Mary C. reviewed on 3/21/2010 + 41 more book reviews

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Kate and Charles are on a seaside holiday in Rottingdean for two basic reasons. First, their marriage has been somewhat strained because of their stay in London while Charles did his obligation in Parliament. Secondly, they have suffered a personal tragedy which neither can bring themselves to openly talk about. Charles' friend, Rudyard Kipling, and his family are also there which becomes a benefit when not one, but two coast guardsmen are murdered. No one in the village wants to admit that murder has occurred because inquiry might uncover the the illegal side business going on.

When Charles and Kate realize that a young boy named Patrick (whose mother is deceased and whose father has abandoned him) has seen the murderer of one guardsman, they must keep him safe as well as finding and deciphering the clues left behind at the murders.

When I started this book, I wasn't sure I was going to finish it simply because of the tone with which it started; however, I did, and I am glad of it. This book brings up happenings from previous books and hints at possible historical happenings to come, plus the Prince of Wales makes an appearance again! The authors, once again, incorporate history and important people of the time very well. Enjoy.

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