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Murder at the Boat Club: a 1920s cozy historical mystery (A Ginger Gold Mystery Book 9) Kindle Edition

by Lee Strauss (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,431 ratings
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“Clever and entertaining, you’ll love this charming Golden Age mystery series. And the fashion is to die for!” - Molly C. Quinn, actress, Castle

Murder's a Bad Stroke of Luck!

River Thames boat races between the London University colleges are popular events, and in the spring of 1925 Mrs. Ginger Reed is excited to attend for the first time, especially since the son of a good friend of her new husband, Chief Inspector Basil Reed, is racing.

When a very unusual murder presents itself at the boat club, Lady Gold’s Investigations is hired to take on the case. Ginger’s determined to solve the mystery before someone else dies, but can she manage it without ruining another pair of Italian leather T-strap shoes?


★★★★★


Researching for the Ginger Gold Mysteries has been so much fun. I hope you sense that as you read. Ginger Gold is smart, savvy, and delightful. The fashions, the dances, the CRIME. The character of Haley Higgins, a medical student at the London Medical School for Women allows me to further delve into another keen interest of mine: forensics. Never fear, the Ginger Gold Mysteries are COZY, so no scary, graphic on-stage violence. You'll find these books to be clean reads, with no swearing or sex. I hope you enjoy the Ginger Gold Mystery series!


Hop aboard the 1920s!

THE GINGER GOLD MYSTERY SERIES

Murder on the SS Rosa (Book 1)
Murder at Hartigan House (Book 2)
Murder at Bray Manor (Book 3)
Murder at Feathers & Flair (Book 4)
Murder at the Mortuary (Book 5)
Murder at Kensington Gardens (Book 6)
Murder at st. George’s Church (Book 7)
The Wedding of Ginger & Basil (Book 7.5)
Murder Aboard the Flying Scotsman (Book 8)
Murder at the Boat Club (Book 9)
Murder on Eaton Square (Book 10)
Murder by Plum Pudding (Book 11)
Murder on Fleet Street (Book 12)
Murder at Brighton Beach (Book 13)
Murder at Hyde Park (Book 14)
Murder at Royal Albert Hall (Book 15)
Murder in Belgravia (Book 16)
Murder on Mallowan Court (Book 17)
Murder at the Savoy (Book 18)
Murder at the Circus (Book 19)

~more on the way!


A brand new 1950s series!

THE ROSA REED MYSTERY SERIES

Murder at High Tide (Book 1)
Murder on the Boardwalk (Book 2)
Murder at the Bomb Shelter (Book 3)
Murder on Location (Book 4)
Murder and Rock 'n Roll (Book 5)
Murder at the Races (Book 6)
Murder at the Dude Ranch (Book 7)
Murder at in London (Book 8)
Murder at the Fiesta (Book 9)
Murder at the Weddings (Book 10)

Don't miss LADY GOLD INVESTIGATES, the short story companion series!
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When I was searching for my next series idea I decided to combine my two loves: mystery and history. I have a particular interest in the war years and a curiosity that has turned into an obsession of the between war years - The Roaring Twenties!

Researching for the Ginger Gold Mysteries has been so much fun. I hope you sense that as you read. The fashions, the dances, the CRIME. I admit to being heavily influenced by the Miss Fisher Mysteries TV series, and you might find some similarities between Ginger Gold and Phryne Fisher, but I assure you, they are two very different characters when you dig deep. The character of Haley Higgins, a medical student at the London Medical School for Women allows me to further delve into another keen interest of mine: forensics. Never fear, the Ginger Gold Mysteries are COZY, so no scary, graphic on-stage violence. You'll find these books to be clean reads, with no swearing or sex. I hope you enjoy the Ginger Gold Mystery series!

