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The Body at the Roman Baths is the fifth book in the cozy crime novel series, A Georgina Drake Mystery, written by Kate Hardy.

In the blissful Norfolk village, the main character, Georgina Drake, is excited to photograph the ancient mosaic at Little Wenborough Manor,, which is the archaeological find of the decade. However, once the lead archaeologist is found dead, where this mosaic was discovered, her photographs have to take a backseat until this gets figured out. Then, a second mystery Georgina learns about from Doris, her endearing ghost friend, informs her of a century old, young Victorian that disappears during this original dig.

Are these two mysteries, which were both from this same discovery, but a century apart - connected? Will learning about the history of this place, help provide evidence of the young Victorians fate? Will it also help solve the lead archaeologists murder?

This book was very captivating, and I love these cozy mysteries! The main character is hard to not find likable, as well as Doris, her ghost. If you are looking to cuddle up with a good book that will provide a satisfying ending, I highly recommend you read this one!

Georgina (Georgie) Drake is a photographer who has been asked to photograph an historic mosaic floor of a Roman Bath found at a nearby dig of college students and their archeologist supervisors which is on the grounds of her friends Sibbie and Bernard's property. Also found is the body of the lead archeologist, Simon, who doesn't seem to be well liked. There is also an historical mystery involving the ancestors of Bernard and Trina, the other archeologist supervising the students.

Georgina has been helpful in solving a few other mysterious deaths. Her partner, Colin, is a local police detective and her good friend Doris. Georgie has a secret. Doris is a ghost that Georgie hears through her hearing aids.

This was my first time reading this series and this author. I did not have any trouble getting into the story. I loved that Georgie is a more mature lead character. She has a strong circle of supportive friends and family. The story grabbed me and pulled me in. Both of the mysteries were interesting and well crafted. I enjoyed the historical one the most, it had several twists and turns and was emotionally gripping.

I look forward to the next installment of this series.

Thanks to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the chance to read this ARC and give my opinion.

Georgina is all set to take a photo of a newly uncovered mosaic at Little Wenborough Manor when the body of the lead archaeologist is found lying in a pool of blood on it. She also discovers that there had been another mystery at the site when a young Victorian scholar had also disappeared over a century before, leaving behind a devastated fiancée. Aided by her friends and a ghost she helps investigate both these mysteries.
One of the joys of the opportunity of reading advance copies of new books is finding new to me authors, in this case I'm late to the show in reading this, the fifth book in the series, although I would love to go back and read the previous books this didn't spoil my enjoyment of the book. I do like a cozy mystery and a touch of the supernatural as well. Having watched many episodes of the Time Team I could easily visualise the setting for the story. I particularly enjoyed the historical search for the missing student and the painstaking way they searched through the records to try to solve the mystery. A definite must read for those who enjoy cozy mysteries with a twist.
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book.

Photographer, Georgina Drake, arrives at the site of Roman remains on her friend's estate to take photographs of a glorious mosaic floor. When the covering is rolled back it reveals the body of one of the dig team.

This is the fifth outing of Georgina Drake and her partner, DI Colin Bradshaw investigating not just the present day murder, but a cold case - in this instance the disappearance of a young man who'd originally discovered the Roman remains - with the aid of Georgina's daughter and a delightful ensemble cast of Georgina's friends. All aided by Doris, Georgina's ghostly companion.

This series gets better and better. with each new book. Set in the glorious Norfolk countryside, the present day murder is complex and involving, the cold case adds a strong emotional element and it's all underlined by a jolt in blossoming romance between Georgina and Colin.

It all makes for the perfect cozy mystery and I can't wait for the next in this engaging series.

I am always happy to read a new story in one of my favourite cosy mystery series, and this one finds Georgia investigating a suspicious death at her friend Sybbie's home. Sharing her connection with Doris, her ghostly friend, tests the boundaries of her relationship with her partner, Detective Colin Bradshaw. It's a mix of modern-day murder mystery and a historical cold case of a young man's disappearance. This story has a gothic ethos amidst the Roman archaeological discovery and plenty of emotion for the cast of characters, past and present. I like the seamless interweaving of the supernatural into the everyday, making it believable, the realistic relationship angst between Colin and Georgia and the echoes of the past in the present concerning the missing person and murder. Many false leads and suspects immerse the reader in this cosy crime investigation, which is a lovely escapist read.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

2⭐️ Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for an advanced copy of The Body At The Roman Baths.

