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A Deception at Thornecrest

By: Ashley Weaver
Narrated by: Karen Cass
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Amory Ames is alone at her country house Thornecrest, enjoying her last few weeks of peace and quiet as she prepares for the imminent arrival of her baby. 

Her husband, Milo, is in London on business, and Amory is content to catch up on her correspondence, organise the nursery, and avoid the well-meaning but rather overbearing company of the ladies in the village as they prepare for the Springtide Festival. 

But then a woman appears on her doorstep, also claiming to be Mrs. Ames, Milo’s wife. Amory's marriage has had its ups and downs in the past, but her faith in her husband has been restored, and Milo has been nothing but thrilled about becoming a father. 

Though the supposed second Mrs. Ames seems earnest, Amory is convinced she must be mistaken, a belief that Milo confirms upon his homecoming. However, when a second unexpected visitor arrives at Thornecrest, secret identities and whirlwind romances appear to be becoming par for the course. 

It's not until the day of the festival, when a body is discovered, that the strange characters appearing in town begin to seem more sinister, and Amory is determined to uncover the killer in the crowd.

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“An elegant Agatha Christie romp.” (Deborah Crombie)

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Great fun and brilliantly narrated by Karen Cass, as always. Not so many Americanisms in this book. :)

Great fun and brilliantly narrated as always.

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Amory and Milo have returned to their country home, Thorncrest Manor to await the birth of their first child. Milo is hoping to keep Amory away from mysteries but unfortunately a suspicious death brings matters close to home. Deception it seems is rife within their village and Amory cannot stand by when a long lost relative is arrested for the crime. Will Amory unearth the truth before she enters motherhood.

Fast becoming a favourite of Amory and Milo Ames and now waiting for the next instalment of this great series.

Another murder mystery for the Ames

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A most entertaining book. Very much enhaced by an excellent narrator. Well rounded caracters and a refreshingly unortodox denoument.

Solid effort

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I enjoyed the story. It was an easy listen with enough twists to keep you interested.

Super Narration

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Pleasant mystery story not grim or ghastly . Well read. Good plot would like to listen to another in series

Easy pleasant listening

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