LADY GOLD INVESTIGATES
Volume 1

Volume 2

Volume 3

HIGGINS & HAWKE MYSTERIES
Book 1 - Death at the Tavern

Book 2 - Death on the Tower

Book 3 - Death on Hanover

For fans of Rhys Bowen, L.B. Hathaway, Jacqueline Winspear, Susan Elia Macneal, T E Kinsey, Leighann Dobbs, Charles Todd, Vivian Conroy, Hamilton Crane, Frances Brody, Ashley Weaver, Patricia Wentworth, Dorothy L. Sayers, G.K. Chesterton, Clara Benson, M.C. Beaton, Charles Finch, Gladys Mitchell, Margery Allingham, Ngaio Marsh, Carola Dunn, Georgette Heyer, Kate Parker, Alyssa Maxwell, Maia Chance, Cecil Freeman Gregg, Barbara Cleverly, Kerry Greenwood, Elizabeth Edmondson, Edmund Crispin, Mary Roberts Rinehart, James Runcie, Catriona McPherson, Anne Perry, Sue Grafton, Martha Grimes, Emma Jameson, Beth Byers, cozy mysteries, historical mysteries, historical fiction.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07QBJ6KJB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ La Plume Press (June 25, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 25, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.8 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 266 pages
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For fans of cozy mysteries with a touch of Downton Abbey ~ from a USA TODAY Bestselling author!

You'll adore Lady Gold from the acclaimed Ginger Gold Mysteries series starting with the introductory novella, Murder on the SS Rosa.

Fill up on the short story companion series, Lady Gold Investigates, and if you're in need of more Golden Age Whodunnits, try the spin-off series, Higgins & Hawke.

Look for the 1950s themed ROSA REED MYSTERIES!

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Customers find the book easy to read and enjoyable. They enjoy the engaging mystery with clever twists and engaging characters. Readers appreciate the historical accuracy and fast pacing of the book. They praise the author as talented and innovative, and find it a pleasure to read about enterprising women.

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36 customers mention "Readability"36 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it a pleasant and delightful series with engaging characters and twisty plots. The author keeps the reader distracted from the real murderer until the end. While the writing is well-crafted, there are some misspellings throughout.

"...The writing is superb to the point that I feel that I am right there with the characters! I can’t wait to start on the next book in the series...." Read more

"...It was a fast read and the author did a great job in keeping the reader distracted from the real murderer until the very end...." Read more

"...but ultimately i don’t think they had enough evidence. a quick, pleasant read." Read more

"...They are fun and the characters are really loveable even Felicia and Ambrosia that I sometimes want to slap. Highly enjoyable!" Read more

28 customers mention "Mystery content"25 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the mystery content. They find it entertaining with interesting characters and clever twists. The story is described as a cozy historical mystery with fast-paced action and constant review of clues. Readers appreciate the simplicity and elegance of the story.

"...Strauss weaves an excellent story." Read more

"Okay cozy historical mystery. Not my favorite of the series. I did feel as if the ending was a little abrupt." Read more

"I have read each Ginger Gold novels and love the continuation of side stories that continue with each novel...." Read more

"...It’s easy to get wrapped up in the simplicity of the story and the elegance of the characters...." Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"9 positive0 negative

Customers like the character development. They say Ginger is an amazing heroine and Basil is her perfect match.

"I love Ginger Gold and Basil Reed. Ms. Strauss creates wonderful characters her readers care about in this 1920s series set in Great Britain...." Read more

"The characters are very enjoyable. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the simplicity of the story and the elegance of the characters...." Read more

"A very entertainin mystery with lots of interesting characters and clever twists in the story...." Read more

"...They are fun and the characters are really loveable even Felicia and Ambrosia that I sometimes want to slap. Highly enjoyable!" Read more

9 customers mention "Fashion"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's fashion and characters. They appreciate the setting and time period, especially Lady Gold, Ginger Gold, and Basil Reed.

"I love Ginger Gold and Basil Reed. Ms. Strauss creates wonderful characters her readers care about in this 1920s series set in Great Britain...." Read more

"...The touches of history, fashion and incidental perks into societies of the time are appreciated." Read more

"Love love love Lady Gold, the roaring twenties and Basil...." Read more

"...Ms. Strauss has woven a good "who done it" along with great fashion choices. This story has you guessing till the end...." Read more

7 customers mention "Historical accuracy"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the historical accuracy of the book. They find the period in history exciting and liberated. The book brings the settings to life with beautiful dresses and exciting cars from 1920s.

"...I find that this time in history to be so exciting and needed as a break between two awful wars." Read more

"A Ginger Gold Feed is always a fun step back in time. The touches of history, fashion and incidental perks into societies of the time are appreciated." Read more

"...Fun and easy to read, story from the 30s." Read more

"...Amid a sea of beautiful dresses and exciting 1920 cars, Ginger finds time for kindness to friends and strangers alike and even patience for her..." Read more

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Customers like the book's pacing. They say it's fast-paced and a quick read.

