Another hit in the series. This one has Lady Eleanor and her butler taking a cruise down the Nile. Her household and pets are waiting in a small town when a murdered passenger is found. Later, when a crew member is also killed, she works with the Egyptian police officer to help solve the murders. Good story, although since in another country she doesn't get to have her fiance with her. Still though, enjoyed this one and would highly recommend this book and series.

Having arranged a trip aboard a luxurious paddle steamer along the River Nile without Clifford’s input Lady Eleanor Swift is dismayed to realise the owner's description may have flirted a little with the truth! The SS Cleopatra is many things, but luxurious isn't one of them and when an unexpected death occurs Eleanor and her trusty butler find themselves once again up to their necks in danger!

Book 19 in this brilliant and fascinating series finds Eleanor and her staff once again travelling to exciting and exotic locations. As always, the historical aspects of the book add another level to an already excellent storyline and the notes included at the end give just enough information to confirm or deny everything which happens alongside Eleanor and Clifford’s adventures.

I was able to read an advanced copy of this thanks to NetGalley and the publishers, Bookouture, but the opinions expressed are my own. This is another excellent addition to one of my favourite series.

Lady Eleanor and her “ family” are the kind of literary friends that I welcome as frequent visitors.

Verity Bright has created a cast of characters that amuse, amaze and entertain… all in the context of charming cozy mysteries.
This book, set in Egypt, takes our protagonist back to her “ roots” as an adventure traveler. Instead of running her “ operation” from her manor house, she is on a small vacation boat in Egypt with a questionable cast of fellow-passengers.

There was, perhaps, less local color than I would expect in an historical novel set in an exotic locale, but that didn’t diminish my pleasure in this adventure and light mystery.

Netgalley provided me with a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for a candid review.

Egypt has always fascinated me. Having read a few non-fiction books focused on Egypt, I jumped at the opportunity to read this fictionalized account set in 1924. It'd also been quite some time since I checked up on the events in Lady Eleanor Swift's life. How long? Actually, I'm not sure, but obviously awhile since she was still relatively new to her title when I last tuned in. As much as I enjoy her growing friendship with Clifford, who seems to be the perfect lady's butler, I did miss getting to catch up with Hugh and the ladies of the manor until late in the story. That said, Egypt itself makes for a fascinating character in a way, particularly with the detailed descriptions we get from the author. I'm glad she made Lady Eleanor such an observant character, opening the way for those details.

Eleanor is quite likable and seems able to talk to everyone, probably due to her past history of world travel. As it was, however, I had to chuckle at her almost bubbly efforts to make conversation with the other passengers, none of whom seemed particularly interested in being social. That Eleanor persists, tells you about her personality, one not easily detoured or put off by someone. I could relate somewhat to the others this time as I'm one of those who frequently prefers to simply sit and read or gaze at the world about me, hard to do when someone as chatty as Eleanor is about. Her trust and admiration for Clifford, the butler-friend who accompanies on this voyage, is definitely fun to watch. Clifford is a fascinating character in his own right and I fear I may have missed some character reveals of him while on hiatus from this series. He seems unflappable and to almost know what Eleanor is thinking or needs before she even does at times. He's also protective and, even better, seems to be good at it. I mean, there are crocodiles.

As for the supporting cast this go-round, I never felt I got to know them well, though I'll blame the road work outside my window for that. There were interesting stories behind the characters but all seemed tied to the mystery. Ah, the mystery? Who killed Lieutenant Baxter. Even more delicious for mystery buffs, the body is found in a locked room of the (not so luxurious) SS Cleopatra. Shades of Agatha Christie. We do get to visit some pyramids, however, and actually spend time inside a tomb. Let's just say, that isn't for those with claustrophobia. There are also references to the discovery of King Tut's tomb and the demand for Egyptian artifacts, legal or otherwise. But, how is this all tied to the death of Baxter? Well, I'm not telling but will admit to not quite figuring it out myself prior to the reveal. The clues were tricky, let's just say, and I obviously need to up my sleuthing game. The killer is diabolical and there are reasons behind their actions that do help it all make sense in the end. Thanks #Bookouture for letting me catch up with Lady Eleanor again with this early peek at her adventurous life. I will be making an effort to catch up again, that's for sure.

MURDER ON THE NILE is the nineteenth novel in the Lady Eleanor Swift Mystery Series by VERITY BRIGHT.
The story takes place in 1924 in Egypt with Lady Eleanor Swift and her butler Clifford boarding a rather worse for wear boat, the SS Cleopatra, in Cairo for a three day journey on the Nile to Bawaaba, where Eleanor’s entourage are awaiting her…..
I enjoy the characters especially the feisty Lady Swift and the very British army Clifford, who seems to have given up all hope of making a lady out of her……
The excitement of two murders on the boat, together with a motley crowd of passengers, a disinterested captain, and two dead bodies, has Eleanor springing into action, with her faithful butler, to solve the crimes…….
The book is enjoyable and most exciting.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Bookouture. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

Lady Eleanor and Clifford have another adventure but this time they travel to Egypt to do it. While the rest of the household “ladies” and the “terrible two” pets make an appearance, the story is mostly just Eleanor and Clifford trying to solve a murder. The clues left by the victim are incredibly vague, so much so that it is quite a stretch that anyone (even Eleanor) would be able to figure them out. While the book is similar to the rest in being a good mystery with interesting characters, this one felt a little bit too forced. While it’s interesting when characters travel, I found myself wishing they were back home with Hugh & Kofi. It may be that after 19 books, I’m just getting a little tired. I’d like to see more character development of the “ladies” or a new twist in the story of Eleanor’s parents to get my attention back.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for selecting me to read an advanced copy of this book.

It is a cozy mystery story, very Agatha Christie style. I loved the atmosphere, the character interactions, and the mystery itself. Lady Eleanor Swift herself is very likable as well as witty and smart which is a great combination for a book.

The only downside for me was not having the inner monologue or just the narrator's voice describing the world around the characters, the way they did it themselves felt a bit forced. Other than that, I loved the book and would recommend it to my friends.

Are you a murder mystery girl or boy? If so, check out Murder on the Nile. This is a book that will have you wanting more.

I was in the mood for a historical cozy crime story and this book does exactly what it says on the tin. The sleuth Lady Eleanor Swift sails along the Nile on the SS Cleopatra, and soon has a murder to solve. There's a dash of glamour with the 1920s settings, and witty banter with her butler Clifford. The mystery is meticulously worked out. A fun, escapist read.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy.

This is the 19th mystery that Lady Eleanor Swift sets out to solve, this time on the Nile, Agatha Christie style. Fans of the series will enjoy this story that closely resembles Death on the Nile