Deepest Grave

by Jeri Westerson

Like any detective, Crispin Guest is always looking for his next case.  When Father Bulthius comes to him with the incredible story of phantoms carrying off bodies from the graveyard he can’t pass it up.  Soon he and his apprentice are witness to this strange sighting as well.  As he begins his investigation, he is asked to take on another investigation.  It involves the seven-year-old son of a prosperous merchant who is being accused of murdering a neighbor and stealing a priceless relic.  The case is difficult and made more so by the fact his former lover is the mother of the young boy.  Time is running out for the boy and for Crispin.  For as long as he is involved with the boy, the emotion he has banked deep within his heart is threatening to go into full flame.  

I’ve never read any of Westerson’s Crispin Guest mysteries. I like historical mysteries but don’t usually go back as far as the 1300s.  The historical detail feels well researched and the characters realistic.  The plotting of the story is nicely paced and the surprise twist at the conclusion was very gratifying.  Those who enjoy their mysteries without all the bells and whistles of the modern detection field will find this a satisfying read.

I wish to thank the publisher and NetGalley for providing me an Advanced Reader’s Copy for my honest review. 

PUB:  Severn House

PUB DATE:  August 1, 2018

ISBN:  9780727887948

Genre:  Historical Mystery