A Deadly Venetian Affair: A 1920s Mystery (Henry Fleming Investigates)

A Deadly Venetian Affair: A 1920s Mystery (Henry Fleming Investigates)

A tragic death. A hotel filled with suspects. A baffling mystery in Venice. Private detective Henry Fleming, having just wrapped up a case which has taken him to Venice, has decided to stay for a few more days to explore the city and sample some of its renowned sweet confections. However, no sooner does one investigation end than another begins. Sir Ernest Templeton, also holidaying in Venice with his wife, has received an intimidating poison pen letter which he regards as ‘stuff and nonsense!’, although Lady Templeton is insistent that the writer poses a genuine threat to her husband’s life. Fleming is asked to join them for a few days at their luxury hotel: after all, it’s better to be safe than sorry when a man’s life is at stake! It soon becomes apparent, however, that several of the guests are not who they claim to be and that Sir Ernest really is in mortal danger. With time against him, can our great sleuth identify from whom the threat comes? For fans of Poirot, Miss Marple, Columbo, Jessica Fletcher and all their wonderful whodunnit / howdunnit mysteries. Clean read: no graphic violence, bedroom shenanigans, or strong language. I love a good mystery, especially 1920s style. If you like an Agatha Christie style mystery, you'll love Henry Fleming. This is the first book in the new series by Jay Gill. I wasn't sure who did it (apart from at one point I did wonder) - no spoilers. Read this over night. You can easily read it in one setting. Highly recommended. I liked reading this novel very much and look forward to more Henry Fleming mysteries! I recommend anyone who enjoys old fashioned murder mysteries to try this. Great characters, really enjoyed the story line, and great plot. Highly recommend