backdrop for the story and characters, but I never felt truly transported into a grand estate in post WW1 Great Britain. And, our intrepid heroine had plenty of pluck, but never really came to life for me. I felt like this book had all the elements laid out for a fun, light read, but somehow just ended up too formulaic to be interesting.

Netgalley provided me a complimentary copy of this title in exchange for a candid review.

This book starts off with Phoebe’s grandparents opening their home for visitors to bring in some money to help the estate (similar to a plot in one episode of Downton Abbey). During the first tour, of course things go badly when there’s a visitor who was killed, by strangulation with a drapery cord.

The story takes off from there, with plenty of suspects, stories of a hidden treasure, and the usual team of Phoebe and Eva being smarter than just about everyone else since they’re able to solve this murder.

I’m still not sure how on earth Phoebe is Lady Phoebe, since she’s the granddaughter of an earl, her brother is a viscount who will be the earl someday, so I’m assuming Phoebe’s father was a viscount which means she absolutely would not be Lady Phoebe. But other than that pesky, kind of annoying detail, I thought the author did pretty well with historical details about the changes the 1920s are brining to the British upper crust.

Well written mystery with well developed characters. This installment continues the excellent series. Plot moves smoothly and keeps the reader engaged. Love this series! Thanks #netgalley and #Keningston for the eARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine.

I love this series and it is one of my must reads This time Lady Phoebe Renshaw and her lady's maid Eva are hosting tours of the family home to raise funds. Of course, someone is murdered on the first tour! There are plenty of motives and an old rumor of a treasure hidden by her great-grandfather. What is the true motive - an unfinished manuscript, a case of embezzlement at the local historical society, or the rumor? As always, Alyssa Maxwell weaves a fascinating story and her characters are well done. I don't want to leave any spoilers, but I have to wonder how the ending will impact the Renshaw family going forward. Thank you to #NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy of #ADeadlyEndowment.

A truly excellent historical mystery novel. It’s expertly written with vivid descriptions and great character development. The story and mystery itself flows from chapter to chapter keeping the reader interested and wanting to read more. It’s a wonderful addition to one of my fave series, highly recommend!!!!