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The Mitford Secret
Deborah Mitford and the Chatsworth mystery
Series: The Mitford Murders
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See moreIn the final, sixth whodunnit in the much-acclaimed The Mitford Murders series, Deborah hosts a party at Chatsworth at which a murder is revealed . . .
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THE MITFORDS AT WAR
It's 1941, and the Mitford household is splintered by the vicissitudes of war. To bring the clan together—maybe for one last time—Deborah invites them to Chatsworth for Christmas, along with a selection of society's most impressive and glamorous guests, as well as old family friend Louisa Cannon, a private detective.
One night, a psychic arrives, and to liven things up Deborah agrees she may host a séance. But entertainment turns to dark mystery as the psychic reveals that a maid was murdered in this very same house—and she can prove it.
Louisa steps forward to try to solve the cold case. But with a house full of people who want nothing more than to bury their secrets, will she be able to unmask the murderer? And how deep does the truth lie?
PRAISE FOR THE MITFORD MURDERS SERIES
'A glittering, entertaining, perfectly formed whodunnit' — Adele Parks
'Exactly the sort of book you might enjoy with the fire blazing, the snow falling etc. The solution is neat and the writing always enjoyable' — Anthony Horowitz
'A lively, well-written, entertaining whodunnit' — The Times
Series: The Mitford Murders
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The Mitford Affair
“All the blissful escapism of a Sunday-night period drama in a book” — The Pool on The Mitford Murders As the glamour of the Bright Young Things crashes into the world of the Mitford sisters, their maid Louisa Cannon finds herself at the scene of a gripping murder mystery. Meet the Bright Young Things, the rabble-rousing hedonists of the 1920s...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Mitford Murders
'A lively, well-written, entertaining whodunit' THE TIMES Lose yourself in the sumptuous first novel in a new series of Golden Age mysteries set amid the lives of the glamorous Mitford sisters. It's 1919, and Louisa Cannon dreams of escaping her life of poverty in London, and most of all her oppressive and dangerous uncle. Louisa's salvation is a position within...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Mitford Secret
THE MITFORDS AT WAR It's 1941, and the Mitford household is splintered by the vicissitudes of war. To bring the clan together—maybe for one last time—Deborah invites them to Chatsworth for Christmas, along with a selection of society's most impressive and glamorous guests, as well as old family friend Louisa Cannon, a private detective. One night, a psychic arrives, and...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday -
The Mitford Trial
A timeless whodunnit with the fascinating Mitford sisters at its heart, The Mitford Trial is inspired by a real-life murder in a story full of intrigue, affairs and betrayal. It's former lady's maid Louisa Cannon's wedding day, but the fantasy is shattered shortly after when she is approached by a secretive man asking her to spy on Diana Mitford—who is...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Mitford Vanishing
A classic mystery starring the glamorous Mitford sisters and inspired by real events, The Mitford Vanishing is the perfect story for fans of Agatha Christie. 1937. War with Germany is dawning, and a civil war is already raging in Spain. Split across political lines, the six Mitford sisters are more divided than ever. Meanwhile, their former maid Louisa Cannon is...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Mitford Scandal
‘Absolute blissikins’ THE GUARDIAN The newly married and most beautiful of the Mitford sisters, Diana, hot-steps around Europe with her husband and fortune heir Bryan Guinness, accompanied by maid Louisa Cannon, as well as some of the most famous and glamorous luminaries of the era. But murder soon follows, and with it, a darkness grows in Diana's heart... This wonderful...PaperbackSold Out
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The Mitford Secret by Jessica Fellowes is a compelling addition to the Crime & Thriller genre, praised for its atmospheric setting and intricate plot. Reviewers appreciate the vivid historical details and complex characters, which add depth to the mystery. Engaging storytelling and rich descriptive writing bring the era to life, making it a favourite among fans of historical crime novels.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780751580662
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 19 October 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Sphere
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 126.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 266g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Jessica Fellowes is an author, journalist and public speaker. Her bestselling The Mitford Murders series has been nominated for awards in Britain, France, Germany and Italy, and sold into eighteen territories. Jessica is also the author of five official companion books to Downton Abbey, various of which hit the New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller lists. She has written short stories for Vogue Italia and L'Uomo Vogue, and made numerous appearances on radio, podcasts and television. She lives in Oxfordshire with her family.
www.jessicafellowes.comTwitter: @jessicafellowesInstagram: @author_jessicafellowesAlso by Jessica Fellowes
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The Mitford Affair
“All the blissful escapism of a Sunday-night period drama in a book” — The Pool on The Mitford Murders As the glamour of the Bright Young Things crashes into the world of the Mitford sisters, their maid Louisa Cannon finds herself at the scene of a gripping murder mystery. Meet the Bright Young Things, the rabble-rousing hedonists of the 1920s...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Mitford Murders
'A lively, well-written, entertaining whodunit' THE TIMES Lose yourself in the sumptuous first novel in a new series of Golden Age mysteries set amid the lives of the glamorous Mitford sisters. It's 1919, and Louisa Cannon dreams of escaping her life of poverty in London, and most of all her oppressive and dangerous uncle. Louisa's salvation is a position within...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Mitford Trial
A timeless whodunnit with the fascinating Mitford sisters at its heart, The Mitford Trial is inspired by a real-life murder in a story full of intrigue, affairs and betrayal. It's former lady's maid Louisa Cannon's wedding day, but the fantasy is shattered shortly after when she is approached by a secretive man asking her to spy on Diana Mitford—who is...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Mitford Vanishing
A classic mystery starring the glamorous Mitford sisters and inspired by real events, The Mitford Vanishing is the perfect story for fans of Agatha Christie. 1937. War with Germany is dawning, and a civil war is already raging in Spain. Split across political lines, the six Mitford sisters are more divided than ever. Meanwhile, their former maid Louisa Cannon is...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Mitford Scandal
‘Absolute blissikins’ THE GUARDIAN The newly married and most beautiful of the Mitford sisters, Diana, hot-steps around Europe with her husband and fortune heir Bryan Guinness, accompanied by maid Louisa Cannon, as well as some of the most famous and glamorous luminaries of the era. But murder soon follows, and with it, a darkness grows in Diana's heart... This wonderful...PaperbackSold Out
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