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Deadly Peril: A Georgian Historical Mystery (Alec Halsey Mystery Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Lucinda Brant (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 643 ratings

Blood and intrigue abroad

Winter 1763. Alec, Lord Halsey is sent on a diplomatic mission to Midanich, imperial outpost of the Holy Roman Empire, to bargain for the freedom of imprisoned friends. Midanich is a place of great danger and dark secrets, a country at civil war ruled by a family with madness in its veins. Awaiting him at his destination is the Margrave and his sister, demanding nothing less than Alec’s head on a pike.

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Deliciously complex, immensely readable, & completely un-put-down-able. If you’re looking for an intelligently written and skillfully crafted historical mystery look no further than Deadly Peril. I promise you won’t regret it. —Caz Owens All About Romance, rated a DESERT ISLE KEEPER

My first encounter with her work was mere months ago, and I’ve now read all her full-length books. Every one is worthy of five stars, but I think Deadly Peril is possibly the best yet. It is, quite simply, a perfect combination of mystery, romance, and history. — Lady Wesley Romantic Historical Reviews, rated 5 STARS

Accolades

  • M&M Book Award Finalist for Outstanding Cozy and Not-So-Cozy Mysteries
  • Readers’ Favorite Award Winner
  • RONE Finalist Best Published Mystery
  • RONE Mystery/Suspense Cover Design Finalist and Runner-Up
  • B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree

Connecting Books

Enjoy Lucinda’s meticulously researched 18th century world, where characters, places, and events all intertwine.

Alec Halsey Mystery Series
Spring 1763 DEADLY ENGAGEMENT (Country house murder and mayhem)
Autumn 1763 DEADLY AFFAIR (A poisoned vicar and the mysterious Miranda)
Winter 1763 DEADLY PERIL (Bloody intrigue abroad)
Summer 1764 DEADLY KIN (Murderous family secrets)
Winter 1764 DEADLY DIPLOMACY (Lies, levées, and lovers) In progress

Salt Hendon Series
1763 SALT BRIDE (Magnus and Jane)
1767 SALT REDUX (Antony and Caroline)
SALT HENDON COLLECTION — boxed set with bonus novella SALT ANGEL

Roxton Family Saga
1740s NOBLE SATYR (Renard and Antonia)
1760s MIDNIGHT MARRIAGE (Julian and Deb)
1770s AUTUMN DUCHESS (Antonia and Jonathon)
1770s DAIR DEVIL (Dair and Rory)
1770s PROUD MARY (Mary and Christopher)
1780s SATYR’S SON (Henri-Antoine and Lisa)
1743–77 ETERNALLY YOURS (Roxton Letters Vol. 1)
1772-87 FOREVER REMAIN (Roxton Letters Vol. 2)

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Lucinda Brant's mysteries explore the darker side of her richly authentic 18th century world. Along with her customary wit and high drama there are deeper subplots and even quirkier characters that will have you shuddering and laughing in equal measure.

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Deliciously complex, immensely readable, & completely un-put-down-able. If you're looking for an intelligently written and skillfully crafted historical mystery look no further than Deadly Peril. I promise you won't regret it. -Caz Owens All About Romance, rated a DESERT ISLE KEEPER


My first encounter with her work was mere months ago, and I've now read all her full-length books. Every one is worthy of five stars, but I think Deadly Peril is possibly the best yet. It is, quite simply, a perfect combination of mystery, romance, and history. - Lady Wesley Romantic Historical Reviews, rated 5 STARS

About the Author

Lucinda Brant is a New York Times, USA Today, and Audible bestselling author of award-winning Georgian historical romances and mysteries. Her books are renowned for wit, drama and a happily ever-after. She has a degree in history and political science from the Australian National University and a post-graduate degree in education from Bond University, where she was awarded the Frank Surman Medal. Noble Satyr, Lucinda's first novel, was awarded the $10,000 Random House/Woman's Day Romantic Fiction Prize, and she has twice been a finalist for the Romance Writers' of Australia Romantic Book of the Year. All her novels have garnered multiple awards and become worldwide bestsellers. Lucinda lives in the middle of a koala reserve, in a writing cave that is wall-to-wall books on all aspects of the Eighteenth Century, collected over 40 years-Heaven. She loves to hear from her readers (and she'll write back!): lucindabrant@gmail.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B015A5TLV8
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sprigleaf
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 6, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 7.2 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 440 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0987243089
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  • Book 3 of 4 ‏ : ‎ Alec Halsey Mystery
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Lucinda Brant

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LUCINDA BRANT is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of award-winning Georgian historical romances and mysteries. She writes about families, creating worlds that are full of history, heart, and Happily Ever Afters.

