Heirs and Assigns - by Marjorie Eccles (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>1928. Family and friends have gathered at the Shropshire country home of wealthy retired businessman Penrose Llewellyn to celebrate his 60th birthday. But when the host is found dead in his bed, DI Herbert Reardon discovers that there are several longstanding secrets lurking amongst the Llewellyn clan - and among them hides a ruthless killer.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b><i>Introducing Detective Inspector Herbert Reardon in a new mystery series, set in the Downton Abbey period.</b></i> <p/>November, 1928. Family and friends have gathered at the Shropshire country home of Penrose Llewellyn to celebrate the retired wealthy businessman's 60th birthday. But the morning after what should have been a convivial supper party, their host is found dead in his bed - and the circumstances look decidedly suspicious. <p/>As he questions the victim's nearest and dearest, DI Reardon discovers there are several longstanding secrets lurking amongst the Llewellyn clan - and he is convinced that not everyone is telling him the truth, or at least not the whole truth. Those who stand to inherit most from Pen Llewellyn's will - if it can be found - are under the strongest suspicion, and among them hides a ruthless killer.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Plenty of suspects and unexpected twists."-- "Kirkus Reviews"<br><br>"Readers will be as keen as the inspector to see how the case develops"-- "Publishers Weekly"<br><br>"Will delight fans of the TV series Downton Abbey and authors Simon Brett and Kate Kingsbury"-- "Library Journal Starred Review"<br><br>Downton Abbey fans rejoice! This is a book not to be missed. The writing is so evocative of the time, that one can almost hear the characters speaking. Great read!--C. Sharbrough, Librarian<br><br>This delightful British country-house mystery features a clever plot, captivating characters, and authentic period detail."-- "Booklist"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Marjorie Eccles was born in Yorkshire and has since spent some time on the Northumbrian coast. Marjorie has written mainly crime novels, but also some romantic fiction. She is the author of the 'Gill Mayo' mystery series.
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