The Debutante's Code (Thorndike & Swann Regency Mysteries #1) by Erica Vetsch -- Review

About the Book

Jane Austen meets Sherlock Holmes in this new Regency mystery series

Newly returned from finishing school, Lady Juliette Thorndike is ready to debut in London society. Due to her years away, she hasn't spent much time with her parents, and sees them only as the flighty, dilettante couple the other nobles love. But when they disappear, she discovers she never really knew them at all. They've been living double lives as government spies--and they're only the latest in a long history of espionage that is the family's legacy.

Now Lady Juliette is determined to continue their work. Mentored by her uncle, she plunges into the dangerous world of spy craft. From the glittering ballrooms of London to the fox hunts, regattas, and soirees of country high society, she must chase down hidden clues, solve the mysterious code her parents left behind, and stay out of danger. All the while, she has to keep her endeavors a secret from her best friend and her suitors--not to mention nosy, irritatingly handsome Bow Street runner Daniel Swann, who suspects her of a daring theft.

Can Lady Juliette outwit her enemies and complete her parents' last mission? Or will it lead her to a terrible end?

Best-selling author Erica Vetsch is back with a rollicking, exciting new series destined to be a hit with Regency readers who enjoy a touch of mystery in their love stories. Fans of Julie Klassen, Sarah Ladd, and Anne Perry will love the wit, action, and romance. ​

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About the Author

Best-selling, award-winning author Erica Vetsch loves Jesus, history, romance, and sports. She’s a transplanted Kansan now living in Minnesota, and she married her total opposite and soul mate! When she’s not writing fiction, she’s planning her next trip to a history museum and cheering on her Kansas Jayhawks and New Zealand All Blacks. ​

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Review

Intrigue, espionage, theft, mystery, romance. The Debutant’s Code by Erica Vetsch has it all.  Thrilling and engaging from cover to cover, Vetsch captures the attention of her readers from the turn of the first page.  The story is full of alluring characters, as well as twists and turns that will keep readers on their toes. This is a story readers will easily be enthralled with and will absolutely not want to set down.  It is delightfully fast paced and will keep readers wanting more.  Bow Street runners and stolen art play a big role in this story.  Although the story does have romance, there is more focus on the theft and mystery.  Readers who enjoy Regency and mystery will adore this story!

Series: Thorndike & Swann Regency Mystery
Genre: historical, regency, romance, myster
Publisher: Kregel Publication
Publication date: December 7, 2021
Number of pages: 312

Disclosure statement: A complimentary review copy of this book was provided from tour groups, publishers, publicists, authors, and others, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, Or borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR borrowed from Deseret Bookshelf, OR pre-ordered/purchased for review, including Audible.  A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own.​