A Twist of Murder

Praise for Heather Redmond’s Dickens of a Crime Series

“Excellent period flavor.” —Kirkus Reviews on The Pickwick Murders
 
“Besides painting a finely detailed portrait of life in London and its social hierarchy, Redmond creates captivating sleuths in the young Charles and the valiant Kate with their sharp-eyed observations of British society and its individuals. Readers will definitely want to see more from this author.” —Publishers Weekly on The Pickwick Murders
 
“The time period is 1836 and the vocabulary and historical settings—including limitations on women—reflect Redmond’s view of the era…Fans of mysteries with historical backgrounds, especially the popular Victorian period, will enjoy this latest installment.” —Library Journal on The Pickwick Murders

“Redmond adeptly immerses the reader into late-Georgian London in the dead of winter. From the infamous London fog to the types of food vendors common on the streets to the grimy, bleak world of Newgate Prison, the atmospheric details plunge the reader into Dickens’s world. The characters are all fully fleshed-out and unique, and readers will enjoy seeing several historical figures besides Dickens and Hogarth.” —Historical Novel Society on The Pickwick Murders

“Fascinating…A fusion of both mystery and biography of the early life of this great writer. Recommended for fans of murder mysteries, classic literature, and Charles Dickens.” —Historical Novel Society on A Christmas Carol Murder

”A great seasonal treat for mystery fans.” —Parkersburg News and Sentinel on A Christmas Carol Murder
 
“A Christmas Carol Murder is thought-provoking and surprising: I foresee many a re-read of A Christmas Carol in its aftermath.” —Criminal Element on A Christmas Carol Murder
 
“Redmond nicely blends period details into the storytelling. Cozy fans should enjoy this seasonal fare.” —Publishers Weekly on A Christmas Carol Murder

“Seasoned with period detail.” —Kirkus on A Christmas Carol Murder

“Once again, Redmond mixes history, mystery, and a little bit of whimsy.” —Kirkus Reviews on Grave Expectations
 
“Readers will look forward to Charles’ further adventures.” —Publishers Weekly on Grave Expectations
 
“Atmospheric, absorbing…A worthy read that provides some armchair time travel and is great for fans of Christopher Fowler's Bryant & May series.” —Booklist on Grave Expectations
 
“One of the most satisfying mysteries you will read this year…These are great tales that offer up a completely fresh side to Charles Dickens that readers are (and should be) falling in love with!” —Suspense Magazine on Grave Expectations
 
“Grave Expectations is as easy to read as one of Mr. Dickens’ actual novels and as entertaining. As the subtitle reveals, it’s a Dickens of a tale, and readers should be coming back for more.” —New York Journal of Books

“A fast-moving and engaging story.” —Historical Novels Review on Grave Expectations
 
“Watching young Charles sniff out the connection between the two deaths is only part of the fun. Readers can…travel through a historical London that's vivid without being overcrowded with detail. Each character's voice is distinctive and appropriate to the period…Mystery fans and history buffs alike should cheer.” —Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW for A Tale of Two Murders
 
“Sharp, incisive, and delightfully twisty.’” —Anna Lee Huber, bestselling author of the Lady Darby Mysteries on A Tale of Two Murders
 
“For Dickens fans, this charming little puzzler will prove a delight.” —Booklist on A Tale of Two Murders
 
“One suspects that Mr. Dickens himself would thoroughly enjoy this literary play on his early life and sleuthing abilities. Great fun to read!” —Catherine Lloyd, author of the Kurland St. Mary Mysteries on A Tale of Two Murders
 
"A Tale of Two Murders is an all-over twisty read and a Dickens of a good mystery!" —Julie Mulhern, USA Today bestselling author of The Country Club Murders on A Tale of Two Murders
 
“With the mystery-weaving skill of Anne Perry and the tone of Dickens, Heather Redmond's A Tale of Two Murders mixes raw suspense with flirtatious banter in a fast-paced historical mystery that keeps us guessing through a tour of 1830s London.” —Ransom Stephens, author of The Sensory Deception on A Tale of Two Murders