This one was just as excellent as the last two. I love this couple! They did manage to get through this one without officially adopting anyone - which is impressive, knowing Grace. I need someone to analyze why I adore these books but can't like a character like Grace anywhere else, because it is something special. Usually a character like her would drive me bonkers in the long run, but I remain delighted (and Freddie is great, too, of course).

What a fabulous series this has been. It began with The Mistletoe Countess and then continued with The Cairo Curse. Now we find ourselves at the conclusion of the series with The Juliet Code. I hate that we're at the end but what a fantastic adventure it has been.

This volume opens up as Freddie and Grace finally settle in to enjoying their honeymoon. They have traveled to Venice, Italy and are looking forward to a lovely time. Well that lasts for about half a day and then they are once again unwittingly drawn into solving a mystery.

The fun part is that we finally get to meet the infamous detective, Jack Miracle. He's every bit as interesting as Grace has led us to believe. Just by chance *wink wink* Jack is in Italy to help solve the mystery of some missing paintings. Of course he happens to run into Freddie and Grace and the adventure begins.

I really can't recommend this book and whole series enough. Pepper Basham has a wonderful way of creating characters that you become attached to and she places them in situations that are an adventure for the reader. If her name is on the cover, I want to read the book.

I ended up DNF this book, I read about half the book when I realized I just could not get myself to focus on it. It was a cute story but repetitive to me.

This is the third book with Grace and Frederick, and boy, do they get into more adventures!
They were to be on their honeymoon in Italy, and of course, mystery and chaos followed them.
I love all of Grace’s adventures! It seems that everywhere she goes, something happens, and usually, it’s not something she seeks after. Her heart is always in the right place.
I feel so sorry for Frederick because I can just see him shaking his head at all these things. You can tell he really loves her! However, now he, too, is getting into this sleuthing role.
I found myself laughing and smiling at all the many crazy moments Grace and Frederick had. She had such grit and determination. I loved all her sleuthing and her training on how to use an umbrella as a weapon. She brought life to those around her. It must have been her red hair!
I’m the kind of reader who likes to figure out who the true bad guy is, but in this book, I was stumped. I thought I knew, and then the author added a twist.
Pepper Basham is a wonderfully skilled author. She paints a story that will touch your heart and give you an adventure along the way. Her writing is smooth, and the story flowed so well that it held me spellbound. I wanted to keep reading to find out who was the true thief.
I highly recommend you pick this book up and continue with this amazing, fun, quirky, delightful, and a bit swoon-worthy story!
The publisher gave me this book, but this did not influence my review in any way; all thoughts and opinions are my own.

I haven’t read the other books in his series, but though they reference things I never felt left out. This couple! Ohmylanta! How fun are they!

Grace and Freddy are on their honeymoon, but it pretty much turned into a murder mystery TV show. And I’m a big fan of those. There are good guys. Or bad guys? And bad guys. Or good guys? It’s a big complicated story that will have you talking out loud to yourself about all the characters.

Grace is like all the fav parts of my Hallmark movie females, but I especially loved how she did try to actually listen to her husband. Trouble just keeps finding her.

And Freddie is flat out swoony. For being a mystery this is still a romantic story of a newly married couple. A definite spice free version, but I still felt the love.

I’ve listened to a few of this authors books and feel like she has a common thread that runs through her stories. One character must love books and see those characters in life around them. Since I overthink every mysterious thing around me and wonder at people’s stories all the time I’m totally behind this idea. I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and also listened to the audio, which is also fantastic!

I enjoyed this third book in the Freddrick and Grace mystery series. I love the banter between the two main characters.

This book was so good that I went back and bought the paperbacks for the whole series even though I already had them on my Kindle. I enjoyed the action, the history, the humor, and the readability. Grace is one of my all-time favorite fictional characters.

I just love Pepper Basham’s books! I’ve really enjoyed Frederick and Grace’s adventures, and a little birdie told me there may be more to come…..In the meantime, definitely add The Juliet Code to your TBR. It’s got plenty of romance amongst the intrigue, and will keep readers guessing. 4/5 stars

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Mystery and mayhem seem to follow Grace and Frederick wherever they go. Now here they are on their honeymoon in Italy and mysteries abound concerning a set of Juliet paintings. No one seems to be who they say they are and there's adventures galore! Fun follow up to The Mistletoe Countess and The Cairo Curse.

I read/listened to the audio. Pamela Klein has done a wonderful job narrating this series.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review. All opinions are my own.

Publication date: 1 December 2023

This novel was a delightful addition to the Freddie and Grace mystery series. I loved the atmospheric setting of Venice, and the intriguing mystery of the Juliet paintings. The plot balances mystery and romance and I loved the chemistry between Freddie and Grace.
Many thanks to Barbour Publishing and to Netgalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

In Italy for their honeymoon, Lord and Lady Astley, Frederick and Grace, become entangled in an investigation involving stolen art and a purported treasure that can only be found by deciphering a code in the missing artwork.

