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This was a good start to a new-to-me historical mystery series. I don't usually read books set in WWII, and the war plays a significant role, but I liked the characters enough to continue the series. Ellie is delightful and I love the way she plays off Major Ramsey. The audiobook narrator does a good job, as well.

I'm going to need to read ALL the rest of these STAT. Loved Ellie and her world, loved her interactions with Major Ramsey (and Felix??), loved the twists of the mystery, loved the banter! A great series opener. #mystery #historicalmystery

Thank you so much, @robinb — my favorite candies all make an appearance, and I cannot WAIT to dive into the book!! Your note, too, made me smile so very much!!! (Yaaaas recommendations!) 😍😍 What a treat on this so-cold Christmas Eve! 💖 Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and thank you again for being my match in my very first #jolabokaflodswap!!! 💖💖 #apeculiarcombination #ashleyweaver #candy #litsyswap #holidays #litsypals

This morning‘s read, I am on the porch where it is cool for now. #porchlife #historicalmystery #safecracking #WWII

Stopped in at the library in the town next to mine & picked up these fabulous bookmarks & the tagged book. 📚💙💚💛 # bookmarks

A fun mystery featuring Ellie who leads a criminal lifestyle with her uncle by lock picking in order to make ends meet for her family. When she gets caught, she has to help the government solve a case in order to avoid prison. Soon she is involved deeper than she thought she would be and caught up in war efforts to help England win the war.
Likable characters and a fun plot with one of my favorite narrators. Book 1.

The first book in a new mystery series set in London at the beginning of WW II . Electra aka Ellie is a member of a family who rob safes and generally steals other peoples things. They‘re caught in the act and forced to aid Military Intelligence - the plot thickens. Just my cup of tea 🫖. Thanks @robinb for the introduction #blameitonLitsy

Electra McDonnell is a thief, who happens to stumble upon a dead body during a break in. What follows is an exciting adventure through secrets and deception in WWII London.

I like Weaver‘s other series featuring Amory Ames, and this first in her new series did not disappoint. Not quite a cozy mystery, with a dash of romance. A perfect combination.

My #October for #12BooksOf2021

My June pick for #12Booksof2021. The first in a new series set during WWII. Can‘t wait for the next in the series.

A delightful mystery, set in WWII, featuring a thief and a problem that could change the course of the war. I‘m a fan of Weaver‘s Amory Ames series, with its enjoyable heroine, a mystery, and a dash of romance, and in this book featuring Electra “Ellie” McDonnell, Weaver does not disappoint. The plot was intriguing, Ellie is a fascinating character I‘d love to learn more about, and the setting of England in WWII is superb.

Slow to start but really enjoyed it once the story got going. Love the era and the way she builds the romance between the love triangle.

A super fun start to a new series! I loved Weaver‘s Amory Ames series, and I‘m really looking forward to seeing how Ellie McDonnell‘s story develops.

My first finish for #JoysofJune. This is the first in the new Electra McDonnell series. Electra “Ellie” is working in the family business with her Uncle Mick when circumstances lead down a different path. Next thing Ellie knows she‘s helping the Government hunt down German spies in London. Set in WWII, this a wonderful start to a series. Thanks to @robinb for putting it on my radar.

Another read for #seriesread2021

I‘ve been looking forward to reading this one for months. I throughly enjoyed it!

Set in London in 1940. Ellie comes from a family that lives on the shady side of the law with their locksmith/safecracking business. Things don‘t go according to plan one evening and Ellie is offered the opportunity to use her unique skills for king and country. Already looking forward to the next book in the series.
#britishmystery #wwii #bookrec #historicalmystery

This preorder arrived on my kindle today. This is the first book in a new series by the author of the Amory Ames mystery series. Looking forward to starting it next on vacation.

First, can I just say I 🖤 this cover!?!! And it‘s always such a thrill when a favorite author (Amory Ames mysteries) starts a new series! So excited! This one is set in 1940 London (WWII). Electra (Ellie) McDonnell and her beloved uncle are caught robbing a house and forced to assist in a clandestine government German spy ring investigation. She works for the stoic, by-the-book Major Ramsey, and there are a whole colorful cast of secondary 🔻