veronica speedwell mystery a curious beginning deanna raybourn

“You have large opinions for so small a person.” But those of us who have been given the benefit of learning and useful occupation, well, we are proof that the traditional notions of feminine delicacy and helplessness are the purest poppycock.” We are, as a gender, undereducated and infantilized to the point of idiocy. You have a high opinion of your sex.” I pursed my lips.

“I cannot seem to formulate a clear thought in the face of such original thinking, Miss Speedwell. I have faith that men can be as reasonable and logical as women if they but try.” He shook his head. Do not tell me you couldn’t travel with as little. 'Veronica Speedwell might just be one of the most endearing heroines in mysteries, period.She's smart, dashing, and entirely capable.Her sense of humor and chemistry with Stoker, her counterpart, just make this series even better.“Except for my net, everything I have need of in the world is contained in that bag-including a second hat and a rather sizable jar of cold cream of roses. 'A smart, plucky, way-ahead-of-her time heroine.'- Fort Worth Star-Telegram 'A fine combination of detective story and character study.sure to interest mystery lovers and Anglophiles alike.'- The Historical Novels Review One of the few writers who can make history feel immediate and exciting without losing a grasp of the period.'-Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of the Royal Spyness series 'Veronica Speedwell is sure to join the greats of mystery fiction.'-Alan Bradley, New York Times bestselling author of the Flavia de Luce series

'I love this series! Veronica Speedwell is utterly unique.'-Amanda Quick, New York Timesbestselling author of The Other Lady Vanishes More Praise for the Veronica Speedwell Mysteries A real find.'-Robyn Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Virgin River series 'I love this book! Brings us the powerful Veronica Speedwell, who triumphs over adversity and danger with wit, charm, and uncanny determination. 'Creating strong character pairings, placing the action in unexpectedly unusual but actual historical settings, and folding it all into a clever mystery are hallmarks of this author's magical, signature style.This new series starts off with a bang.'- Library Journal (starred review) 'The eccentricities of Victorian England receive a rousing look in the highly entertaining A Curious Beginning.Energetic storytelling.'- South Florida Sun-Sentinel 'Wickedly clever and devilishly amusing.Veronica Speedwell is a joy-unflappable, unrepentant, and thoroughly delightful.'-Susan Elia MacNeal, New York Times bestselling author of the Maggie Hope series

Veronica speedwell mystery a curious beginning deanna raybourn