Lord James Harrington and the Solstice Mystery (Book 9)
Meet Lord James Harrington and his delightful wife, Beth; residents of the tiny village of Cavendish, deep in the heart of West Sussex in England. They adore hosting seasonal events, running their country hotel, keeping the local folklore alive and listening to the latest murder mystery on the wireless. But mysteries don’t always remain on the airwaves.........James and Beth happen upon an accident where the driver, Bernard Potter, is seriously injured. While giving first-aid, Potter mumbles concerns about his daughter which James takes as the ramblings of a dying man. But, when visiting Mrs Potter, they realise that her husband, a police constable, was secretly investigating the goings-on at a local commune where his daughter lived.
Meanwhile, James’ cousin, Herbie, is helping Scotland Yard with an art fraud ring that has extended its reach into Sussex. And, when GJ is approached to be a part of that enterprise, James is drawn into both investigations.
Is Father Sun, leader of the Celestial Faith Commune, genuine or operating a scam? Who is the man that blindfolded GJ? Was Bernard Potter’s crash an accident or murder? Is it really wise for James and Bert to go undercover?
Midsummer is approaching and, alongside his sleuthing, James and Beth are preparing for a number of events in the village, including the Old Time Music Hall and the Midsummer Ball.Join James and Beth, along with the Cavendish regulars, as they embark on a new adventure. << All Books