A Most Agreeable Murder

by Julia Seales

[Quirky Cat]

Book Summary:

Beatrice Steele has never quite fit in with the rest of the ladies. This probably relates to the fact that she abhors typical lady activities, such as needlework and playing musical instruments. Or it might be that her passions lie elsewhere – specifically in the world of true crime.

You can imagine her morbid delight at the death of Edmund Croacksworth. Now she will have her very own mystery to solve! Of course, the stakes are a fair bit higher than she would have liked, with another murder feeling like a distinct possibility.

My Review:

Oh, my goodness. A Most Agreeable Murder was such a strange and delightful novel to read. This book almost defies description. Yes, it is very much a Regency spoof (specifically, it has Pride and Prejudice vibes). But it also has strong cozy/murder mystery elements (a la Agatha Christie or Knives Out). There are even a few more twists/comparisons to be made, but mentioning them may spoil the big reveal.

What I'm trying to say is that while a lot is going on in A Most Agreeable Murder, it's a blast and a half to read. I think it's important to note that you shouldn't go into this book expecting a full Regency novel. Nor should you expect a traditional retelling. This is something different. Setting your expectations before diving in should significantly impact your reading experience.

If you're looking for a historical parody with lots of surprising elements, A Most Agreeable Murder is the book for you. I promise.

Highlights:
Jane Austen Inspired/Retelling
Agatha Christie Vibes (or perhaps a bit of Knives Out)
Regency Spoof
Parody

Trigger Warnings:
Murder

Thanks to Random House and #NetGalley for making this book available for review. All opinions expressed are my own.

You Can Also Find Me On:
Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks | Quirky Cat's Comics | The Book Review Crew | Monkeys Fighting Robots | Storygraph | Bookhype | Bookstagram | Twitter | Tumblr | Reedsy