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Mrs Jeffries Questions the Answer (Mrs Jeffries)
by Emily BrightwellIt was true. Hannah Cameron was not well liked. But were her friends or family the sort to stab her in the back? To almost everyone, the answer is clear: she was killed by a burglar. And since Inspector Witherspoon is not a burglary detective, he has to take a backseat to the odious Inspector Nivens! Mrs Jeffries and the rest of the household must really tiptoe around this time. And if they're not extra careful, it could be a matter of more bodies piling up before they're done!
Mrs. Jeffries Reveals Her Art (Mrs Jeffries #12)
by Emily BrightwellMrs. Jeffries is back - keeping house for Inspector Witherspoon and, as always, keeping him on his toes. This popular Victorian mystery series is "full of Humor, suspense, adventure, and touches of romance." Rendezvous," and in Mrs. Jeffries Reveals Her Art, a missing artist's model is the catalyst for a baffling mystery that will satisfy and delight Mrs. Jeffries legions of fans.
Mrs Jeffries Reveals her Art (Mrs Jeffries)
by Emily BrightwellBehind every great detective there's a woman who's an even greater crime solver!The artist's model never even showed up to Neville Grant's house - nor was expected, according to the cranky Mr Grant. But with all of his ranting and raving, it was hard getting a straight answer. Then, one of Grant's houseguests suddenly dies right before their eyes - and it was no accident! Now, Mrs Jeffries has to work double-time to find the missing model and the killer. And she'll have to get her whole staff involved - before someone else becomes the next still life...
Mrs. Jeffries Rights a Wrong
by Emily BrightwellMrs. Jeffries is back in the New York Times bestselling Victorian Mytery series, perfect for fans of Downton Abbey.Thomas Mundy checks in to London’s Wrexley Hotel, but he never checks out. The maid finds him on the floor of his room, bludgeoned to death by his own walking stick. Inspector Witherspoon is soon on the case and learns Mundy had a reputation for being polite, charming, and diligent—an unlikely victim for such a violent crime. But Mrs. Jeffries and the household staff uncover that Mundy was less an amiable businessman and more a duplicitous con man with enemies on both sides of the Atlantic. Now Witherspoon and his staff must determine who on their lengthy list of suspects had the motive to put Mundy in the red. A Mrs. Jeffries Mystery She keeps house for Inspector Witherspoon . . . and keeps him on his toes. Everyone’s awed by his Scotland Yard successes—but they don’t know about his secret weapon. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, Mrs. Jeffries’ polished detection skills are up to the task . . . proving that behind every great man there’s a woman—and that a crimesolver’s work is never done.From the Paperback edition.
Mrs Jeffries Rocks The Boat (Mrs Jeffries)
by Emily BrightwellMirabelle Daws travelled all the way from Australia to Sheridan Square to visit her sister - only to die in the middle of a locked garden. All the residents of Sheridan Square have a key to the garden - but no-one seemed to know that Mirabelle was planning to arrive. So the question facing Mrs. Jeffries and Inspector Witherspoon is: who wanted to make sure that Mirabelle's visit was very, very short-lived?Praise for the Mrs Jeffries Mysteries:'It's murder most English all the way!' The Literary Times 'Fascinating murder mystery . . . wit and style . . . a winning series. Mrs. Jeffries is the Miss Marple of Victorian Mystery' The Paperback Forum
Mrs Jeffries Rocks The Boat (Mrs Jeffries)
by Emily BrightwellMirabelle Daws travelled all the way from Australia to Sheridan Square to visit her sister - only to die in the middle of a locked garden. All the residents of Sheridan Square have a key to the garden - but no-one seemed to know that Mirabelle was planning to arrive. So the question facing Mrs. Jeffries and Inspector Witherspoon is: who wanted to make sure that Mirabelle's visit was very, very short-lived?Praise for the Mrs Jeffries Mysteries:'It's murder most English all the way!' The Literary Times 'Fascinating murder mystery . . . wit and style . . . a winning series. Mrs. Jeffries is the Miss Marple of Victorian Mystery' The Paperback Forum
Mrs. Jeffries Rocks the Boat (Mrs. Jeffries #14)
by Emily BrightwellAnnabeth Gentry thinks someone wants her dead. When Mrs. Jeffries discovers three attempts on her life, she thinks Annabeth may be right. Now she must unearth answers -- and fast!
Mrs. Jeffries Speaks Her Mind
by Emily BrightwellThe eccentric Olive Kettering swore someone was trying to harm her. Too bad no one listened, though plenty wanted her dead. When Olive is shot and killed, Mrs. Jeffries has no problem speaking her mind to see justice served.
