A Death in Diamonds

Name: A Death in Diamonds
Brand: Dreamscape Media
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)
Author: S. J. Bennett
ISBN: 9781666679250

Author: S. J. Bennett

Series: Her Majesty the Queen Investigates #4

Narrator: Samantha Bond

Unabridged: 12 hr 19 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Dreamscape Media

Published: 01/21/2025

Categories: Fiction, Mystery & Detective, Historical Fiction, Women Sleuths, Amateur Sleuth

Synopsis

Two murders in Chelsea plague amateur detective Queen Elizabeth II in the fourth book in the charming series, perfect for fans of Rhys Bowen and Jacqueline Winspear. 1957, England. Young Queen Elizabeth II is finding her way in postwar Europe, trying to repair friendships with foreign governments. Advised by her father's old courtiers, the Queen suspects that they may not have her best interests at heart. One of them is trying to sabotage her public appearances: that much she is sure of. When two bodies turn up in Chelsea, the Queen finds herself unwillingly used as the alibi for somebody very close to her. With the reputation of the monarchy at stake, Elizabeth knows she can't face these challenges alone. She needs support from someone she can trust. Therefore, she enlists the help of an ex-code breaker, Joan McGraw, to uncover the truth. But as Elizabeth and Joan are uncovering secrets from the past, the clock is ticking, and they are in more danger than they know.

About S. J. Bennett

S. J. Bennett was born in Yorkshire, England, and lives in London. An army child, she grew up traveling around the world. Her first novel was published when she was forty-two, after a varied career and lots of procrastination. She is the award-winning author of several books for children and teaches and podcasts about writing.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Kate on January 19, 2025

I listened to the audio version of this novel with the sublime Samantha Bond narrating. What a treat. The book certainly isn't my normal fare and this is the fourth in a series I've not previously been aware of. However this didn't spoil any enjoyment of the book. It's a really fun read even though i......more

Goodreads review by Ash on July 16, 2024

loved the concept of this book, historical fiction is a genre out of my comfort zone but this felt more like cozy mystery read. Only concern is: where on earth is the police 😭 if you exclude that thought, it was fun and I really enjoyed the Royal aspect of it ( i wrote a whole detailed review but goo......more

Goodreads review by Laubythesea on October 22, 2024

Entretenido pero para mí el más flojito de la serie......more

Goodreads review by Karen Hammond on January 29, 2024

This is such a magical series that just keeps getting better and better. They are a respectful but highly entertaining homage to our late beloved Queen. The small historical touches and setting are wonderful. A super series.......more

Goodreads review by Estíbaliz on August 21, 2024

3'5⭐ YOUTUBE / INSTAGRAM Esta cuarta entrega de la serie cozy mystery protagonizada por Isabel II se ambienta por completo en 1957, por lo que podría tomarse incluso como precuela de los tres anteriores (ambientados a partir de 2016, sino me equivoco) e incluso se podría leer en primer lugar o a mod......more

Quotes

Samantha Bond is winning as Queen Elizabeth II . . . [Her] lovely voice, genteel manner, and upper-crust pronunciations deliver entertaining portraits . . . Bond's performance highlights political intrigues, murderous intentions, and a sharp-witted, spirited queen. Highly enjoyable listening.