Due to my issues with the first book in this series, I went into this one really uncertain about how it would go. I did like it a little more than the other, mostly because the mystery was a little more involved. Though Grace is ready to dive head-first into the case, Frederick drags his heels a little bit before accepting that their usefulness could be needed by their detective friend who has been brought in to investigate. This may have provided the most enjoyable parts of the story, but overall, Grace's character was just too immature and silly for my taste. The mystery is convoluted, with so many people involved and suspected, so many different times when people get hurt and the motive is uncertain, that it was difficult for me to follow. When the truth is revealed, it's a bit anti-climactic for me.

The first book in the series is super steamy for a Christian book, and I was worried about how one would go. It's maybe toned down a little, but there are still a lot of references to them enjoying each other and teasing each other for later. Then at about 80% into the story, another romance sort of starts to develop, but it's almost completely about physical attraction as well. This section of my review alone is enough for me to say I have no desire to read any other books in this series, and I'll be cautious about other books by this author in the future. If you are interested in the genre and aren't bothered by the issues mentioned, please check out other reviews too. You certainly might like it more than I did.

A Grace and Freddie adventure will always be intriguing. With bookish and whimsical Grace and serious and thoughtful Freddie, you have a dynamic duo who are completely and helplessly in love. Perhaps a little bit too in love, some might say, and not just because it distracts them from their investigation. There are places it feels like they are laying it on a bit too thick. That said, Basham's talented hand has been a dashing adventure that takes readers on a thrilling journey while also dealing with serious questions fitting the time in which the story is set concerning women's right and a woman's place in the work force. Christian historical fiction fans will delight in this book.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour through NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.

I received a complimentary copy and this review is fully mine.
The Juliet Code was a tad disappointing to me, I loved the previous books by Basham and this was good, but not as good as the Cairo Curse.

This is my first book I've read by the author and while this book can be read as a standalone, I look forward to reading the other books in this series. Also, mystery is not one of my main reading genres but when an author does a great job of bringing intrigue into the story like this author, I'm inclined to read it. This book is Christian Historical Fiction Mystery and I was drawn into their story and stayed glued to it until the very end. The characters are relatable, have growth and likeable so you become invested in story. I highly recommend this book!

A very well written book that explores the what ifs of life. Delightful read for all who enjoy a good historical mystery.

I loved having the opportunity to see Freddie and Grace on the page together again. This series of novels mixed with comedy and amateur sleuthing is such fun! I loved spending time in Italy of all places as well. Tagging along on this pair's adventures together is always a good time. I enjoyed the banter and teasing between characters—only making me love them more. This book is perfect for cozy mystery lovers who prefer "cleaner" content.

Thank you to Netgally, the publishers, and Pepper Basham

When I requested this book I was unaware that it was apart of a series, one that requires you to read the previous books for this one to make sense. I am unable to read all the previous books along with this one before the publish date. Therefore, I will rate this a fair 3/5 stars and will adjust the rating and review when I am able to read all the books in the series along with this one.

I enjoyed The Mistletoe Countess immensely and loved this latest book in the series! Full of action and kept my interest the whole way through! Freddie and Grace are as adorable as always!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions in this review are my own.

The third book to the Freddie and Grace Mystery series is Juliet Code by Pepper Basham. In just a few weeks since their unexpected wedding, Lord and Lady Astley are finally in their honeymoon in Venice, Italy. What better way to enjoy their time than to join Detective Jack on what begins to be a search for who stole some paintings from a local art gallery?

But, of course, it’s not just a simple theft. In fact, it turns into a trip to an island owned by a former circus trapeze artist who inherited a large sum of money from his late grandfather. Worth it, he’s bought the island where the artist of the stolen art is from.

There’s a ghost, an assault, Grace is pushed into and locked in a trunk, another painting stolen, a woman being pushed off the ferry, the detective gone missing, a secret message in the paintings, and an actual cave with treasures within it, and so much more. Phew! There’s so much going on in this book!

My favorite part of this book is the cleverness of Grace, even when she’s stuck in the trunk. She’s a quick thinker and enjoys testing others, especially with their knowledge of books! I dream of being just a smudge as clever as she is! She’d be a fantastic friend to have!

I’m saddened that Freddie and Grace mystery is just this trilogy because I’d love to continue learning about their lives when they return to Havensbrook! But I do give this book 5 out of 5 tiaras and thank NetGalley and Barbour Books for access to this title.

In the latest installment in the series following Frederick and Grace, Lord and Lady Astley, readers find the couple on their Italian honeymoon where another mystery has occurred. While visiting Venice, the couple runs into their friend Detective Jack Miracle who is investigating a strange series of art heists involving the Juliet paintings (as in the Shakespeare character and star-crossed lover). At the elaborate, extravagant manor house, all the house guests and even the servants are shifty, strange, and complicated, so Frederick, Grace, and Jack really have their work cut out for them. As the plot thickens and the mystery weaves a tighter, harder picture to unravel, readers follow the protagonists as they attempt to solve the mystery of the Juliet paintings and this house party. Basham’s characters are fantastic, and she has captured the heart of an Agatha Christie mystery with her shifty characters and the house party setting; the characters are the heart of the story and drive the plot forward. Seeing Frederick and Grace’s relationship further develop and giving Jack Miracle a minor arc of his own really add to the longer narrative of the series and the potential for future sequels. The mystery itself is fascinating and unique, combining some amazing historical and fictional elements to weave this larger, complex plot.