I received an eARC through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Parts of this felt a little over-the-top but as usual, I was completely along for the ride. The framing device was great, as always, the mystery was solvable but not TOO solvable, and the experience of reading everyone's correspondence (which is always the best part for me) was delicious. The characters had such strong personalities in this one, it reminded me of the Appeal all over again (in a good way), these clashing, dramatic personalities playing out on page in front of you.  Another smash hit from Janice Hallett! Now I go back to patiently waiting for her next release....