Rattle His Bones (Daisy Dalrymple Mystery)
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As a grey drizzle descends upon the damp errand boys and busy omnibuses of London, Daisy Dalrymple is feeling rather cheerful and excited to be showing her nephew and future stepdaughter the glories of Kensington's Natural History Museum. But as closing time draws near, Daisy and Co. hear a tremendous crash and are horrified to discover one of the curators dead - horribly murdered - atop of a pile of dinosaur bones. Together with her fiance, Detective Chief Inspector Alec Fletcher of Scotland Yard, Daisy is soon investigating a baffling case of missing gems, dispossessed European gentry, fakery and fossils...and where professional grudges boil over into murder.
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Carola Dunn is the author of the Daisy Dalrymple mysteries. Born and raised in England, the author now lives in Eugene, Oregon, USA.
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Daisy Dalrymple is researching some articles about the Natural History Museum when. She is in the wrong place at the wrong time when one of the curators is murdered. Alec Fletcher - Daisy's fiancé - is not pleased that she has yet again got herself involved in a murder case but his colleague, Sergeant Tring, is more forgiving. As ever Daisy vows not to go off investigating for herself but naturally her curiosity gets the better of her and she starts asking questions under cover of her legitimate research.
The professional rivalries of the various curators are well done with the result that almost all of them are suspects. There is also a Grand Duke from a central European country which has been overrun by foreign powers who feels he is entitled to the return of a magnificent ruby which is on display in the museum. One of his ancestors gave it to Queen Victoria and now he needs the money he wants it back. As a result he visits the museum almost every day just to stare at the exhibit.
I thought this book was well written and I like Daisy and her friend Lucy as well as Alec, her fiancé and Belinda, her future stepdaughter. The period detail is good too as is the background of the Natural History Museum. If you have not tried this series before this might be a good one with which to start.
The professional rivalries of the various curators are well done with the result that almost all of them are suspects. There is also a Grand Duke from a central European country which has been overrun by foreign powers who feels he is entitled to the return of a magnificent ruby which is on display in the museum. One of his ancestors gave it to Queen Victoria and now he needs the money he wants it back. As a result he visits the museum almost every day just to stare at the exhibit.
I thought this book was well written and I like Daisy and her friend Lucy as well as Alec, her fiancé and Belinda, her future stepdaughter. The period detail is good too as is the background of the Natural History Museum. If you have not tried this series before this might be a good one with which to start.
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This is a very enjoyable book to read, but the problem I had was trying to remember who was who and what they were in charge of at the Museum etc, which is why I've given it four stars, not five.
Daisy and Alec are at their best as usual, and bring a convincing storyline to the plot as a couple. Just wish they'd hurry up and get married now, as the courship/engagement needs to move on a bit.
All the characters from the Museum all have ample motive and opportunity to kill and steal, and this book doesn't reveal it's culprit until right at the end. Enjoyable read and keeps you guessing right until the end. Would recommend.
Daisy and Alec are at their best as usual, and bring a convincing storyline to the plot as a couple. Just wish they'd hurry up and get married now, as the courship/engagement needs to move on a bit.
All the characters from the Museum all have ample motive and opportunity to kill and steal, and this book doesn't reveal it's culprit until right at the end. Enjoyable read and keeps you guessing right until the end. Would recommend.
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Once again the Honorable Daisy Dalrymple gets involved in murder most foul and in this story the wonderful Natural History Museum provides a stunning background.
I love the Daisy stories, they are very well written and great for a relaxed afternoon read with a nice cup of tea and a piece of cake. "Rattle His Bones" is a particular favourite of mine being set in the NHM which is a jewel of a background to the story.
Daisy and Alec, her Scotland Yard "beau" solve the murder (of course!) with lots of incidents on the way. Familiar characters continue to give the story depth and they provide a good solid backdrop to the main action.
These are not classic crime stories by any means but they are good quality stories and a most enjoyable way to spend an afternoon. Constable and Robinson have almost produced the full Daisy series with brilliant cover illustrations and it can surely only be a matter of time before Daisy appears on TV; I would love to see the books on screen.
So: put the kettle on, cut a slice of cake and escape with Daisy, you won't regret the journey!
I love the Daisy stories, they are very well written and great for a relaxed afternoon read with a nice cup of tea and a piece of cake. "Rattle His Bones" is a particular favourite of mine being set in the NHM which is a jewel of a background to the story.
Daisy and Alec, her Scotland Yard "beau" solve the murder (of course!) with lots of incidents on the way. Familiar characters continue to give the story depth and they provide a good solid backdrop to the main action.
These are not classic crime stories by any means but they are good quality stories and a most enjoyable way to spend an afternoon. Constable and Robinson have almost produced the full Daisy series with brilliant cover illustrations and it can surely only be a matter of time before Daisy appears on TV; I would love to see the books on screen.
So: put the kettle on, cut a slice of cake and escape with Daisy, you won't regret the journey!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Hard to Sink Lower
I must have been mad or feeling feeble in mind when I bought this. For some reason during a nostalgic moment I fancied reading a 1920's style murder mystery akin to an Agatha... Read more
Published 8 months ago by M. G. Chisholm
OK, but weak plot
The author continues to deliver the good things about the series - continuity and believable development of likeable characters - but doesn't really hit the mark with the plot. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Graham R. Hill
eighth daisy investigatio
in doing some research for an article daisy is visting london's natural history musuem with belinda and derek and in true daisy style she gets involved in a murder. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Lindymck
Boneshakers
If you like the genre you'll enjoy this one. The period detail is the hook for Daisy Dalrymple fans so the background squabbling at one of our great institutions adds to the joy. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Alisoun Francis
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