This is a well written book with a large set of characters making the story interesting and intriguing. The characters are likeable and so well written and the era well researched. The mystery was also complex and while some things are resolved there is not one, but 2 cliffhanger endings that make you desperate for the next book. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Courtesy of The Book Whisperer and Netgalley, I received the ARC of The Sounds That Linger by Sandra and Taylor Priesler. This is the second book in this British Regency mystery series, set in 1811. Having read the first novel, I think you could read this without having done so. The information given brings everyone together. Quinton and Zoé take charge of this murder mystery, leading the investigation and their group of cohorts as they work on the clues and the solution to this case. Very well written!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley.

This is book 2 in the "Q&Z Regency Cozy Mysteries" Series, and I enjoyed it just as much as the first.

It is apparent that the authors have done their research about the time period, and the writing and pacing of the story are perfectly well done. This book deepens the relationship between Zoe and Quinton, as well as the relationships between Zoe and her family and other friends. We learn a great deal more about Quinton in this book, including the precise traumatic events of his past that have crafted who he became. These characters feel very well-realized and jump off the page. As a reader, you can help but feel very invested.

I very much look forward to the next in the series.

An excellent second book in the series. Zoe Demas and her companion Mary have returned to London from 7 months in America. Her friend sends her a note to visit and asks for Zoe's help in finding her sister's killer, the girl who was killed in the first book.
Meanwhile, Quentin, the investigator who worked with her in the previous book has been drinking and not working at all, much to the consternation of his friends.
When another murder occurs that seems to be the same killer of Quentin's mother, the whole crew, including Bow Street runner John, as well as Charlie and Roy, come together to solve another murder.
Though there is a large cast of characters, each one is so finely drawn I feel I would recognize them in real life.
The mystery was also excellent, and there is not one, but 2 cliffhanger endings that already have me looking forward to the next book. Written by a mother daughter team, the descriptions of life at the time are finely drawn. I highly recommend you read the books in order, as the characters all progress in the books and the mystery is somewhat dependent on the first book.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the EARC. Also thanks to the Book whisperer fir offering me the chance to read it. The opinions are mine and I urge you to read the series.

Zoe and Quinton are once again investigating a death. A dressmaker is dead. The details of her death is similar to other deaths over the last decade or two. All the deaths are of people that are not nobility so the search for the killer is low priority. Then one of Quinton's friends is arrested in the case. Zoe and Quinton are determined to prove him innocent.

I enjoy this series. Good characters and well thought out plot. It did keep the pages turning.

What a diverse group of characters in this book! I enjoyed the fact that they came from different social groups, it really added interest to the story. Two of the main characters are Lady Zoe and Quinton Huxley. Zoe is a French lady escaping with her mother from the revolution and finds it difficult to conform to society’s expectations. Quinton is an inquiry agent and they have worked together in the past. There s a murder mystery to solve and this leads them to work together again. Some mysteries are solved in this story but some are ongoing. There may also be a beginning of a romance or two. I hadn’t read the first in this series but I will look out for the next one, and I am tempted to read the first. I found this to be an engaging read. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

The Wounds that Linger by Sandra & Taylor Preisler
Q&Z Regency Mystery #2

Excellent addition to a wonderful series ~ Can’t wait for book three!

What I liked:
* Zoe Demas: French, escaped from France during the Revolution, raised by her French mother and Her English stepfather, has two younger half-siblings, curious, problem solver, spent time traveling with her uncle and companion, recently back in London
* Quinton Huxley: son of an actress who was murdered, never knew who his father was, investigator, bright, strong, good friend, caring, kind, protective, book at a low point when book begins – finds purpose in new case when Zoe returns
* The growing attraction between Zoe and Quinton and wondering how they will eventually manage their HEA
* The supporting characters that were there in the first book and are fleshed out more in this one
* Zoe’s mother and her stepfather and their understanding and support of one another, their family, and those they can help outside their family
* The intricate plot, perfect pacing, descriptions, setting, and character development
* The mystery of who killed Madame Amato and how finding her killer ties into the first book
* The twists and turns ~ there were a few and a big surprise near the end
* That the case is solved and no loose threads left regarding the serial killer
* Feeling a part of the story and thinking about what I would have done if in the shoes of some of the characters
* All of it…too many things to write them all down…including the hook at the end

What I didn’t like:
* Who and what I was meant not to like
* Thinking about how difficult life was
* The justice system then and how difficult it must have been to get a “fair” trial

Did I like this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Definitely

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookwhisperer for the ARC ~ This is my honest review.