Lucinda has university degrees in history, politics, law, and a post graduate degree in education. Now a full-time writer, she has had many careers: university administrator; selling merch at rock concerts; mentor to first year medical students; and history and geography teacher at an exclusive boarding school for young ladies.

Lucinda lives in a villa full of books by the beach, with her scientist hubby, and an Italian Greyhound princess called Mabelle. She has been researching and reading about the 18th Century for over forty years, and still finds the Georgian era just as fascinating now as then.

A proud member of Novelists Inc. (NINC); The Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi); the Audio Publishers Association (APA), and the Beau Monde—Regency Fiction Writers (RFW).

Lucinda's many awards include:

10k Random House/Woman’s Day Romantic Fiction Prize

15 x IndieBRAG Medallion

10 x Readers' Favorite medalist

3x finalist for the RONE award. Awarded the RONE Historical Novel of the Year

Chatelaine Romantic Fiction First in Category Award winner

2 x finalist for the Romance Writers of Australia Romantic Book of the Year (RBY) award

"Quizzing glass and quill, into my sedan chair and away! The 1700s rock!"

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Customers find this Georgian historical mystery book engaging, with mystery and romance elements that keep readers guessing throughout. The book features well-developed characters and excellent writing, with one customer noting the witty dialogue. They appreciate the historical content, with one review highlighting how it provides substantial information about the time period.

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32 customers mention "Readability"32 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging and entertaining, describing it as a fascinating tale that's well worth reading as part of the series.

"...I am impressed not only by Ms Brant's excellent story-telling and plot-twisting, I am cowed by the depth of her research and her attention to detail...." Read more

"...on a totally different persona as "the Baron" which was quite delightful and spun out very well by the author...." Read more

"Quite an exciting tale of war in the Georgian era. Also it gives a closer look at the trials of miner monarchies in the old German states...." Read more

"...of romance in an only slightly convoluted plot make for a delicious reading experience...." Read more

18 customers mention "Intrigue"14 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the book's mystery and romance elements, which keep readers guessing throughout.

"...I am impressed not only by Ms Brant's excellent story-telling and plot-twisting, I am cowed by the depth of her research and her attention to detail...." Read more

"...I enjoyed the narrative. There' s excitment, intrigue, humor and brutality. There's a very surprise ending." Read more

"This book has it all: so much intrigue along with twists in the plot...." Read more

"...An interesting twist at the end reveals the greatest secret of all." Read more

11 customers mention "Character development"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one customer noting how Lucinda describes her characters and settings.

"...Mystery' series to become well acquainted with all of the fascinating characters that, Lucinda Brant, author so vividly brings to life...." Read more

"...Tension filled intrigue, a swoon worthy hero, a bit of romance in an only slightly convoluted plot make for a delicious reading experience...." Read more

"...well written, dialogue is witty and believable and the characters as well are believable and easy to fall in love with...." Read more

"...All the characters are very interesting. 4 stars" Read more

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Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one customer noting the witty dialogue and another highlighting the talented author.

"...Brant is a very talented author...." Read more

"...They're intelligent, well written and enjoyable." Read more

"...Lots of surprises for me as I had no idea how it would work out. Excellent writing - very enjoyable read...." Read more

"Brant is an excellent writer. Her stories are always interesting and have amazing twists and turns. They’re definitely not cookie cutter...." Read more

7 customers mention "History"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the historical content of the book, with one customer noting it provides substantial information about the time period, while another mentions it is well-researched.

"...third instalment in the Alec Halsey Georgian mystery series, is well-developed and gripping...." Read more

"...They're intelligent, well written and enjoyable." Read more

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"...I would recommend them to anyone who enjoys historical fiction." Read more

