A Lesson in Secrets by Jacqueline WinspearOn the library stacks: Adult mystery fiction
Series: Maisie Dobbs #8
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
In this 8th installment of this wonderful series, it is 1932 and Maisie finds herself working for the British Secret Service. Posing as a philosophy lecturer, she is able to infiltrate a college in Cambridge where there are suspicious political activities. When the school's founder is murdered, Maisie is able to solve the crime while investigating the disturbing rise of fascism in her own country.
Once again, I just adore Maisie. She's smart and witty, but also feminine and sensitive. I loved the further exploration of her personal life as well as that of her assistant, Billy Beale. I enjoyed the various settings and locations the novel depicted as Maisie traveled back and forth between Cambridge, London, and Kent. I also love how the author integrates historical fiction with her mysteries.
I can't believe this series is soon to be 10 years old! I recommend starting at the beginning if you are a new reader.
Also reviewed by: Savvy Verse & Wit ~ Lesley's Book Nook ~ A Work in Progress ~ Diary of an Eccentric ~ Your link here?
Source: Library
2 comments:
I read Elegy for Eddie and didn't loved it. I've been told I need to go back and start the series from the beginning.
Thanks for linking to my review! I started with this one, but now I'm going to go back and read them in order. :)
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