This is a good historical fiction that keeps you wanting more. It is a good mix of faith, action and a good plot. Unique in that you have a woman Detective which is unheard of in this period of history and makes it more interesting. If I had any complaints it would be that it does move slow at times and gets kind of wordy. The book is a good read and I really like Kit the woman detective.
I like spunky characters and Kit sure fits the bill. She knows how to push people's buttons and also how to get in trouble while being a Detective with her father. I enjoyed the book. ( )

This book will keep readers on their toes as our leading characters give us laughs, suspense and lessons on faith and trust we won’t soon forget. I love that Kit has opened an investigation agency with her father. This is quite a journey as Kit once again is determined to help someone her father disapproves of helping. As partners they are to agree to any client but Kit is set on taking this case on. This sets the stage for adventure, disagreements and unexpected twists in the story.

Jackson and Kit are finally married and join forces in fighting crime. Being the chief inspector Jackson has his hands full with trying to assign people to investigate crimes while dealing with an office that is falling apart. It doesn’t help that he is reprimanded in front of everyone. Coming home he knows Kit is up to something as he walks into a candlelight dinner waiting for him. I chuckled as Jackson tries to fire one of his men. After all the man has an excuse for not taking any assignments. The poor man has some issues that Jackson can’t quite figure out. When Jackson finds out who the man is related to, Jackson realizes he is stuck with the man. Oh this makes for some funny moments and shows how having patience is needed in situations.

Get ready for a great story that keeps you guessing as Kit and Jackson solve crimes. There are a few other characters in the book who are so fun to get to know. Is there another romance brewing ? Oh how I have loved this series. The author never disappoints with vivid characters , wonderful plots and faith that reminds us that God is in control.

“Have you not yet learned to trust in God’s timing instead of your own?”

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion. ( )

5 stars, Impetuous Sleuth

THE SLEUTH OF BLACKFRIARS LAND (BLACKFRIARS LANE BOOK 3)
by Michelle Griep

Kit Forge has started a new detective agency with her father. It is also helpful to their business, that Kit's husband Jackson is a chief inspector in London.

When you start a business, you must have guidelines for what kinds of things you will or will not do. Kit finds that distinction muddied, rather than clear as her first case comes up.

Kit strikes me as impetuous, but she wants to help people. Martha is my favorite character. She is always busy.

This is the third and final book in the Blackfriars Lane series. Each is a standalone and can be read in any order, but you would enjoy it more, if you did read them in order. I've enjoyed them.

I received a complimentary copy of #thesleuthofblackfriarslane from #barbourfiction #barbourpubinc #barbourbooks I was not obligated to post a review.

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Another exciting adventure with Kit & Jackson Forge! Michelle Griep knows how to write a compelling series. I’ve loved each book in the Blackfriars Lane series and highly recommend starting with book 1! The Sleuth of Blackfriars Lane is book 3 and I’ve loved watching Kit & Jackson fall in love, marry, and now experience parenthood all while solving crimes and bringing ne'er-do-wells to justice.

In this story, Kit experiences the conflicts of balancing motherhood with her desire to be a private investigator. She and her father have opened up a detective agency while her husband works as the new Chief Inspector of one of London’s busy police stations. While Jackson’s under pressure to meet the demands of his superiors, Kit’s struggling with whether or not she should stay home with their darling one year old daughter Bella. When she’s presented with a case of a missing husband and child, the mother’s plight tugs on Kit’s heartstrings. Though her father’s suspicious, Kit vows to locate the missing child. But, all is not as it seems and as Kit & Jackson unravel the mystery, they find more than they bargained for, putting many lives in danger including their own daughter.

Kit & Jackson are such a fantastic team. It was fun seeing their domestic life mixed in with solving crimes. Kit’s a terrible cook though she tries, but her sweet affection for her husband more than makes up for it. They’ve acquired a pet armadillo whose antics provide some funny, lighthearted moments. Bella’s adorable and both Kit & Jackson are in a competition to get her to say mama & papa. The secondary characters bring another fun dynamic to the story. I enjoyed the budding romance between Martha & Inspector Baggett. I also liked the quirky characters in the police station including Mr. Catchpole & Harvey.

The mystery was complex with several twists and turns. It kept me on the edge of my seat and the ending was especially intense. It’s very much a Dickens-like story that doesn’t shy away from Society’s gritty aspects. I loved the way faith was naturally woven in and the lessons learned such as paying attention to the talents of those around you and recognizing you can’t do it all.

This is definitely a must read series for historical mystery/romance fans! Though I think this is the last book, I’m not ready to let these characters go. I’m hoping there’re more mysteries and adventures in store I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own and voluntarily provided. ( )

What a journey it has been following Kit’s growth from organized thief to wife to mother! This novel explores a lot of struggles working moms have – that of balancing the demands of a job with the demands of motherhood. I thought Kit’s maturity in this novel shone and I loved how her emotional struggle was realistically written. The twists and turns of mystery kept me on the edge of my seat and I often found myself wishing I could ignore my own job and my own kids (only half kidding) to read more! I did find myself a little uncomfortable with the idea that Kit’s baby might be in danger (I have young kids), but other than that, I thought the book was wonderful from start to finish! With her trademark quirks, including a pet armadillo and a sweaty round assistant, Michelle Griep once again pens a delightful novel that took me on a wondrously crazy journey and concluded beautifully. Recommended to other lovers of historical fiction!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own. ( )