Murder at Ashton Steeple: Heathcliff Lennox Investigates
Murder at Ashton Steeple is a Heathcliff Lennox Investigates historical country-house mystery set in the detective's own Cotswolds village. A wealthy outsider is found shot through the heart with an arrow, and Lennox, Swift and their household pursue the killer. This Kindle edition is listed at 252 pages, with features including screen-reader support and enhanced typesetting.
At a glance
- A Cotswolds country-house murder investigation in Lennox's own village.
- The victim is a wealthy newcomer, killed with an arrow through the heart.
- The story brings together Lennox, detective Swift, Lennox's wife Persi and members of their household.
- Listed as the tenth book in the Heathcliff Lennox series.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The village setting ties the murder investigation closely to the lead detective's home life and community.
- The listed Kindle edition supports screen readers and includes enhanced typesetting, X-Ray, Word Wise and Page Flip.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Series | Heathcliff Lennox series |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Little Dog Publishing Ltd |
| Publication date | July 21, 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 252 pages |
| File size | 482 KB |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
|---|---|
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes this as Book 10. Readers new to the series may prefer to check earlier installments before starting here. The publisher's plot summary suggests an ensemble mystery with an arrow killing and active household characters.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers of historical country-house and village murder mysteries.
- Existing Heathcliff Lennox series readers looking for the tenth installment.
- Kindle readers who want listed reading aids such as Word Wise and screen-reader support.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a standalone introduction to a series, unless they are comfortable beginning with a later installment.
- Readers who prefer books outside historical mystery and country-house settings.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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21% 21% - 3 stars
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Customer feedback highlights the plot's twists, character development, engaging pace and writing style, with customers also expressing interest in continuing the series. Those reported strengths may appeal to readers who enjoy an ongoing detective cast and layered mystery. Aggregate ratings are broadly positive, but ratings alone do not establish which parts of this particular installment work best for every reader.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the plot's twists and turns.
- Customer feedback notes character development across the series.
- Customers describe the story as engaging and the writing style positively.
Frequently asked questions
Which book in the Heathcliff Lennox series is this?
The listing identifies Murder at Ashton Steeple as Book 10 in the Heathcliff Lennox series.
What is the mystery about?
A wealthy outsider is killed with an arrow in Ashton Steeple. Lennox and Swift investigate while members of Lennox's household are involved.
What Kindle features are listed?
The listing states that screen-reader support, enhanced typesetting, X-Ray, Word Wise and Page Flip are enabled.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 252 pages and a Kindle file size of 482 KB.
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