Georgina is so excited to photograph an ancient mosaic that was discovered at a manor. But when she arrives she finds the archeologist dead. She also finds out that centuries earlier there was another murder that took place there as well. She decides to investigate both murders and is shocked to find a connection.

This was a short read and it is the fifth book in the series but I did not read any of the other books prior to this and I feel like I would have enjoyed the book more if I had read the other books prior.

I have read the other books in the series and was looking forward to book 5.

I was not disappointed. If you had told me I would have enjoyed a book that involved ghosts I would have laughed - but these books have really captured my imagination. My deaf adult daughter wants to know why she doesn’t get voices through her aids!

In some ways this book was slightly darker and sadder than previous books - for some the issues that are raised could be triggering. Georgina also faces some personal issues because she hears Doris in her hearing aids - to say more would provide massive spoilers.

Having said that Kate Hardy had obviously done a lot of research in archeological procedures which shows in her writing.
This was thoroughly enjoyable and I just had to keep reading a little more to find out what happened. The victim possibly deserved everything he got - they were completely unlikeable.

Can’t wait for book 6

Georgina Drake is thrilled to photograph the ancient mosaic uncovered at Little Wenborough Manor. But her excitement turns to shock when the lead archaeologist dead on the floor. Comforting the other distressed archaeologists, Georgie discovers this isn’t the first time tragedy has struck this site. Over a century ago Timothy, a young Victorian scholar vanished without trace during the original dig, leaving behind a devastated fiancée and a trail of unanswered questions. As Georgina delves into both mysteries, she discovers surprising connections between past and present
The fifth book in the series & whilst it could easily be read on its own to fully appreciate it I’d recommend reading in order as the relationships have developed over the series & it’s these relationship which are at the heart of the book. I love Georgie who relocated to Norfolk after her husband’s sudden death & she’s done a great job of putting her life back together & has made great friends, found a new love & hears Doris a young girl who died in Georgie’s new home on the day Georgie was born. I loved the two cases one in the present & one in 1865 & thoroughly enjoyed how both murders were solved. A major feature of the book is Colin & Georgie’s relationship & how they hit a huge bump in the road. A very well written engrossing cosy mystery which I loved
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own

A cosy mystery series with a friendly ghost - just my cup of tea! I am entering this series at book five but it was quick and easy to catch up on the characters and the setting.

Georgina Drake is a professional photographer who has her own personal ghost called Doris. They have an excellent relationship and Doris tells her about unsolved murders from the past. Georgina can then use this information to try and solve the crimes.

There are two story lines and two murders which are loosely linked. In the current day there is a murder at an archeological dig and in the past a man who disappeared and was never found. Lots of lovely characters, a few hiccups in a relationship, plenty of red herrings and some interesting historical facts made this story a pleasure to read.

Little Wenborough Manor in Norfolk was home to Georgina Drake's friends, Sybbie and Bernard. It was also home to a magnificent archaeological find - roman baths which had been there for thousands of years. Georgie was set to photograph the mosaic floor with the beautiful peacock worked into the pattern, and was accompanying the woman in charge as they prepared to remove the tarpaulin which was covering the design, for protection. But the removal shocked them all when the body of the lead archaeologist was discovered, dead. Georgie immediately contacted her partner, Detective Colin Bradshaw, who set to work on the case.

When Doris, Georgie's ghostly friend, told her of a young man who'd gone missing on the same dig, over one hundred years prior, Georgie and her friends prepared to investigate. They wanted to discover the history of the place, and maybe find evidence of the young man's fate. But could they? Two secrets, a century apart - both in the same place - were they linked?

