A fascinating glimpse into the early life of Bess Crawford, the WWI nurse of the Charles Todd series. Bess and her parents are living in India, and the family is friendly with the local ruler and his wife. Bess is summoned home from an unauthorized visit to a local fortune teller, who ominously warns of immediate danger.... I enjoyed the glimpse of Bess's parents at a younger age; when push came to shove, her mother was no shrinking violet! Highly recommended, with thanks to the publisher and Edelweiss for the digital ARC. Charles Todd, the pen name for a mother and son team, is known for two series of novels, both of which take place shortly after WW I. One features Superintendent Ian Rutledge, and the other, nurse Bess Crawford.In this e-book, we are introduced to Bess as a young girl of ten living with her mother and her father, a Major stationed in India.The tale paints a vivid portrait of the colonization of that country while managing to tell an entertaining mystery story.Both series will appeal to mystery fans as well as lovers of historical novels.
What do You think about The Maharani's Pearls (2014)?
A short story!! Bess Crawford as a girl in India...a spunky little gal...fun read!
—nana121596
A nice little peek into Bess's life prior to returning to England.
—Lil
A very nice little story of Bess's childhood in India.
—Alyssa
