Synopses & Reviews
If you like Downton Abbey, you'll love Mrs. Jeffries!
NOW IN ONE VOLUMETHREE VICTORIAN MYSTERIES FEATURING MRS. JEFFRIES
A DETECTIVE IN THE HOUSE Everyones awed by Inspector Witherspoons Scotland Yard successes, but they dont know about his secret weapon. Her name is Mrs. Jeffries, and she keeps house for the Inspectorand keeps him on his toes. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, her polished detection skills are up to the task. Because as she knows all too well, a crimesolvers work is never done
Mrs. Jeffries Pinches the Post
The dubious dealings of ruthless businessman Harrison Nye have finally done him in. But with his associate keeping secrets and his maid missing, Witherspoon and Mrs. Jeffries have their work cut out for them as they make it their business to find the culprit
Mrs. Jeffries Pleads Her Case
When the death of Harlan Westover is ruled a suicide after a slipshod investigation, its up to Mrs. Jeffries and her staff to gently nudge the Inspector in the right direction before a killer gets away with another murder
Mrs. Jeffries Sweeps the Chimney
A dead man dressed like a vicar is discovered outside a church. An address found on the man leads Witherspoon to a dilapidated house where a skeleton is stuffed in the chimney. Luckily he has Mrs. Jeffries to help him sweep up this mess of a case
Review
Praise for the Mrs. Jeffries Mysteries “The Miss Marple of Victorian mystery.”—The Paperback Forum
“One historical mystery series that never gets boring or dull.”—Midwest Book Review
“Full of humor, suspense, adventure and touches of romance…delightful.”—Rendezvous
“Enjoyable…Cozy fans will be well satisfied.”—Publishers Weekly
Review
PRAISE FOR THE MRS. JEFFRIES MYSTERIES...
“It’s murder most English all the way!”—The Literary Times
“The Miss Marple of Victorian mystery.”—The Paperback Forum
“Entertaining mysteries.”—Midwest Book Review
“Full of humor, suspense, adventure, and touches of romance…Delightful.” —Rendezvous
Review
Praise for the Mrs. Jeffries mysteries:
“[A] winning combination in Witherspoon and Jeffries. Its murder most English all the way!”—The Literary Times
“Fascinating murder mystery...wit and style...a winning series. Mrs. Jeffries is the Miss Marple of Victorian Mystery.” —The Paperback Forum
“One historical mystery series that never gets boring or dull.”—Midwest Book Review
Review
“The Miss Marple of Victorian mystery.”
—The Paperback Forum “One historical mystery series that never gets boring or dull.”—Midwest Book Review
Review
Praise for the Mrs. Jeffries mysteries “[A] winning combination in Witherspoon and Jeffries. Its murder most English all the way!”—The Literary Times
“Fascinating murder mystery...wit and style...a winning series. Mrs. Jeffries is the Miss Marple of Victorian Mystery.” —The Paperback Forum
“One historical mystery series that never gets boring or dull.”— Midwest Book Review
Synopsis
Everyone's awed by Inspector Witherspoon's Scotland Yard successes, but they don't know about his secret weapon. Her name is Mrs. Jeffries, and she keeps house for the Inspector - and keeps him on his toes. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, her polished detection skills are up to the task. Because as she knows all too well, a crimesolver's work is never done.
Synopsis
If you like Downton Abbey, you’ll love Mrs. Jeffries! NOW IN ONE VOLUME—THREE VICTORIAN MYSTERIES FEATURING MRS. JEFFRIES
A DETECTIVE IN THE HOUSE
Everyone’s awed by Inspector Witherspoon’s Scotland Yard successes, but they don’t know about his secret weapon. Her name is Mrs. Jeffries, and she keeps house for the Inspector—and keeps him on his toes. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, her polished detection skills are up to the task. Because as she knows all too well, a crimesolver’s work is never done….
Mrs. Jeffries Takes Stock
A businessman has been murdered—and it could be because he cheated his stockholders. The housekeeper’s interest is piqued…and when it comes to catching killers, the smart money’s on Mrs. Jeffries.
Mrs. Jeffries on the Ball
A festive Jubilee celebration turns into a fatal affair—and Mrs. Jeffries must find the guilty party…
Mrs. Jeffries on the Trail
Why was Annie Shields out selling flowers so late on a foggy night? And more important, who killed her while she was doing it? It’s up to Mrs. Jeffries to sniff out the clues…
Synopsis
NOW IN ONE VOLUME—THREE VICTORIAN MYSTERIES FEATURING MRS. JEFFRIES A DETECTIVE IN THE HOUSE
Everyone’s awed by Inspector Witherspoon’s Scotland Yard successes, but they don’t know about his secret weapon. Her name is Mrs. Jeffries, and she keeps house for the Inspector—and keeps him on his toes. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, her polished detection skills are up to the task. Because as she knows all too well, a crimesolver’s work is never done…
Mrs. Jeffries Plays the Cook
When a dead body turns up, Mrs. Jeffries winds up doing double-duty: cooking for the household—and trying to cook a killer’s goose…
Mrs. Jeffries and the Missing Alibi
It’s one of the most brazen murders anyone can remember—and Inspector Witherspoon has become the main suspect. Now it’s up to Mrs. Jeffries to clear her boss’s good name…
Mrs. Jeffries Stands Corrected
When a local publican is murdered, Inspector Witherspoon finally takes Mrs. Jeffries’s advice to trust his own instincts. But as he narrows down the suspects, Mrs. Jeffries and her staff must solve the case before he ruins his career—and theirs…
Synopsis
If you like Downton Abbey, you’ll love Mrs. Jeffries! NOW IN ONE VOLUME—THREE VICTORIAN MYSTERIES FEATURING MRS. JEFFRIES
A DETECTIVE IN THE HOUSE
Everyone’s awed by Inspector Witherspoon’s Scotland Yard successes, but they don’t know about his secret weapon. Her name is Mrs. Jeffries, and she keeps house for the Inspector—and keeps him on his toes. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, her polished detection skills are up to the task. Because as she knows all too well, a crimesolver’s work is never done….
