‘The 1920s are a fascinating and under-used period for new crime fiction, so it’s a particular pleasure to have Frances setting her story at that time. Kate Shackleton is a splendid heroine … I’m looking forward to the next book in the series!’
Ann Granger |
‘Brody’s winning tale of textile industry shenanigans is shot through with local colour’
Independent |
‘The story with its secure setting in the richly-detailed woollen industry, is an excellent read’
Mystery Women |
‘The background detail of milling and dyeing is spot on … as is her ear for the West Riding accent and dialect’ Country Life |
‘An enjoyable and gripping mystery story’
CrimeSquad.com |
‘... a vividly imagined Yorkshire setting. Kate Shackleton joins Jacqueline Winspear’s Maisie Dobbs in a sub-group of young female amateur detectives matured by their wartime experiences. They make excellent heroines.’
Literary Review |
‘Frances Brody knows how to keep the reader guessing. If you like pure detective novels you will love this.’
Gazette & Herald |
