Abandoned Churches of Ireland
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A Mad, Wicked Folly
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Winterdream
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Kristin (149 KP) rated Murder at Cirey (Victor Constant Mysteries #1) in Books
Dec 7, 2018
Upon finishing this novel, I definitely reiterate the idea that Victor Constant is the Jack Reacher of 18th-century France. His methods are a little unorthodox, but he gets the job done no matter what, and that's what really matters, right?
Well, of course not, because where would be the fun in that?
After all, this IS 18th-century France we're talking about, so playing by the rules, doing everything by the book, and bending to the whims and wishes of the aristocracy is all part of the game. But that's a game Victor doesn't have time for because there's a murderer on the loose!
Once Victor and Voltaire met, this book was set for me. I love the idea of having Voltaire involved in something like this, considering all we really know happened with him, and it was interesting to read his theories on the crime alongside that of Victor's.
I will definitely be checking out the next one in this series, as I think Victor Constant is a force to be reckoned with.
4.5 stars
Diamonds At Dinner: My Life as a Lady's Maid in a 1930s Stately Home.
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