A tragic accident or an untimely death?
When Drew Hopgood’s brother, Frank dies whilst out climbing, it’s initially thought his death was simply a tragic accident. But when Frank’s much younger wife, Stella arrives at Hopgood Hall demanding half of Frank’s inheritance the Hopgoods and Alexi Ellis begin to suspect foul play…
Stella has no claim to Frank’s legacy, but she isn’t giving up easily. And with the reputation of Hopgood Hall still fragile, Alexi can’t afford to lose any more money because of Stella’s greed.
So Alexi, her partner Jack, and Cosmo of course, decide to dig deeper into Stella’s background. Just how did she meet Frank and were they really as in love as she claims?
As the trio investigate, they discover Stella has her own reasons for being back at Hopgood Hall. And rather than console the grieving widow, Alexi and Jack think they might need to look again at Frank’s tragic death – because rather than an accident this could have been a deadly fall – planned by his own wife!
A boutique hotel. A feral cat. A recipe for murder!
A gripping murder mystery, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Frances Evesham and Emma Davies.
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Author Bio
Evie Hunter has written a great many successful regency romances as Wendy Soliman and is now redirecting her talents to produce dark gritty thrillers for Boldwood. For the past twenty years she has lived the life of a nomad, roaming the world on interesting forms of transport, but has now settled back in the UK.
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Why Should You Read It?
A Deadly Legacy by E.V. Hunter is a gripping mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. When Frank Hopgood dies in what appears to be a tragic climbing accident, his family is rocked, but nothing feels quite right. Enter his young widow, Stella, who unexpectedly demands a share of Frank’s inheritance, and the drama quickly thickens.
The story unravels as Alexi Ellis, her partner Jack, and Cosmo begin investigating Stella’s motives, uncovering dark secrets about Frank’s death. What starts as a simple look into Stella’s background soon spirals into a complex web of deceit and suspicion, as Alexi wonders whether Frank’s death was truly an accident or a well-planned murder by his own wife.
Hunter does an excellent job building suspense, layering in twists and turns that keep the reader guessing. The characters are well-developed, with Alexi leading the investigation in a way that makes you root for her to uncover the truth. The tension between family loyalty, greed, and betrayal is palpable, and the setting of Hopgood Hall adds a haunting, atmospheric backdrop to the drama.
While the plot is engaging and the pace is steady, there are moments where the story could have delved deeper into character motivations and backstory, which would have made the twists even more impactful. However, overall, this is an exciting and entertaining read, perfect for fans of suspense and family mysteries.
A great addition to the series, and I’m looking forward to seeing what comes next!