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A lush and delicious new Alex Halsey mystery
I loved this new addition to Akex Halsey series. I find Lucinda Brants characters are fascinating, complex and though flawed extremely attractive. The roamce between Serena and Alex is challenging and exciting, two equally strong and smart people brought together by passion and love. The scene where they confess all to each other was painfully beautiful, giving them a true basis to go on. The story is smartly written, intense and intriguing voiced to perfection by Alex Wydham. The descriptions ate lush and exotic. The intrigue is complex and exciting. A must read for those who value both mystery, romance and depth of characters
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  • Mary Jane C.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Smart people read Lucinda Brant (and Deadly Peril especially)
    Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2015
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    Deadly Peril, the third instalment in the Alec Halsey Georgian mystery series, is well-developed and gripping. The book stands alone, but you'll lose a lot of reading pleasure if you don't read the first two before delving into this one. You don't actually need the other books for this story's plot, but I assure you that you will immediately buy or borrow the others after finishing this one, so save yourself the trouble of spoilers and just read the other two first. Now, to Deadly Peril. Ms. Brant takes us well outside of London, far beyond the comfort zone of the titled folk we've been hanging out with for two books. Our friends face pirates, political revolution and social upheaval, betrayal, disguise, court intrigue and many other surprises which I won't hint at so as not to spoil the story. As a historian and a PhD in ancient history (who, yes, reads fiction and romance!) I am impressed not only by Ms Brant's excellent story-telling and plot-twisting, I am cowed by the depth of her research and her attention to detail. This woman does not fool around when it comes to geographical and historical accuracy (even, and especially, when she's inventing a new country). I think one of the things that I find particularly compelling about Brant's stories is that they can be very disturbing. Brant is not in the business of sugar-coating anything. She's the real deal. P.S.: If you have the patience or if you're reading this after December 2015, I would suggest adding on the audible voice for this book. I simply couldn't wait and purchased the Kindle version when it came out, but I have listened to the audio version of the first two and they are wonderful.
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  • Judge Tabor
    4.0 out of 5 stars Still Enjoying Alec, Selina and the Gang
    Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2016
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    I had really high hopes when I began reading this third book in the series. I've become a huge fan of Alec and after reading the reviews on this one expected to enjoy it even more than the first two. Let me state very clearly that the storyline is really interesting. A call for help comes from Cosmo who, along with Emily, has traveled into dangerous territory and both are now apparently being held for ransom in a province/country/territory (not sure what it was) called Midanich. In Alec's early days of diplomatic service, he had been posted in Midanich and it doesn't take long for the reader to understand Cosmo's and Emily's capture is based on Alec's mysterious time spent there and is obviously related to his former relationship with the current ruler of that country – the current Margrave (military commander), Prince Ernst. It's also obvious that Ernst's sister, Joanna, plays heavily into the mix.

    From the reader's standpoint, the storyline turns a little angsty when Alec thinks back on his time there, castigating himself for what he considers some very poor behavior by himself, but toward whom? If you decide to read, you'll need to hold onto your seat because it will be some time into the storyline before the details of how and why the Margrave wants Alec back in the country and why Alec can barely bring himself to confide in those closest to him about his time in Midanich. All this of course, serves to add to the suspense in the story.

    One really cool part of this story is that Alec takes on a totally different persona as "the Baron" which was quite delightful and spun out very well by the author. Another lovely part of the book is that Alec and Selina have some quality time together even as he goes about righting the wrongs in the lives of the people he loves. I really like it that Alec's and Selina's passionate love life doesn't include lots of sexually explicit details. Even so, the reader won't get much passionate physical love within the pages of this book. But, there is a remarkable steady love between the two which comes across each time they're together.

    **Spoilerish** Whether or not it's fair to the author and to the book, I must confess some personal issues with this book. I found parts of this story simply too twisted for my personal tastes. In fact, parts of it took away from my overall enjoyment of Alec as my hero type. I'm not judging as to whether this will be the case for any other readers. Brant is a very talented author. But, I have a difficult time reading about former illicit sexual escapades of my "main guy" - especially when it's a very uneasy confession to the woman he loves. And, then to have to face these conquests, if you will, in person and have Alec and Selina act all friendly like none of it matters, is really against my taste. The icing on the cake of course would be the details of the backstory between Alec, Ernst and Joanna. It simply left too much sludge, if you will in my being, causing me to feel a little downturn in my emotions.

    Still, Four Stars Overall.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Bitter Winter and War
    Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2024
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    Quite an exciting tale of war in the Georgian era. Also it gives a closer look at the trials of miner monarchies in the old German states. I enjoyed the narrative. There' s excitment, intrigue, humor and brutality. There's a very surprise ending.
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  • Patricia Rodels
    5.0 out of 5 stars Deadly Peril Is Another Winner
    Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2015
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    Have you ever wondered if something you did in your past would ever come back to haunt you or even mean the deaths of your closest friends.

    'Deadly Peril," will transport you back to a time when, Lord Alec Halsey, was just a young man who felt no consequences for his actions until it nearly meant his life but through a miracle or it seems, he manages to escape to freedom. Now, many years later like a spider's web entraps helpless victims, Alec, dear friend, Sir Cosmo Mahon and Emily St. Neots are about to become food for a very nasty and bitter spider. Can Alec save them as the country they are captive in is at war? Will bringing the woman he desires to marry, Selina Jamison Lewis, along in this what seems an impossible mission to save innocent lives mean the end of her life instead?

