A sequel that doesn’t disappoint!

Such a fun read! Think Jane Austen meets Agatha Christie. Satirical, romantic, comedy, murder mystery.

I love the dry sense of humour.

I hope to see more of Beatrice and Drake!

This grand sequel to the author's famed histfic mystery debut set my heart aglow! I adore the quirky Beatrice Steele, growing in her role as an inspector in London, teamed up again with the handsome Detective Drake. The story will charm and engage you with suspense, romance, and a mystery that truly keeps you guessing. Brava, Julia, and may we see many more wacky Beatrice/Drake tales!

A Terribly Nasty Business by Julia Seales is the second installment in a murder mystery series set in 1800's London. It is about lady detective Beatrice Steele who investigates the murders of 3 men with her handsome business partner and fellow detective, Inspector Drake.

I was worried that this sequel wouldn't be as good as the first, but I was wrong! A Terrible Nasty Business has a little bit of everything from mystery, adventure, comedy, even romance. The mystery was expertly written and I was even left guessing until the very end of the book! It was just complex enough to keep your attention but still very manageable to read. I also love that it sets itself up well for more books in the series. It reminds me a lot of the show Miss Scarlet and the Duke which is one of my favorites. Above all, it was a very clean book. Adults and teens alike can feel comfortable reading it without being worried about the content. Thank you Julia Seales for another amazing installment. I can't wait to read more about Beatrice Steele!

This sequel was a fantastic follow-up that truly did not disappoint! Once again, the author delivered the fun and lighthearted tone that made the first installment so enjoyable, while adding more depth to the plot. Watching Beatrice navigate life in London, her evolving relationship with Drake, and the twists and turns in Sweetbriar was both engaging and satisfying. I particularly enjoyed seeing Beatrice grow into her role as an inspector, and Seales left just the right amount of intrigue at the end to make me eager for the next book. An absolute delight!

Another great mystery from Seales. With Beatrice now firmly in London, what she thought would be her way out of the oppressive world of Swampshire turns out to be more of the same. Thankfully, she's got murder to keep her mind sharp and Seales' excellent blend of satirical comedy to keep me invested. Also, Mary's still a werewolf. Love that.