Murder at Blackwater Bend
- Hardcover
304 pages
- Release Date
25 September 2020
Summary
Wild-hearted Kentuckian Stella Kendrick cautiously navigates the strict demands of British high society as the future Lady of Morrington Hall. But when petty scandals lead to bloody murder, her outspoken nature could be all that keeps her alive …
Following a whirlwind engagement to Viscount “Lyndy” Lyndhurst, Stella is finding her footing within an elite social circle in picturesque rural England. Except tea time with refined friends can be more dangerous than etiquette faux pas-espec…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781496717788 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1496717783 |
| Author: | Clara McKenna |
| Publisher: | Kensington Publishing |
| Imprint: | Kensington Publishing |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 25 September 2020 |
| Weight: | 568g |
| Dimensions: | 211mm x 140mm |
| Series: | A Stella and Lyndy Mystery |
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Praise for Murder at Blackwater Bend
“A spirited American heiress who’s shocked the stuffy Edwardian aristocracy turns to detection once more…Oodles of charisma in a neat combination of mystery and romance.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“McKenna manages to pull the many story lines together toward the satisfying conclusion.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Love will have its way and murder will out, but it’s a harrowing and dangerous experience for the Kentucky heiress and her noble intended, with plenty of false clues and mysterious diversions.”
—The New York Journal
“The varied and richly portrayed characters make this story.”
—Booklist
“Entertaining.”
—Historical Novel Society
“Stella and Lyndy come from different backgrounds but together they’re creating a life that combines the best of the old and new worlds. I look forward to their next adventure, hopefully after a splendiferous wedding.”
—Criminal Element
About The Author
Clara McKenna
Clara McKenna has a B.A. in Biology from Wells College and a M.L.I.S in Library and Information Studies from McGill University. She is the founding member of Sleuths in Time, a cooperative group of historical mystery writers who encourage and promote each other’s work. She is also a member of Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime.
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