The Necklace Affair and Other Stories: Captain Lacey Regency Mysteries – Audiobook Online
“The Necklace Affair and Other Stories: Captain Lacey Regency Mysteries” is a collection of short stories written by Ashley Gardner, Jennifer Ashley. The book is part of the Captain Lacey Regency Mysteries series, which follows the adventures of Captain Gabriel Lacey, a former cavalry officer turned private investigator, in Regency-era London.
In “The Necklace Affair,” Captain Lacey finds himself entangled in a case involving a missing diamond necklace. A society matron approaches him for help in locating her expensive piece of jewelry and clearing her maid’s name, as she has been accused of stealing it. Captain Lacey agrees to take on the investigation and delves into the world of high society, where secrets and deceit abound.
As he delves deeper into the case, Captain Lacey uncovers a web of lies, betrayal, and hidden motives. He navigates through the upper echelons of society, questioning suspects and gathering clues to unravel the truth behind the necklace’s disappearance. Along the way, he encounters various characters, each with their own secrets and motivations.
The story not only focuses on the mystery surrounding the necklace but also explores Captain Lacey’s personal life and his relationships with those around him. As a complex and multi-dimensional character, Captain Lacey struggles with his own demons while trying to solve the case at hand. His past experiences as a soldier and his sense of justice drive him to uncover the truth, even when faced with obstacles and danger.
“The Necklace Affair” is just one of the stories included in this collection. The book features several other intriguing mysteries that Captain Lacey must solve, each with its own unique set of circumstances and characters. From murder investigations to political intrigue, these stories offer readers a glimpse into the gritty underbelly of Regency-era London.
Overall, “The Necklace Affair and Other Stories: Captain Lacey Regency Mysteries” provides readers with a captivating blend of historical fiction, mystery, and suspense. Ashley Gardner, or Jennifer Ashley, skillfully weaves together intricate plots, vivid descriptions of the time period, and well-developed characters to create an immersive reading experience.
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The Necklace Affair and Other Stories: Captain Lacey Regency Mysteries
- Narrated by: James Gillies
In “The Necklace Affair,” Captain Lacey agrees to help a socialite woman discover what happened to her expensive diamond necklace and free her handmaid, who was arrested for theft. Lady Clifford claims that her husband’s love rival stole the necklace, but Lacey soon realizes that the matter is not so simple. He quickly becomes entangled in scandal and past secrets, and recruits Grenville and Lady Breckenridge to aid him. As he investigates, he finds himself competing with the underworld criminal, James Denis, to get the necklace back.
In “The Gentleman’s Walking Stick”, Captain Lacey is asked to retrieve a walking stick, which draws him into a case of theft, deception, and betrayal.
In “The Disappearance of Miss Sarah Oswald,” Lacey hunts down a missing young woman, learning more about a family’s bad secrets he doesn’t want to know.
This series keeps adding the history of the main characters. The mystery continues throughout the story. The answer at the end becomes obvious and often a surprise.
This book is amazing, it’s fun to read Captain Lacey looks at the petty issues and just his normal self in this regard. He’s a brute, and he’s funny, and Ashley showed us more of his personality in this installment. He’s a great, noble Gentleman and with three stories and an excerpt at the end.. it’s really a book worth buying.
Three short but very good shops. Captain Lacey displays his true integrity and caring nature. Unfortunately, he also finds people who cannot be redeemed.
Three Short Stories of the Mysteries of Captain Lacey Recency by Jennifer Ashley/Ashley Gardner. Fantastically written novels by James Gillies, an extraordinary audiobook narrator!
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