Murder on Principle
by Eleanor Kuhns
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Pub Date Aug 03 2021 | Archive Date Jul 31 2021
Canongate Books | Severn House
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Description
November 1800, Maine. After helping their long-time friend Tobias escort his wife, along with a liberated slave and her child, from the Great Dismal back to Durham, Will and Lydia Rees’s lives are interrupted when a dead body is found near their home.
The body is that of Mr Gilbert, a slaveholder from the Great Dismal. Was he murdered in pursuit of the former slaves?
When it’s discovered Gilbert was infected with smallpox, and Gilbert’s sister arrives demanding justice and the return of her absconded slaves, Will is torn. Finding the killer could lead to the recapture of the former slaves. Letting them go free could result in a false arrest and endanger the Durham community. Will must make a choice . . .
A Note From the Publisher
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780727850072 |
| PRICE | $28.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 224 |
Featured Reviews
jean luc e, Librarian
Nothing appears has it looks in this engrossing and rollicking whodunit set in the early days of the young American Republic. A very captivating fictional journey with lots of twists and turns and unexpected surprises within the early days of the underground movement and the urgent drive to deal with slavery and its evil consequences. But can you blindingly trust everbody especially when the hapless soul might actually turn out to be more dangerous that he/she seems? I love this novel and its incredible thrust into a little known period in American history
especially overhere in Europe. Elegantly written and blessed with some unforgettable characters this wonderful novel definitely deserves to be discovered and enjoyed without any moderation whatsoever. A new author for me and a fiendishly good piece of historical fiction! Go for it👍👍👍👍
Many thanks to Netgalley and Canongate/Severn for this terrific ARC
kATHLEEN G, Reviewer
This historical mystery series continues to impress for its unusual hero and subject. Will, who married into the Shaker faith of his wife Lydia. He's a weaver who probably spends more time (honestly) helping slaves escape and resettle in Maine. In this installment, Sandy's owner has sent her brother Randolph Gilbert after her. And then he's found dead. Who killed him? Will funds himself investigating in part because Sheriff Rouge is ill- small pox has arrived in their small corner of the world. The mystery of the murderer is less twisty than usual but that's ok- it's a nicely atmospheric read with a good ethical question. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. Fans of the series will be pleased but it's also fine as a standalone.
Susan M, Reviewer
Will Rees is informed by Constable Rouge that a body has been discovered on the Shakers farmland. That of Randolph Gilbert, who has travelled north following a trail, looking for his escaped slaves. The same ones that he and Lydia help escape. As Rouge falls ill Rees takes over the investigation knowing that some of his friends believe the killing to be justified.
An enjoyable and well-wriiten historical mystery with its likeable and interesting characters. Another good addition to the series
An ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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