Mrs. Jeffries Stalks The Hunter
by Emily Brightwell"Emily Brightwell continues to brighten the well-being of her fens with ENTERTAINING MYSTERIES." -Midwest Book Review "A WINNING COMBINATION IN WITHERSPOON AND JEFFRIES. It's murder most English all the way!" -The Literary Times INSPECTOR WITHERSPOON ALWAYS TRIUMPHS ... HOW DOES HE DO IT? Even the Inspector himself doesn't know-because his secret weapon is as ladylike as she is clever. She's Mrs. Jeffries-the determined, delightful detective who stars in this unique Victorian mystery series. Be sure to read them all...From the book jacket:
Mrs. Jeffries Stalks the Hunter (A Victorian Mystery #19)
by Emily BrightwellSir Edmund Leggett is flattered to be stalked by a young lady--who makes herself scarce after he's murdered in cold blood. The police hold the young woman to blame. But Inspector Witherspoon has other ideas and consults his housekeeper, Mrs. Jeffries--who always gets to the heart of the matter.
Mrs Jeffries Stalks the Hunter (Mrs Jeffries)
by Emily BrightwellSir Edmund Leggett is flattered to be stalked by a young lady. But she soon makes herself scarce after he's murdered in cold blood. The police hold the young woman to blame. But Inspector Witherspoon has other ideas and consults his housekeeper, Mrs. Jeffries - who always gets to the heart of the matter.Praise for the Mrs Jeffries Mysteries:'It's murder most English all the way!' The Literary Times'Fascinating murder mystery . . . wit and style . . . a winning series. Mrs. Jeffries is the Miss Marple of Victorian Mystery' The Paperback Forum
Mrs Jeffries Stalks the Hunter (Mrs Jeffries)
by Emily BrightwellSir Edmund Leggett is flattered to be stalked by a young lady. But she soon makes herself scarce after he's murdered in cold blood. The police hold the young woman to blame. But Inspector Witherspoon has other ideas and consults his housekeeper, Mrs. Jeffries - who always gets to the heart of the matter.Praise for the Mrs Jeffries Mysteries:'It's murder most English all the way!' The Literary Times'Fascinating murder mystery . . . wit and style . . . a winning series. Mrs. Jeffries is the Miss Marple of Victorian Mystery' The Paperback Forum
Mrs Jeffries Stands Corrected (Mrs Jeffries #12)
by Emily BrightwellWhen the landlord of a local pub is found stabbed in the back, Inspector Witherspoon tries to fathom the mystery from first principles. Meanwhile Mrs Jeffries and the household staff spring into action, trying to make sure that the right person is apprehended. This charming series of Victorian murder mysteries features mild-mannered Inspector Witherspoon of Scotland Yard and, more importantly, Mrs Jeffries, his housekeeper. A policeman's widow herself, her quick wits allow her to nudge the Inspector in the right direction to solve the crime.
Mrs. Jeffries Stands Corrected (Mrs Jeffries #9)
by Emily BrightwellMrs. Jeffries has been solving Inspector Witherspoon's cases for him for years, in her own demure way, of course. But this time, Inspector Witherspoon is determined to trust his own instincts when it comes to the murder of a local publican, and he's keeping Mrs. Jeffries in the dark. Now the entire household staff is up in arms, hoping the Inspector doesn't ruin his career before they can solve the case themselves.
Mrs Jeffries Sweeps the Chimney (Mrs Jeffries)
by Emily BrightwellA dead man dressed like a vicar is propped against a church wall, clutching the address of a dilapidated cottage that's abandoned - except for a human skeleton inside. Inspector Witherspoon's only prayer is to seek the counsel of his housekeeper and secret weapon, Mrs. Jeffries - who proves that a great crimesolver's work is never done.Praise for the Mrs Jeffries Mysteries:'It's murder most English all the way!' The Literary Times'Fascinating murder mystery . . . wit and style . . . a winning series. Mrs. Jeffries is the Miss Marple of Victorian Mystery' The Paperback Forum
Mrs Jeffries Sweeps the Chimney (Mrs Jeffries)
by Emily BrightwellA dead man dressed like a vicar is propped against a church wall, clutching the address of a dilapidated cottage that's abandoned - except for a human skeleton inside. Inspector Witherspoon's only prayer is to seek the counsel of his housekeeper and secret weapon, Mrs. Jeffries - who proves that a great crimesolver's work is never done.Praise for the Mrs Jeffries Mysteries:'It's murder most English all the way!' The Literary Times'Fascinating murder mystery . . . wit and style . . . a winning series. Mrs. Jeffries is the Miss Marple of Victorian Mystery' The Paperback Forum
Mrs. Jeffries Sweeps the Chimney: A Victorian Mystery (Mrs. Jeffries #18)
by Emily BrightwellA dead man dressed like a vicar is propped against a church wall, clutching the address of a dilapidated cottage that's abandoned--except for a human skeleton inside. Inspector Witherspoon's only prayer is to seek the counsel of his housekeeper and secret weapon, Mrs. Jeffries--who proves that a great crimesolver's work is never done.
Mrs Jeffries Takes The Cake (Mrs Jeffries #10)
by Emily BrightwellThe evidence was all there: a dead body, two dessert plates, and a gun. Could it be that Mr. Ashbury was sharing his cake with his killer? The old bloke had enemies galore - even his oown daughter disliked him. Mr. Ashbury's son-in-law doesn't want Inspector Witherspoon asking questions. Of course this doesn't stop Mrs. Jeffries and her staff snooping around.
