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Murder in Matrimony (A Lady of Letters Mystery)

by Mary Winters

Murder in Matrimony (A Lady of Letters Mystery)
Historical Cozy Mystery
4th in Series
Setting – London, 1860
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Severn House
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 7, 2025
Hardcover Print length ‏ : ‎ 240 pages

Countess-turned-advice columnist Amelia Amesbury has a wedding to plan alongside a new murder in this charmingly deadly historical mystery.

Countess Amelia Amesbury has her work cut out. As well as balancing her alter ego—secret advice columnist, Lady Agony—and the blackmailer threatening to reveal her real identity, her sister has also announced she’s getting married. It’s joyous news, but places all the planning for a high society wedding firmly at Amelia’s door.

Luckily, her good friend and local vicar Mr. Cross has agreed to the expedited nuptials, so that’s one less thing to worry about. Until Cross is found dead at the church. Now in between bridal arrangements, Amelia must follow the clues Mr. Cross left behind.

Clearly, he’d made some enemies during his parishioner work, as strange mishaps begin to occur wherever Amelia goes. But when the danger becomes all too real, Amelia must rely on her friends and the handsome Simon Bainbridge to help solve the murder, save the wedding, and Amelia’s life too . . .

Perfect for fans of witty historical mystery and Regency romances with a similar feel to Verity Bright and T.E. Kinsey.

My review

I’ve loved the Lady of Letters series from the start, and I think they just keep getting better and better! Murder in Matrimony by Mary Winters is exceptional! It’s the fourth book in this series, and though I recommend reading them in order for full enjoyment, you can easily read this charming historical cozy mystery as a stand-alone book. 

Blackmail. Murder. Accidents? And wedding planning!! Amelia Amesbury has a lot going on at the moment. She’s got her Lady Agony letters to answer, but there’s a problem. Someone is threatening to expose her identity if she doesn’t name a thief. Of course that “little” problem doesn’t stop her from investigating when the vicar is murdered. Thank goodness she’s got help from her friends. And who knew? Lady Tabitha is in her element when she offers to plan the wedding breakfast for Amelia’s sister’s upcoming wedding. 

Murder in Matrimony has everything I’ve loved about the previous books and more: wonderful characters who just keep getting better and better, a Victorian England setting, a well-plotted mystery, and a perfect ending! I loved how Amelia’s family, including aunts and uncles, descended upon her home in London. They brought humor and noise to the story! Simon is as swoony as ever. Winters does an amazing job revealing the sordid aspects of London’s East End. I love how Amelia’s eyes are opened to the point where she wants to really help the poor. There is so much to love about this book, and I highly recommend it! 5 stars! 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

About Mary Winters

Mary Winters is the Edgar Award-nominated author of the Lady of Letters historical mystery series. Book one, Murder in Postscript, was a finalist for the Mary Higgins Clark Award. Mary is also the author of two cozy mystery series and writes short fiction. Her stories have appeared in Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine and Black Cat Weekly. When she’s not writing, she’s teaching, reading, or spending time with her family. She lives with her husband, daughters, and spoiled pets in the Midwest. Find out more about Mary at MaryWintersAuthor.com.

Author Links
Website http://www.Marywintersauthor.com
Blog http://www.Marywintersauthor.com/blog
Facebook http://www.Facebook.com/marywintersauthor
Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/marywintersauthor

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Murder in Matrimony TOUR PARTICIPANTS

October 7 – Jody’s Bookish Haven – SPOTLIGHT

October 8 – Christy’s Cozy Corners – REVIEW

October 8 – Sapphyria’s Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

October 9 – Baroness Book Trove – SPOTLIGHT

October 9 – Socrates Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

October 9 – Books, Ramblings, and Tea – SPOTLIGHT

October 10 – My Books and Crafts – SPOTLIGHT

October 11 – Cassidy’s Bookshelves – SPOTLIGHT

October 11 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book

October 12 – FUONLYKNEW – SPOTLIGHT

October 13 – Sarandipity’s – SPOTLIGHT

October 13 – Eskimo Princess Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

October 14 – Wine Cellar Library – SPOTLIGHT

October 14 – Salty Inspirations – SPOTLIGHT

October 15 – Maureen’s Musings – SPOTLIGHT

October 16 – Cozy Up With Kathy – REVIEW

October 17 – Boys’ Mom Reads! – SPOTLIGHT

October 18 – The Mystery of Writing – REVIEW

October 19 – Infinite House of Books – SPOTLIGHT

October 20 – Reading Is My SuperPower – REVIEW

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