I wrongly suspected a character of nefarious motives because of their nationality and I apologize to them for that. The one big thing that disturbed me about this book is something that happened to Genevieve.
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It ruined the whole story for me, though it was accurate for the time. I was shocked at her decision and did not agree with it. Dillman finally has a personality and allows his passions to shine through.
He's intelligent and thoughtful as well as caring. I liked how he handled Polly's crush with a delicate touch, not wanting to hurt her. I also liked knowing about what interests him. The ending absolutely surprised and delighted me. Genevieve's backstory comes out in full, finally. We see another side of her - more vulnerable and softer. I especially liked how she was able to draw out Lillian and help the young woman though she had other things to worry about.
I did not like how she handled her unexpected encounters and completely disagreed with her decision. It might be accurate but it's not right. I'm dying to read the next volume now. Apr 01, Laura Edwards rated it liked it Shelves: And of the two culprits, one was on my suspect list, but the other was completely unexpected. At the very end, however, Allen tries his hand at a romantic scene and I had to laugh.
Definitely not his forte. Feb 12, Nancy Oakes rated it liked it Shelves: They are traveling to Australia via the Mediterranean and Egypt. The purser, a charming Irishman, does not like either of them and does not really want them there meddling into what he considers to be his ship's business. On board is the Princess Royal Louise, her husband, the Duke of Fife, their two daughters and other various passengers, but there is a bit of a surprise for Genevieve. Her ex-fiance, Nigel Wilmshurst, is on board with his new bride for their honeymoon.
As usual, the voyage begins and things start disappearing from cabins right away. While the two are puzzling over these crimes, there is a murder on board. If the plot sounds the same as the other books in the series, it's because it is.
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However, I will say that while the basics are a bit repetitious, this one is just a wee bit better than its predecessors. Not only do we have a believable list of suspects, but he's toned down the minutiae the fashions of the day down to the buttons and given Genevieve time off from the usual coterie of men going gaga over her. Placing her ex-fiance on board was a good move I enjoyed the little extra addition to the usual storyline.
If you're following the series, then you'll like this book; if you're at all interested in ocean liners from the past you'll also like it. I would definitely not use this book as your entry to the or you might be lost. Overall, not too bad, considering how very repetitive these books tend to be. As far as the series goes, this one was a breath of fresh air. Now on to the next one! Apr 06, Jeanne Adamek rated it really liked it. Dillman and Masefield are detectives in the beginning of the 20th century disguising as passagers on varied ocean liners trying to catch thieves and make sure that the passage s run as smoothly as possible.
I had started this series because I am definitely a armchair tourist and I saw that this series had possibilities.
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I didn't like Muder on the Marmora quite as much as some of the other offerings, but still found it to be a wonderful story that could take be back in time. Allen writes very much character driven mysteries and I can say that I could "SEE" each and every character. The mystery I found was easy to solve, but still quite interesting. I would recommend this book and the rest of the series to anyone who really enjoy character driven historic mysteries. Feb 10, Cornelia rated it it was amazing. It's and ship detectives, George Porter Dillman and Genevieve Masefield solve thefts and a murder on board the luxury passenger ship, the Marmora as it sails from England to Egypt.
Unlike many of the other ships it doesn't have third class or steerage decks - only first and second class - it only caters to those who can afford luxury, in fact the princess royal and her family are on the cruise. As always interesting passengers and a glimpse of life in first class on a lush passenger ship of days gone by. A charming, cozy mystery. I love this series. Jun 14, Jill Hutchinson rated it liked it Shelves: These are books that you can read in an afternoon at the beach or on a rainy day Several thefts take place followed by the inevitable murder.
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Are the thefts and the murder committed by the same person? Dillman and Masefield think so and proceed to bring the perpetrator to justice. A fun read and a good addition to the series. Sep 07, George rated it liked it Recommends it for: It is the first time they are sailing on a nonConard vessel. The Marmora is bound for Australia, but the story covers the first eleven days from England to Port Said.
The two detectives have to win the trust and confidence of the Purser as well as deal with a string of thefts, a murder, and a man from Genevieve's past. Jun 02, Lara rated it liked it Recommends it for: I'm a terrible person to review a mystery because I find them to be very formulaic. I picked this one up on the recommendation of a friend while waiting for another book to come in at the library.
This one wasn't bad though. It had some interesting twists to it and it was overall quite enjoyable. Aug 24, Joanna rated it really liked it. As with the others in this series the setting is a luxury ocean liner, this one a bit smaller than most, sailing on the higher seas to Australia this time. But we don't event make it to Egypt during our story.
Anyway, as usual, great storytelling! This was my first Allen book. I love the cruise setting. I normally like to start at beginning of series but library didn't have the first but now that I know I like it I'm going to have to get the rest of the series. Mar 28, Lynn added it Shelves: March 27, Re-Read: March 28, April 3, Nov 10, Saleh MoonWalker rated it liked it Shelves: Aug 14, Samantha rated it it was ok. Entertaining, but somewhat predictable. October 23, and represented by SKLA. Genevieve excites the interest of two passengers, a Briton and an American, who compete for her attention.
Also on board is the creator of the most famous fictional detective of them all - Sherlock Holmes. Murder on the Oceanic by Conrad Allen Price: George Dillman and Genevieve Masefield have to be on their mettle when the great J. Morgan sails to New York with them on the Oceanic, a vessel that belongs to a shipping line Morgan owns. The death of his bodyguard and the theft of priceless paintings from his stateroom throw everything into confusion. Murder on the Salsette by Conrad Allen Series: Dillman and Masefield novels , Book 6. February 13, and represented by SKLA.
Murder on the Marmora by Conrad Allen Series: Dillman and Masefield novels , Book 5. When a dead body turns up, however, George and Genevieve know they've got their work cut out for them. Suspects abound, and on such a small ship keeping the demise of the poor victim a secret is proving tougher than they'd like. Murder on the Caronia by Conrad Allen Series: Dillman and Masefield novels , Book 4.
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As Genevieve Masefield and George Porter Dillman prepare to embark on another Atlantic crossing aboard the Caronia, they encounter two men brandishing shotguns, herding a man and a woman aboard ship in shackles. Curious, the two detectives find that the young couple have been captured in New York by Scotland Yard and are being transported back to England to stand trial for murder.
Murder on the Minnesota by Conrad Allen Series: Dillman and Masefield novels , Book 3. George Porter Dillman and Genevieve Masefield temporarily join the Minnesota, a combination freighter and passenger ship owned by the Great Northern Steamship Company, as private detectives. After a fiery Catholic missionary is murdered in what proves to be the first in a series of crimes that will stretch them to their limit. Dillman and Genevieve have to use all their skills to combat danger.
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