Big Posie fan! For some reason I had a harder time keeping the characters and events straight. It was a complicated plot which was hard for me to follow and once the mysteries were solved I don’t understand how. Enjoyed the Houdini connections and the magic tricks. Quick read and still enjoyable. Just because it was not my favorite, doesn’t mean it was a good read!2 s Cathy218 1 followerRead

It’s been a while since I visited the world of Posy Parker, and it was an entertaining escape once again. libby-listen1 Ludditus250 13

I've discovered the Posie Parker series with the 12th book (review), then I read the 13th. This 14th is also surprisingly good for a self-editing author, but here too, I have my objections. Despite the author's care regarding period appropriateness (see the customary "Historical Note" at the end), a few things are questionable.

1. "They all wore special thick rubberised suits and masks, protecting themselves from dangerous substances." (Chapter 4) and "Ignoring the many men up on stage in white coats..." (Chapter 6).

Now, the first recorded use of protective gear in forensics was indeed in the 1920s, when scientists began using gloves to prevent contamination of evidence. But full-body protective suits became more common after 1950, especially as modern synthetic materials were not available previously.

Also, the police task force would have had a very limited number of such people, so "the many men" sounds more post-1980s to me.

2. "ginormous" (Chapter 5) was not in use before the 1940s, simply because it was invented around 1942. Gary and Sandra Sims557 1 follower

Wonderful story

It's good to read a new Posie Parker story and this one is a pip. Its nearly Christmas and there is magic in the air, sinister magic. Posie is asked onstage to view a mirror for a magic act only to see the magician die in front of the audience. This starts a case of unbelievable tales starting on who really was the magician, where did his money come from and most importantly who murdered him and why. This wonderful book is packed with new interesting characters and our favorite characters are working hard trying to find the answers. Very enjoyable. Kim Campbell703 4

Good but...

If Posie insists on gloating, even quietly, about always being right then I predict a sad end to her marriage. Richard may be proud of her now, but 10 or more years down the line he'll probably be completely hacked off be it. Being married to an insufferably smug person would enough to send most partners running for the hills. I, and probably Richard, would welcome her being human and wrong occasionally.1920s Tamara Rickman154 1 follower

nice sleight of hand

Posey Parker amuses me no end. She puzzles out a murder mystery involving a magician who claims he worked with Houdini. She upstages her husband, the head of Scotland Yard presenting the answer to the assembled witnesses suspects and police underlings with a flourish, a wink and a nod. Very satisfying. Susan4 2

Amazing as Always

I have been eagerly awaiting another Posie mystery and this did not disappoint. I read it the day I bought it. Hathaway’s storytelling draws you in immediately. Now I’m wondering how long I will have to wait for the next one!!! Jan Duthie242

I always look forward to a new Posie Parker story even if it is a novella but the author packs a complicated, twisting plot into the shorter form. Who did it? You have a choice of characters to choose from each with a complex back story. It was a great afternoon’s read. Carlene718 1 follower

Very interesting story about magic tricks, including a mirror and the back stage of a theather. And the fact that Posie solves the mystery before her husband Richard can.
Good information about the history of Hodiuni and some of his allousions. Teresa1,153

I appreciate the continued excellence in story telling narration, setting and quality of mystery that I can always count on in this series of audiobooks. The recurring characters never let me down, and I enjoy how their relationships evolve and resolve and occasionally dissolve. 2024 Beatrice Gleaves417 6

love this author's books Moriah409 5

Nice quick read to tide over until next longer book. Caridad171

Good easy read…

My only disappointment with this story is that it was too short. I’m a fan of Posie Parker and have read all the books.
Will certainly recommend the series. Sharon Draffin76 1 follower

charming

A charming Christmas mystery if a mystery can be called charming. Harry Houdini and a lock picker both seem to mesh together. And, Posie is always a enjoyable character. Christine Margaret Costello294

Posie does it again. Murder, mystery and intrigue. I enjoyed reading this latest book set in London in 1920's. Posies solves the crime about magic, theft and revenge Barb245 4

4.75 stars Enjoyed this novella. It was short but there were no "extra" words to just take up space. A good read as always. Melissa643 2

Enjoyable, light novella. Grusome murders, with a magic show background. EllenAuthor 4 books27

Magic, betrayal and murder.character setting story Marcia41

Good entry in this series! Meg GlitteryOtters686

2.5 stars Rebecca716 4

A lovely Christmas short story Holly BennettAuthor 3 books2

Very quick read. Good characters, not fully fleshed out but good. Interesting cold and current case blended. Topic of magic and Houdini added to the story. This would also be a good YA read. Michelle Miran1 review

This is not one of LB Hathaway better Posie Parker novels. It was alittle too farfetched as it reached the final point of discovering the the perpetrator of crimes. No real back story and tenuous links that wree not well developed. A pity, howevr I will continue to enjoy future mysteries. Hathawy's Agatha Christie style is entertaing. Lori D3,922 115

Audible Review

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Love this series! Mystery and murder and a brilliant investigator who is better than her husband!amazing-narrator audiobook1 Rowena Onions297 1 follower

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