    I advise the reading of the first two installments of the ' Alec Halsey Mystery' series to become well acquainted with all of the fascinating characters that, Lucinda Brant, author so vividly brings to life. You won't be disappointed, I promise you!
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  • Tabby1249
    4.0 out of 5 stars Love me some Alec Halsey...
    Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2016
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    You can't go wrong with Lucinda Brant or the delicious hero, Alec Halsey. Tension filled intrigue, a swoon worthy hero, a bit of romance in an only slightly convoluted plot make for a delicious reading experience. There were, I felt, a few lapses into modern language and a couple of extraneous plot points, but this is overall, another fine entry into the Alec Halsey mystery series of which, I'll definitely be reading more as its published.

    Bottom line: if you like your historical novels to be about more than ball gowns, weekend house parties, contrived 'misunderstandings,' and scheming to arrange a marriage to 'save the family fortune' then you'll enjoy the Alec Halsey mysteries. They're intelligent, well written and enjoyable.
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  • Marie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent !
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 24, 2021
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    I had not planned to write a review until I had read all four books but this one ..number three... made such an impression so here it is.I ran the gamut of emotions whilst reading it and will try my best not to give any spoilers. The opening chapters has a sense of urgency because the hero already knows he has to go to the rescue. I listened to most of the book on Audible and it did not disappoint. Alex Wyndham's voice was terrific as he did both the male and female voices. On occasion it was very funny especially when he did Aunt Olivia. As the story went on it got darker with only our hero really understanding what horrors awaited him at his destination. On top of that, there were revelations, developments, some strong nerves in evidence and displays of loyalty and friendship with a promise of light at the end of a dark tunnel.This was a story with a difference and it really grabbed all of my interest. It was different from others in this genre and was excellent from start to finish; terrific !
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  • Wilma
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on August 18, 2016
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    Love love love Lucinda Brant and her Alec Halsey mysteries. Great writing, excellent story. Highly recommended.
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  • Danker
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow is right. One of the best HRs in 2015
    Reviewed in Australia on January 3, 2016
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    I'm a fan of Brant's writing, although this series has previously not grabbed me in the way that I've reacted to all her other works. In fact, if it were not for my tendency to 1- Click anything she writes, I probably wouldn't have bought this title. What a mistake that would have been. This story stands head and shoulders above the previous Halsey adventures - and they weren't bad.
    There is little point reiterating the views of the other five stars reviews. It appears more sensible to share that I think the reviewer on the U.S. Site, Lady Wesley, has (mainly) got it right - I disagree only with her assertion that Deadly Peril is the best story Brant has written. Excellent though it is, I can't agree that this story eclipses Salt Bride and Autumn Duchess. However, I do agree that it is one of the best HRs of 2015 and strong evidence that Brant keeps getting better and better. A well deserved five stars.
    PS I love the cover, as well.
    PPS I did not receive an ARC. I bought a Kindle version from Amazon.
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  • Beatrix Fitze
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great characters and unforseeable twists!
    Reviewed in Germany on May 4, 2016
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    This is another excellent read in the Alec Halsey series. In the two previous books I was baffled and fascinated by the complex plots and Deadly Peril is no different. In fact, the twist at the end of this one had me totally flabbergasted - totally unforeseeable! All of Lucinda Brant's books are wonderfully enjoyable thanks to the wealth of detail - whole worlds come alive in the believable characters, the clothes, the food, the transport, the attitudes and cultural mores... I always feel I've learnt a lot avout the period while enjoying a great read. I love the Roxton series too, but for sheer genius of plot the Alex Halsey series is hard to beat. I can't wait for the next book in this series!
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  • Sunny
    4.0 out of 5 stars Historical? A very good read
    Reviewed in Germany on September 2, 2016
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    Wanting to know more about das Land Midanich I tried Wikipedia and then Google. Then it dawned on me: The author had invented this land to serve her story. That left me with the question: What is historical? The author offers no answer in the form of references she used, or clarification about what persons actually existed, nor does she admit to her inventions.
    Fortunately I did not discard the book but read it to find out whether Lucinda Brant tells a good story. She certainly does! Much of it has the good feel of being the way in which things develop and people react. Nevertheless she presents us with surprises and keeps the story moving on.
    But the balance is tipped by the lack of historicity and honesty. I doubt I will ever choose this author again.
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