The Belvedere Murders: Heathcliff Lennox, Book 11

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Last update: 01-25-2025


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Murder, mystery, and a dog, and cat, of distinction.

A dazzling ball in a rooftop ballroom in one of the most prestigious mansions in the country. Dancing, music, champagne, ravishing ball gowns, priceless jewellery...and murder.

Jack Dutton died in the dark. Why? Who hated him enough to kill him? Why had he made a list of gemstones and their prices? What was he guilty of? Dutton had been a handsome war hero, but tragedy surrounded him, and his nature had always been unpredictable. When Lennox and Swift begin peeling away the layers of deceit, they uncover some vile secrets, secrets that have already led to Dutton's murder, and it's not long before there's another.

Belvedere House hosts the highest of high society, and yet even among its glittering halls, evil creeps in to catch the unwary, and the unwitting.

Major Heathcliff Lennox: ex WW1 war pilot, six feet, three inch, tousled dark blond hair, age around 30, named after the hero of Wuthering Heights by his romantically minded mother–much to his great annoyance.


Top reviews from the United States

  • Texanne
    5.0 out of 5 stars ANOTHER WONDERFUL EPISODE FOR LENNOX AND ALL HIS FAMILY
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2024
    Maj. Heathcliff Lennox and his friend Ret. Inspector Swift have been asked to go to the estate called Belvedere. It is renowned across England as one of the largest and most beautiful homes in England. Lennox and Swift will be keeping an eye on a man who hopes to marry the daughter of the house.

    Lord Belvedere does not think the man deserves his daughter. And he wants to keep an eye on the situation during a huge party. There will be many of the very best people at the party. Unfortunately, not all of them are actually best.

    The story addresses the issue of drugs during the 1920’s. It was slowly being realized that hard drugs are very dangerous. And casual acceptance is no longer tolerated, no matter what people would like to believe.

    This series is terrific. The characters are wonderful. The ongoing characters are consistent and they all remember who they are.

    Lennox and Swift are often asked to investigate on behalf of people. That is because they are good at what they do. Swift is a plodder. He wants to fall back on his habits as an inspector at Scotland Yard.

    Lennox is more of a “flights of fancy” kind of guy. He sees things from different angles than Swift. He loves to eat, and he loves his wife, his dog and his cat. Not necessarily in that order. He loves his estate that has been in his family for a long time. And he loves making people accountable if they have been immoral or criminal or ugly in the world.

    Lennox was an heroic pilot during WWI. He was severely injured and at one time it was possible he would not live. Those experiences have given him a true appreciation for what is important in life.

    The story is filled with mystery. There is also humor. Although this is the latest in a long running series, it is easy to read and follow the story. Past experiences and relationships are fully explained.

    I would recommend that anyone who is seeking wonderful stories and true mysterious mysteries, this is the series for you. But, to truly enjoy, start with number one.
  • J. M. Prentice
    5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read and another gem in the collection.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023
    I liked the way the characters stay true to the characters. I can count on Swift to be pedantic and thorough, Lennox to be less by the book but in his own way methodical. The other characters also remain true to their original selves, Tommy, Persi, Florence and Greggs. I love that these characters are consistent and that I can count on them to meet each new episode or book in ways that I have come to expect, like reading a Miss Marple or Hercule Poirot. Thank you K. B. Menuhin for a great collection of mysteries that are a pleasure to read as well as Sam Dewhurst Phillips who makes each book a pleasure to hear!
  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Country house mystery like they used to make 'em
    Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2024
    Well written, excellent descriptions of settings and characters , and a complicated plot starting with jewels stolen (or not); a fall from a height that could be accidental but the victim's character did not recommend him so, a bit suspicious; a lord or two with accompanying lady; an heir and his most beautiful wife; a knight or two with same; a formidable lady by birth who writes mysteries. Servants loyal and conniving, dogs and cat behaving typically for their species. Oh. Some archeology too! Lennox and Swift, the latter assisted bt the redoubtable, slightly more mature and a touch less comical Constable Fossett, do their utmost to sort through what they don't know from what the facts they have truly tell them.
  • Melissa C. Douthit
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great whodunnit by Karen!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2024
    I have loved these books, ever since I started reading them from book one, Murder at Melrose Court. The characters are great. So well written. They bicker and squabble like brothers and have to have their creature comforts, but they are lovable. The plots are well done. I love trying to guess whodunnit. Sometimes I’m right, and sometimes I’m way off. Can’t wait to read the next one.
  • Claudia
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read I enjoyed this one too.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024
    Love this book I have read them all. I can’t wait to read the next one! Always enjoy the story with the these two great men!
  • Bassman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
    Great reading. Entertaining and fun. Also, a great edge of your seat mystery.

    I highly recommend this fast paced book. Great for beach reading.
  • Bookworm5075
    4.0 out of 5 stars jolly good read.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2024
    The characters have become good friends, the plots are interesting and fun, and the sleuthing is always a fun ride.
  • Judy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gift
    Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2024
    Gift for my friend who loves this series. Always a hit.

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