Mrs Jeffries Takes The Stage (Mrs Jeffries #13)
by Emily BrightwellThe corpse of an acerbic theatre critic is discovered in the canal, but on further examination, it turns out that he was first drowned in a bathtub. Inspector Witherspoon investigates at the theatre, but Mrs Jeffries concentrates on the critic's murky past - uncovering secrets that are more dramatic than any play.This charming series of Victorian murder mysteries features mild-mannered Inspector Witherspoon of Scotland Yard and, more importantly, Mrs Jeffries, his housekeeper. A policeman's widow herself, her quick wits allow her to nudge the Inspector in the right direction to solve the crime.
Mrs Jeffries Takes Stock (Mrs Jeffries #4)
by Emily BrightwellInspector Witherspoon has never come up against a case which he couldn't solve . . . with the help of his housekeeper, Mrs. Jeffries. But now he's confronted with a bewlidering murder. It seems as though the victim has cheated his stockholders out of a fortune, which leaves each of them with a strong motive for the crime. So Mrs Jeffries is confronted with a complex brew of murder and high finance. This time even she might not manage to add it all up . . .This charming series of Victorian murder mysteries features mild-mannered Inspector Witherspoon of Scotland Yard and, more importantly, Mrs Jeffries, his housekeeper. A policeman's widow herself, her quick wits allow her to nudge the Inspector in the right direction to solve the crime.
Mrs. Jeffries Takes Stock (Mrs. Jeffries #4)
by Emily BrightwellWhen her employer, Inspector Witherspoon, is saddled with the baffling murder of a man who had allegedly cheated his stockholders out of a fortune, housekeeper Mrs. Jeffries comes to the rescue.
Mrs. Jeffries Takes the Cake (A Victorian Mystery #13)
by Emily BrightwellMeet the inspector and Mrs. Jeffries--in a delightful mystery series set in Victorian England--and featuring the most charming characters ever to crack a case.The evidence was all there: a dead body, two dessert plates, and a gun. Could it be that Mr. Ashbury was sharing his cake with his killer? The old bloke had enemies galore - even his oown daughter disliked him. Mr. Ashbury's son-in-law doesn't want Inspector Witherspoon asking questions. Of course this doesn't stop Mrs. Jeffries and her staff snooping around.
Mrs. Jeffries Takes the Stage
by Emily BrightwellA mystery featuring the Inspector and Mrs. Jeffries--"the Miss Marple of Victorian mystery." (Paperback Forum) It was a most peculiar murder. A man's body was found in the canal--but the evidence showed that he had drowned in a bathtub. A theatre critic known for his savage reviews, the victim had had a full cast of enemies. While Inspector Witherspoon scoured the theatre, his housekeeper and unofficial sleuthing partner Mrs. Jeffries uncovered the critic's secret past: a real-life drama more compelling than any stage play... Emily Brightwell is the author of numerous Mrs. Jeffries mysteries, including Mrs. Jeffries and the Merry Gentlemen, Mrs. Jeffries Sallies Forth, and Mrs. Jeffries Turns the Tide.
Mrs. Jeffries & the Mistletoe Mix-Up
by Emily BrightwellKISS OF DEATH Moments after a high tea is interrupted by a fire in the servants' hall, art collector Daniel McCourt is found sprawled on the floor of his study under a bundle of mistletoe, his throat slit by the bloody sword lying next to his body. Could the killer be a disgruntled lover, sending a message by murdering McCourt under the mistletoe? Could it be one of his fellow collectors, pointedly using one of McCourt's own acquisitions to kill him? Inspector Witherspoon is determined to solve the case--preferably before Christmas Eve--but of course he will need some assistance from the always sharp-witted Mrs. Jeffries, who has her own theories on why McCourt had to die by the sword... A Mrs. Jeffries Mystery
Mrs. Jeffries Turns the Tide: A Victorian Mystery (Mrs. Jeffries #31)
by Emily BrightwellBeautiful and new in town, Ellen Langston-Jones doesn't have any enemies. So, when she's found dead in the communal gardens, Inspector Witherspoon quickly narrows the field of suspects down to one: Lucius Montague, who was seen threatening Mrs. Langston-Jones shortly before her death.<P><P>The Inspector and all of London are positive that he's the killer, but Mrs. Jeffries has doubts. Her biggest problem is that Lucius Montague is a very disagreeable character and no one--including Inspector Witherspoon's staff--is inclined to save his skin. Now, she must turn the tide of the investigation...or watch an innocent man take the fall for the real killer.<P>A Mrs. Jeffries Mystery She keeps house for Inspector Witherspoon...and keeps him on his toes. Everyone's awed by his Scotland Yard successes--but they don't know about his secret weapon. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, Mrs. Jeffries' polished detection skills are up to the task...proving that behind every great man there's a woman--and that a crimesolver's work is never done.