"...It was a fast read and the author did a great job in keeping the reader distracted from the real murderer until the very end...." Read more

"...but ultimately i don’t think they had enough evidence. a quick, pleasant read." Read more

"As with all of Strauss’ books, Murder at the Boat Club is a quick, fun, and entertaining read...." Read more

"Another great addition! Fast paced and clever! Never would have guessed who done it! Always a good choice to grab a Lady Gold mystery!" Read more

4 customers mention "Reader experience"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book clever and cozy. They say the story is intriguing and requires thought. The author is described as talented and innovative.

"Another great addition! Fast paced and clever! Never would have guessed who done it! Always a good choice to grab a Lady Gold mystery!" Read more

"Smart, clever, cozy read. Good mystery story. Ginger's family life moving along and adjusting in all the right ways. Thank you Lee Strauss!" Read more

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"...A few misspellings through out. The story is intriguing and requires the reader to think." Read more

3 customers mention "Author"3 positive0 negative

Customers praise the author as talented and innovative. They find it a pleasure to read about enterprising women, but sad that some are not well-respected.

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  • Jessica E.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Each book is better than the last!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2020
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    I love Ginger Gold and Basil Reed. Ms. Strauss creates wonderful characters her readers care about in this 1920s series set in Great Britain. The best part is that I never fully know which suspect committed the murder until it comes to Ginger near the end of the book. Strauss weaves an excellent story.
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  • paminocala
    4.0 out of 5 stars pretty good
    Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2022
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    Okay cozy historical mystery. Not my favorite of the series. I did feel as if the ending was a little abrupt.
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  • Avi N
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Series that doesn’t disappoint!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2019
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    I have read each Ginger Gold novels and love the continuation of side stories that continue with each novel. The writing is superb to the point that I feel that I am right there with the characters! I can’t wait to start on the next book in the series. I find that this time in history to be so exciting and needed as a break between two awful wars.
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  • Cynthia Sieloff
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent CLEAN reading!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2021
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    I love this author because she uses her command of the English language with such an expertise that she never has to resort to four letter words to get a point across. Which is a rarity in this day and age of writing. I so appreciate her and I never have to fear getting lamb-blasted by a four letter word that, in my opinion, is so unnecessary.
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  • Maureen E. Huerter
    4.0 out of 5 stars two spices, ginger and basil. just right.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2022
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    The characters are very enjoyable. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the simplicity of the story and the elegance of the characters. Back when times were different, not as complicated but still intriguing.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Kept one guessing....
    Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2019
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    A very entertainin mystery with lots of interesting characters and clever twists in the story. It was a fast read and the author did a great job in keeping the reader distracted from the real murderer until the very end. It was a nice cozy mystery.
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  • Heather Black
    3.0 out of 5 stars a little flat
    Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2019
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    the perfect little world is a bit too perfect. the relationship events a bit obvious. the mystery was ok. but ultimately i don’t think they had enough evidence. a quick, pleasant read.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant Read
    Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2023
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    A Ginger Gold Feed is always a fun step back in time. The touches of history, fashion and incidental perks into societies of the time are appreciated.
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  • emma
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cougar 😉
    Reviewed in Germany on May 28, 2023
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    ... auch wenn die betroffene Dame damals noch nicht so genannt wurde ...
    Ein bißchen seltsam ist dieser Fall schon, aber spannend und gut erzählt.
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  • Grannie glam
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another excellent read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 12, 2020
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    I find myself becoming totally l lost in these quirky fun well told stories.with little twists and turns to hold the reader's interest. Will keep reading until I have read them all
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  • Rekha
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Read
    Reviewed in India on July 13, 2019
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    After author started Higgins and Clarke series, I wondered if Ginger mysteries would continue. This book is really good as compared to previous books in this series and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I hope author doesn't stop writing Higgins series too. Looking forward to read the next book in the series
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  • Dianne Ayres
    5.0 out of 5 stars A must read
    Reviewed in Australia on August 9, 2019
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    Love the characters. Stories are all intriguing.
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Good
    Reviewed in Canada on August 23, 2019
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    Another title in an excellent series. I enjoyed it very much.
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