5 Stars

I must say, I had an arduous journey reading this book. It was a slow build, which often had me setting it down and picking another book to read. I don’t know if it is because I didn’t read the first book in the series, but I found myself lost in many places, especially as it appeared to jump around, which I found confusing. Although Lady Zoe and Quinton are well-written characters, and the period in history is one with which I am familiar, it was difficult to follow their storylines sometimes. I enjoyed how the author presented their different social statuses as an impediment to working together to solve murders. I felt a connection to Lady Zoe’s rebellion against societal expectations. Keeping track of the storyline was a struggle for me. The settings were vivid, but there appeared to be some repetition in both the narrative and the dialogue. However, I picked the book up again and read it to the end. I may buy the first book in the series to see if that makes a difference. I gave it a 3-star rating because of the slow build and the need to take notes to keep the story straight. Thanks to Net Galley for the opportunity to read this book as a free ARC. This review is voluntary and mine alone.

This, the second book in the Q&Z Regency Cosy Mystery series and having enjoyed the first book I looked forward to reading this, the second book. I wasn't disappointed and was very happy with how this book was written and continued on with Quinton and Zoe taking on yet another mystery murder case.

This book had a lot going on but I was able to read it and understand what was happening. It all makes sense and comes together but it also keeps you guessing. This is a well written book, at times emotional but always interesting and intriguing. The characters are great and I learned more about their backgrounds as I read on. The written draws you in and takes you on a ride right along with the characters and the story. I liked that.

A great read and and great second book in the series.

Thank you NetGalley and Book Whisperer for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.

I thank NetGalley and Book Whisperer for an advance reader copy of “The Wounds That Linger.” All opinions and comments are my own.

Zoe Demas, returned to England, is getting her life back together after a tumultuous year. Quinton Huxley, who figured prominently in the case that drove her away to America, is doing the same. (For this story, see “The Ties That Divide,” Sandra and Taylor Preisler’s first book in the series). And both are fighting the attraction to each other they discovered in that first book. But while that happens, readers will enjoy an exciting story that involves the resolution of the crime from the first book and a series of new murders that relate even further to the past.

The Preislers know how to set the stage for scenes that create tension and propel the storyline forward, while showcasing characters; Zoe, Quinton, Zoe’s lady companion Mary, and the three friends of Quinton who are compatriots, and in one case, a suspect for the gruesome crimes that are occurring. Zoe’s “hobby of investigating murders” is going to come in very handy, as the search for what is essentially a serial killer (although the term is never used in the book) is fraught with danger, socially -- Zoe must always be aware of her reputation -- and eventually, personally.

Be advised there’s a lot of angry people in this book. It’s almost hard to read, to get past all the anger, to get to the mystery plot. Readers almost need a trigger warning for all the anguish that everyone’s going through.

At the finish, we have final resolution (and learn the lengths that someone will go, to everyone’s sorrow), and continuing personal dilemmas for Zoe and Quinton. “The Wounds That Linger” offers up an engaging story with colorful, fully-realized characters, and a teaser surprise; a request for help from an unlikely source. That means more work, for Zoe Demas and Quinton Huxley, which I look forward to.

This is the 2nd book in this Regency historical mystery series featuring Lady Zoe Demas and Quinton Huxley. This both books should be read in sequence to best enjoy them…although this one would be okay as a standalone. Zoe’s aristocratic father was killed in the French Revolution and she and her mother fled to England. When they arrived, they had a very difficult time but eventually her mother married a Lord who was also well respected barrister. Zoe chafes at the rules of society and is righteous and fearless. Quinton’s actress mother was murdered and he grew up on the streets. He’s become an investigator and the two reluctantly work together to solve murders. In this book, a string of murdered young ladies, which has striking similarities with the murder of Quinton’s mother, points to a serial killer in London. Could it be one killer, if so, could the killer stalk Zoe when she gets too close to identifying him? As Zoe and Quinton work on solving the case, they continue to grow closer, despite their very different social status.

