Stap in het Engeland van het begin van de 19e eeuw, een wereld vol boeiende historische mysteries. Deze serie nodigt u uit in een tijdperk van intriges, geheimen en onvergetelijke personages. Elk deel belooft een reis vol wendingen die u tot de laatste bladzijde zal boeien. Ontdek de charme van een vervlogen tijdperk door briljant geconstrueerde detectiveverhalen.
It is Belsfield Hall, 1805. The sudden disappearance of her niece's fiance at their engagement ball leads Miss Dido Kent to worry that something sinister may have occurred. Before long, her fears are confirmed. Family secrets, long consigned to the darkest recesses of the past, begin to emerge as Dido attempts to unravel the strange happenings.
1805. An engagement party is taking place for Mr Richard Montague, son of wealthy landowner Sir Edgar Montague, and his fiancee Catherine. During a dance with his beloved, a strange thing happens: a man appears at Richard's shoulder and appears to communicate something to him without saying a word. Instantly breaking off the engagement, he rushes off to speak to his father, never to be seen again. Distraught with worry, Catherine sends for her spinster aunt, Miss Dido Kent, who has a penchant for solving mysteries. Catherine pleads with her to find her fiance and to discover the truth behind his disappearance. It's going to take a lot of logical thinking to untangle the complex threads of this multi-layered mystery, and Miss Dido Kent is just the woman to do it.
Set in a world reminiscent of Jane Austen's novels, the story follows Dido Kent, a sharp-witted amateur sleuth. Dido navigates the intricacies of society while unraveling mysteries, blending elements of classic literature with a compelling murder investigation. Her character embodies both intelligence and charm, appealing to fans of historical mysteries. The narrative promises a delightful mix of social commentary and suspense, making it an engaging read for those who appreciate clever storytelling and intricate plots.
It's Richmond, 1806. Miss Dido Kent has developed rather a taste for mysteries, having solved the riddle at Belsfield Hall. When her quiet holiday with her cousin Flora is disturbed by the suspicious death of a neighbour, Miss Dido is once more at the centre of an unusual investigation.
Set in a world reminiscent of Jane Austen's novels, the story features Dido Kent, an inquisitive spinster who embodies the spirit of detective Miss Marple. As Dido navigates societal norms and expectations, she uses her keen observational skills to uncover secrets and solve mysteries. With a blend of wit and intelligence, she challenges the conventions of her time while delving into intriguing puzzles, making for a captivating read that combines elements of classic literature with a thrilling whodunit.
Dido Kent is on a journey accompanying to her rich, hypochondriac Aunt Manners when an unexpected mystery crosses her path. A rich heiress has disappeared and while there is a suspected abductor, Dido is inclined to believe in his innocence - but how is she to explain the impossibility of Miss Verney vanishing into thin air?