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I started reading this book because I was truly drawn to the plot. It’s also part of a series, and I’ve been looking for something like this for a while. I read about a third of the book, but it was very difficult for me to continue. Since English is my second language, I found the writing style quite hard to follow. The author did an excellent job capturing the era through her language, but it made the book less accessible for me. I plan to give it another try when it’s translated into my native language.

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The latest in Amelia’s adventures as both agony aunt and investigator is an enjoyable read with a few different plot points that all get addressed by the end. Amelia ends up looking into the murder of the local vicar, and by extension other crimes among the poorer residents of London. As always, she is aided by her friends, including potential suitor Simon. A side mystery that seems like it will drive much of the plot is actually resolved quickly and perhaps a bit too conveniently. The main mystery is well done, however, and balanced by goings-on with Amelia’s large and boisterous visiting family. There are some lovely personal developments, and everything is nicely resolved. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance copy. All views are entirely my own and offered voluntarily.

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If you are looking for a Victorian era story that gives off Bridgerton vibes then this is the story for you. It also has the elements of a mystery and is apart of a series. However, I haven't read the other books I will in the sometime future. I overall found this book to be very humorous and it gave me a good laugh.
We are introduced to Countless Amelia who runs an advice column under pseudonym. However there are people out there who knew her true identity and trying to expose her. things seem to get worse when the vicar who is supposed to be performing the wedding of her ceremony is found dead. Will Amelia be able to solve the mystery and make things right.
I received an arc copy from Netgalley and all opinions are of my own.

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