Mrs. Jeffries Takes Stock
A businessman has been murdered—and it could be because he cheated his stockholders. The housekeeper’s interest is piqued…and when it comes to catching killers, the smart money’s on Mrs. Jeffries.
Mrs. Jeffries on the Ball
A festive Jubilee celebration turns into a fatal affair—and Mrs. Jeffries must find the guilty party…
Mrs. Jeffries on the Trail
Why was Annie Shields out selling flowers so late on a foggy night? And more important, who killed her while she was doing it? It’s up to Mrs. Jeffries to sniff out the clues…
Synopsis
NOW IN ONE VOLUME—THREE VICTORIAN MYSTERIES FEATURING MRS. JEFFRIES A DETECTIVE IN THE HOUSE
Everyone’s awed by Inspector Witherspoon’s Scotland Yard successes, but they don’t know about his secret weapon. Her name is Mrs. Jeffries, and she keeps house for the Inspector—and keeps him on his toes. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, her polished detection skills are up to the task. Because as she knows all too well, a crimesolver’s work is never done…
Mrs. Jeffries Plays the Cook
When a dead body turns up, Mrs. Jeffries winds up doing double-duty: cooking for the household—and trying to cook a killer’s goose…
Mrs. Jeffries and the Missing Alibi
It’s one of the most brazen murders anyone can remember—and Inspector Witherspoon has become the main suspect. Now it’s up to Mrs. Jeffries to clear her boss’s good name…
Mrs. Jeffries Stands Corrected
When a local publican is murdered, Inspector Witherspoon finally takes Mrs. Jeffries’s advice to trust his own instincts. But as he narrows down the suspects, Mrs. Jeffries and her staff must solve the case before he ruins his career—and theirs…
Synopsis
If you like Downton Abbey, you'll love Mrs. Jeffries!
NOW IN ONE VOLUMETHREE VICTORIAN MYSTERIES FEATURING MRS. JEFFRIES
Everyones awed by Inspector Witherspoons Scotland Yard successes, but they dont know about his secret weapon. Her name is Mrs. Jeffries, and she keeps house for the Inspectorand keeps him on his toes. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, her polished detection skills are up to the task. Because as she knows all too well, a crimesolvers work is never done
Mrs. Jeffries Takes the Stage
After a theatre critic is murdered, Mrs. Jeffries uncovers the victims secret past: a real-life drama more compelling than any stage play...
Mrs. Jeffries Questions the Answers
Hannah Cameron was not well-liked. But were her friends or family the sort to stab her in the back? Mrs. Jeffries must really tiptoe around this timeor it could be a matter of life and death...
Mrs. Jeffries Reveals Her Art
Mrs. Jeffries has to work double-time to find a missing model and a killer. And shell have to get her whole staff involvedbefore someone else becomes the next subject...
Synopsis
NOW IN ONE VOLUMETHREE VICTORIAN MYSTERIES FEATURING MRS. JEFFRIES A DETECTIVE IN THE HOUSE
Everyones awed by Inspector Witherspoons Scotland Yard successes, but they dont know about his secret weapon. Her name is Mrs. Jeffries, and she keeps house for the Inspectorand keeps him on his toes. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, her polished detection skills are up to the task. Because as she knows all too well, a crimesolvers work is never done
Mrs. Jeffries Takes the Cake
The evidence was all there: a dead body, two dessert plates, and a gun. As if Mr. Ashbury had been sharing cake with his own killer. Now Mrs. Jeffries will have to do some snooping around to dish up clues...
Mrs. Jeffries Rocks the Boat
Mirabelle had traveled by boat all the way from Australia to visit her sisteronly to wind up murdered. Now Mrs. Jeffries must solve the caseand its sink or swim
Mrs. Jeffries Weeds the Plot
Three attempts have been made on Annabeth Gentrys life. Is it due to her recent inheritance, or was it because her bloodhound dug up the body of a murdered thief? Mrs. Jeffries will have to sniff out some clues before the plot thickens
About the Author
Maggie Bruce, the creator of the Lili Marino series, is otherwise known as Marilyn Wallace, editor of the award-winning five-volume Sisters in Crime anthologies, co-editor of Deadly Allies, and the author of several mystery and suspense novels.