Linda S. (GoneToTheDogs) reviewed Maisie Dobbs / Birds of a Feather (Maisie Dobbs, Bks 1 & 2) on + 625 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
The mysteries take place during WW1. The author writes so
vividly and factually of this era that one might think she
actually lived through this time herself. Her mysteries
take you back to the 1800's and early 1900's when.
Maisie became a detective back during the "great war" when
women weren't exactly welcomed in such an occupation.
She solves mysteries as well suffers through her own
heartbreaking losses during the time we called, "the war to end all wars"
vividly and factually of this era that one might think she
actually lived through this time herself. Her mysteries
take you back to the 1800's and early 1900's when.
Maisie became a detective back during the "great war" when
women weren't exactly welcomed in such an occupation.
She solves mysteries as well suffers through her own
heartbreaking losses during the time we called, "the war to end all wars"
Angie P. reviewed Maisie Dobbs / Birds of a Feather (Maisie Dobbs, Bks 1 & 2) on + 11 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Two books in one. Each is its own story. They are interesting historical mysteries that keep the suspense to the end.
Meredith P. (Francophile) reviewed Maisie Dobbs / Birds of a Feather (Maisie Dobbs, Bks 1 & 2) on + 52 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Winspear has created a fascinating sleuth in Maisie Dobbs...very well-crafted mysteries set in post WWI London. Full of lively and true-to-life characters. You dive in and get lost for hours!
Norma B. reviewed Maisie Dobbs / Birds of a Feather (Maisie Dobbs, Bks 1 & 2) on + 40 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Both of these books are outstanding. Excellent period atmosphere, suspense all the correct elements. Excellent writing
Helpful Score: 1
A very fresh take on the classic English detective, and a nice twist on the young woman detective genre. Set in WWI England,it is another view of life in England in the time of Downton Abbey. Maisie herself is very original and likeable, and the mysteries are original. A fun read and I'm looking forward to the whole series.
