Death, Diamonds, and Deception

Death, Diamonds, and Deception by Rosemary Simpson is a Historical Mystery is set in late 19th Century New York. This detective mystery series doesn’t have to be read in order to be enjoyed and each book is very distinctive. I do suggest reading every book because while there is continuity it is not the same story with variations. Ms. Simpson’s latest book has exciting action, priceless jewelry, thieves, mysterious deaths, secrets and thrills to the very end. If there is a moral to this story it could be summed up as ˋˋbe sure your sins will find you out´´ or the old adage ˋˋthey got their just desserts´´. A well woven story that will keep you wondering who did it, why and how it was done? I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. I appreciate the opportunity and thank the author and publisher for allowing me to read, enjoy and review this book. 5 Stars

1870s, private-investigators, NYC, law-enforcement, friendship, family-dynamics, historical-fiction, historical-places-events, historical-research, historical-setting, prejudice***** 1879 Manhattan, New York. Prudence, the daughter of a judge and independent woman, and Geoffrey, a former Pinkerton man, are Private Investigators (along with their secretary, an ex-NYPD cop, and others) are hired by a wealthy supercilious stock broker whose wife's elaborate Tiffany diamond necklace has been found to have had many of its diamonds replaced with paste. To top it all off, the person who actually discovered the theft was Prudence's visiting aristocratic and bossy aunt from London. The partners have only begun to investigate when the first murder occurs. There are more murders, a resentful NYPD detective, multiple family issues, alcoholic family members (the stuff about the gold cure and Swiss clinic seem well researched), red herrings, plot twists, and some really fascinating characters. I loved it for all that and more! I requested and received a free ebook copy from Kensington Books via NetGalley. Thank you!