The Body at the Roman Baths is #5 in A Georgina Drake Mystery series by Kate Hardy and once again I loved it! It's an intriguing series, unique and captivating, and I love Doris! Fifty-something Georgie is a great character who, more often then not, finds herself up to her neck in murder. I'm really looking forward to #6 and recommend this one, and the series, highly.

With thanks to NetGalley & Storm Publishing for my digital ARC to read and review.

I love this series and the latest instalment does not disappoint. Great characters, a twisty turny plot, dogs and a ghost investigating an historical murder! What’s not to like. I really hope Georgie will make a return in a new tale. I loved this book and feel sad to say goodbye!

Thank you Netgalley

Loved this latest adventure in the cosy crime Georgie Drake series. She continues to be assisted in the story by Doris, the ghost who whispers in her hearing aids, and combined a through the years mystery, with a modern day crime and real life issues. Love this series.

As a Classics major, I just had to read this book! It was really interesting to see the mysteries unravel across time, with a delightful cast of characters joining the journey. What a fun read!

I enjoy this series of books. I like the older characters and that the characters are moving forward in their lives. I like the setting as well.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for my eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Another great entry in this series. Its great to join back up with Georgina and all her friends and family. My favourite part of this series is the solving of a historical mystery at the same time as a present day one and they as intriguing and twisty as ever. When I first read this series I wasn't sure about the ghost aspect and now we have two. However it just fits so seamlessly into the story it works well and doesn't detract at all. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This is a very entertaining cozy mystery. The little history lessons made the story more enjoyable. I enjoyed the back and forth between the characters as they try to work out a missing person case back in the 1860’s. Meanwhile the police were trying to solve a murder that happened a few days ago. It was a fascinating process. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

I have read a couple others in this series, and all of them have been great so far! The Body at the Roman Baths was no exception. Love these cozy crime mysteries and cannot wait for more!

Thank you NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the opportunity of reading "The Body at the Roman Baths".

Book five in the series and the fifth I have read. Featuring archaeological digs a passion of the author generates another enjoyable book to read. Looking forward to reading more books in this series. Thanks to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the chance to ARC this book.

Thank you NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the opportunity of reading "The Body at the Roman Baths" in exchange for my honest opinion.

This was the fifth story in the Georgine Drake series and each book gets better and better. Georgina Drake has lived in Little Wenborough for 3 years now at Rookery Farm. Her best friend Sybbie and her husband Bernard were having an archeological dig on their property looking for Roman ruins. Georgie was there to photograph the peacock mosaic when of course, she finds another body. Simon Butterfield was the lead archeologist and no one could find him until they lifted the tarpaulin. Doris died in Georgie's house on the day that Georgie was born and Georgie has been able to hear her through her hearing aids and they solve historic murders together. This time a young man named Timothy Marsden who killed in 1865 needs their help. There is an intriguing story about what happened to Timothy. It links Dr. Trish Melton from St. Edmund's College in London and Bernard's family. A case of jealousy and tragedy link Timothy and Lizzie - who turns out to be the Grey Lady from previous stories.

Georgie decides that secrets fester and she should tell her boyfriend Detective Inspector Colin Bradshaw about Doris. Colin was not one of my favourite characters in this story. He was very insulting to Georgie. He thought that it was a joke, and that Georgie was flaky. He wanted to call her children so that they would be worried about her. When she tells her children and her friends, they are all supportive. Sybbie has seen the Grey Lady who used to live in the house.

Bert once again shows what a brilliant dog he is and always a favourite in these stories. Georgie is again in danger but as always triumphs and solves the case(s). A wonderful story again by Ms. Hardy and this is definitely one of my favourite series and always hard to put down.

An enjoyable and well-crafted cozy crime story. I found the setting and set-up irresistible: the murder victim found at the site of an archaeological dig of a Roman mosaic in the grounds of a manor (it reminded me of one of my favourite places, Littlecote House). Although the story is set in the present, the author's love of history really shines, and I enjoyed reading about the inspirations for the story in the 'Letter from the Author' at the end.

Many thanks to Storm and NetGalley for the advance copy.