This volume focuses more on Quinton. We learn more about his past, current demons, and see him growing as person. Zoe and Quinton work on their relationship as well and I just love them. They seem to really care and respect one another. But my favorite character from the first book is part of a lot of controversy in this book, Rory. I loved that we learned so much more about him in this book. The mystery was interesting also. It had me guessing so much, I did not know who it was or why until it was being spelled out for me on the pages of the book. My only issue is there are a too many POV. I don't mind dual but it seemed that there at least 5 if I am not mistaken and it because difficult sometimes to try to remember who was telling us the story at that point. I am hooked and can't wait for the next one. Thank you again NetGalley and to the Publisher for the opportunity to read this story in exchange for my honest opinion.

Historical drama,second in this series featuring Zoe and her mismatched band of friends. A good read with interesting and unusual characters.

The Wounds That Linger is the second installment in Q&Z Regency Mysteries Series written by mother-daughter writing team Sandra and Taylor Preisler.

After spending a few months in America, Zoe returns home to a new murder.
Mabel Anderson, whose sister Margot was murdered, asks Zoe to find the killer.
This crime seems similar to a series of murders committed in the last decade, including the murder of Quinton's mother.
But when one of Quinton childhood friends is accused of the murder, Zoe, Quinton, a bunch of friends and Zoe’s barrister stepfather join forces to prove his innocence and find the real murderer. 

I enjoyed this book thoroughly. The MMCs are very well developed. The side characters are well fleshed out. The mystery is intriguing with lots of twists and turns, that keeps the reader on his toes, anxious to see what would happen next, and how Zoe, Quinton and their investigating team will solve all the murders.

I highly recommend this series to all fans of historical mysteries.

Honestly, I didn’t care for the beginning of the book and almost put it down. There was a time jump and it felt like we missed out on a lot of important information that I think another book could have been written about. Then as the story started in the present, it still felt rushed to explain what we missed. Luckily I stuck with it and then it got much better as Zoe, Quinton, and friends started to work on the new mystery. It felt a bit more focused on Quinton rather than Zoe, compared to the first book, which was fine. I definitely enjoyed this book more than the first one and an interested to find out what the new mystery Zoe’s cousin brings her is.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for selecting me to read an advanced copy of this book.

This was a strong sequel in the Q&Z Regency Cozy Mystery series, it had everything that I was looking for from the first book. The characters were everything that I wanted and enjoyed, it continued to feel like the world and story that I was expecting from this book. Sandra & Taylor Preisler always does a great job in writng this and can’t wait for more.

Such a good book - I just couldn’t put it down! The writing made you feel like you were actually there, riding the roller coaster of emotions with the characters - horror, joy, terror, and love. I can’t wait to read the next instalment in the series!
5 stars out of 5 ⭐️

It is now 1811. Lady Zoe Demas, who escaped with her mother from the French Revolution, has just returned to London after several months in America accompanied by her brother Sebastion, her companion, Mary Fletcher, and her dog Brutus along with his caretaker Gwen, a former street urchin.

Her friend Mabel Anderson, whose sister Margot was murdered, has asked her to call and then asks Zoe for help finding the killer.

Zoe turns to her former investigative partner, Quinton Huxley, who apparently has gone off the rails while Zoe was gone, because the murder seems to be similar to that of Quinton's mother ten years ago.

One of Quinton childhood friends has been accused of the murder. Quinton and his friends, Gwen's brother Ezra, and Zoe and her barrister stepfather work together to clear the accused and find the real murderer.

As with the previous book "The Ties That Divide," I enjoyed this entry and hope there are more. And I would really like to know what happened to Zoe and her group during their American interlude.