Murder Under a Cold Moon by Abigail Keam ~ Spotlight

Posted October 4, 2024 by karenbaron in Blog Tour, Contest - Giveaway, Spotlight / 0 Comments

Murder Under a Cold Moon

Series: Mona Moon Mystery #13

Author: Abigail Keam

Genre: Cozy Historical Mystery

Setting: Blackhaven Hall in England

Release Date: September 30, 2024, by Worker Bee Press

Pages: 230

Summary:

Mona Moon and her new husband, Robert Farley, Duke of Brynelleth are on their honeymoon at last. They are invited to a weekend party by an old friend of Robert’s family—Lady Eustacia. Mona and Robert arrive in a substantial downpour to find several other couples awaiting the appearance of their hostess. When Lady Eustacia fails to come downstairs, Mona and Robert search the manor house only to find the lady missing. It is then they discover the telephone wires have been cut and none of the cars are able to drive into town due to the storm. Mona and Robert believe the invitation was a ruse, but for what purpose? And how do they help Lady Eustacia?

Excerpt

Mrs. Boffin pushed a rolling tea cart with an impressive sterling tea service along with a glazed sponge cake and short-bread biscuits into the room. “Oh there you are, Your Grace. Time for tea.”

Peregrine jumped up to help pull the cart into the room by the fire.

“I’m sorry there are not more cakes, but cook had little assistance as most of the staff went out to help the tenants. There is usually a splendid tea,” Mrs. Boffin explained.

“This looks fine,” Mona said, taking in Mrs. Boffin’s auburn hair and slim frame. She put Mrs. Boffin around mid-thirties and noted her green eyes. She was wearing a long-sleeved, blue-plaid, warm-looking wool dress with thick woolen hose and dark shoes. Mona thought Mrs. Boffin dressed a little too old for her age, but was still a handsome woman.

Mona asked, “Have you heard from the men?”

“They are making their way back. The first of them have arrived and are cleaning up in the kitchen. They’ll have their tea there. All the men were covered in mud and soaked to the bone, but we have a shower off the kitchen and extra clothes we keep on hand for emergencies. They will clean up fine. We’ll get them fed and warm before they start off for their homes.”

“Is His Grace back? I can gather fresh clothes for him.” Mona asked.

“The duke, Mr. Collier, and Major Dewsbury are bringing up the rear. They’ll be a while. However, Mr. and Mrs. Birley, as well as Mrs. Dewsbury will be joining us for tea.”

“What about Lady Eustacia?” Mr. Peregrine asked.

“I’m afraid Her Ladyship is still not feeling well enough to join us,” answered Mrs. Boffin, avoiding Mona’s glance.

Mona felt the excuse was a lie, but chose not to confront Mrs. Boffin as Mrs. Dewsbury and the Birleys joined the group.

Mr. Birley jumped in front of Mona hurrying to the fire. He warmed his hands, complaining, “Our bedroom is like ice. Mrs. Birley’s hands are frozen. Can’t something be done?”

“Perhaps your wife should stand closer to the fire, Mr. Birley, if that is the case,” Mona said, irritated that Mr. Birley practically pushed her chair aside from the blazing fire.

The Mona Moon Mystery Series

About the Author

Award-winning author Abigail Keam writes the Mona Moon Mystery Series—a rags-to-riches 1930s mystery series which includes real people and events into the story. “I am a student of history and love to insert historical information into my mysteries. My goal is to entertain my readers, but if they learn a little something along the way—well, then we are both happy.” She has won many awards for her mysteries, and Murder Under A Western Moon is her 40th novel. Miss Abigail lives on the cliffs above the Kentucky River with her husband and various critters. In her spare time, Miss Abigail is a beekeeper.

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