Arsenic at Ascot

<p><strong>Saddle up for this first class historical mystery perfect for fans of Helena Dixon and Verity Bright.</strong></p><p><strong>London 1918</strong></p><p>Fiona Figg finds herself back in Old Blighty saddled with shuffling papers for the war office. Then a mysterious card arrives inviting her to a fancy house party at Mentmore Castle. This year's Ascot-themed do will play host to a stable of animal defense advocates and Fiona is tasked with infiltrating the activists and uncovering possible anti-war activity.</p><p>Disguised as the Lady Tabitha Kenworthy Fiona is more than ready for the mane event but the odds are against her when both her arch nemesis dark-horse Fredrick Fredricks and would-be fiancé Lieutenant Archie Somersby arrive unexpectedly and stirrup her plans. And when a horse doctor thuds to the floor in the next guest room Fiona finds herself investigating a mysterious poisoning with some very hairy clues.</p><p>Can Fiona overcome the hurdles and solve both cases or will she be pipped to the post and put out to pasture by the killer?</p><p><strong>What readers are saying about Kelly Oliver:</strong></p><p>'A fun mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams</p><p>'Fast-paced tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham</p><p>Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way! Dianne Freeman</p><p>'The perfect wartime spy; Fiona Figg is smart sneaky and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages! Cathi Stoler author of The Murder On The Rocks Mysteries.</p><p>A cross between an Agatha Christie and a Sherlock Holmes sleuthing story. Just brilliant! NetGalley Reviewer</p><p>Covert in Cairo is simply delightful. Kelly Oliver's immersive prose brings World War I era Egypt to life. Fiona Figg - with her tools wigs and disguises - is a sleuth you can't help but root for. S.K. Golden author of the Pinnacle Hotel Mystery series.</p><p>This historical mystery delivers twists and turns. I can't wait for the next one! Muddy Rose Reviews</p><p>I love Fiona Figg! Margaret Mizushima</p><p>Couldn't put it down. Amazon ReviewerA perfect blend of wit fun and intrigue. Debra Goldstein</p><p>I am hooked on these amazing characters. Amazon Reviewer</p><p>A fun diversion with an entertaining female lead.Kirkus Reviews</p><p>Fans of Susan Elia MacNeal will gobble up this series! Highly recommend. L.A. Chandlar</p><p>Diabolical plot twists interesting red herrings colorful characters make this a good whodunit. NetGalley Reviewer</p>