Old World Murder by Kathleen Ernst

Old World Murder

Chloe Ellefson Mystery #1

Kathleen Ernst

325 pages • first pub 2010 (view editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious medium-paced
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Old World Murder is ideal for readers who enjoy interweaving historical sleuthing with character-driven mysteries, blending suspense with rich cultural and museum lore.

Description

Trying to leave painful memories behind her, Chloe Ellefson is making a fresh start. She's the new collections curator at Old World Wisconsin, an outdoor ethnic museum showcasing 1870s settlement life. On her first day, Chloe meets with an elderly...

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Community Reviews

3.49
based on 200 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 88%

adventurous: 58%

emotional: 41%

informative: 35%

tense: 23%

lighthearted: 11%

relaxing: 11%

reflective: 5%

sad: 5%

Pace

88% of readers chose medium
11% of readers chose slow
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

35% of readers chose Plot
50% of readers chose A mix
14% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

50% of readers chose Yes
28% of readers chose Complicated
21% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

42% of readers chose Yes
42% of readers chose Complicated
14% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

42% of readers chose Yes
14% of readers chose Complicated
42% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

64% of readers chose Yes
14% of readers chose Complicated
21% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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