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A Burial at Sea

Charles Lenox Mysteries Series #5

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A Burial at Sea

By: Charles Finch
Narrated by: James Langton
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Charles Lenox, Member of Parliament, sets sail on a clandestine mission for the government. When an officer is savagely murdered, however, Lenox is drawn toward his old profession, determined to capture another killer.

Investigate more mysterious doings with Charles Lennox.©2011 Charles Finch (P)2011 Tantor Detective Fiction Historical Mystery Traditional Detectives
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Critic reviews

"Agatha Christie meets Patrick O'Brian in Finchs accomplished fifth whodunit set in Victorian England, the best in the series to date." ( Publishers Weekly)
Exciting Mystery • Engaging Story • Excellent Narration • Historical Elements • Surprising Twist • Wonderful Performance
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A most enjoyable series which entertain usually with mystery and culture, but this book was far more. It was almost two adventures in one. The experience of a Victorian naval cruise from London to Egypt with deaths to explore was a full tale. Then the political and economic concerns of the new canal added more responsibility to our hero. Well done!

The best yet!

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I've been listening to the Charles Lennox series in order. Like them all but this may be the best. Great story a bit of history and seamanship.
The swimming part maybe a bit overdone.

Best So Far

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Where does A Burial at Sea rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I thoroughly enjoyed this story. It was a fun mystery with a favorite character as always. But it also provided excellent historical context of what it was like to be at sea as the naval sailing vessels were about to become obsolete. As usual, we received a detailed portrayal of class differences and how "gentlemen" actually lived. It was very enjoyable and I was so glad it was a bit longer and more involved than the earlier mysteries.

My favorite Charles Lenox mystery

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I've listened to the 1st book and this one, and by far like this one best. Navy and/or sea tales are not of significant interest, so had no real expectations for this book; and was I wrong. It is delightful, has a steady pace and I didn't get lost within the many characters. I would highly recommend this book. There is a twist that took me by surprise at the end, and I enjoyed his nephew's character amongst the other mature, gruff men.

Fully Developed, wonderfully Narrated

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The narration was excellent too. Mr. Finches books are always well written and keep you in suspence

A Great Read

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Always a good plot and this time at sea! Intrigue abounds and we get to meet another member of Charles' family.

another great story!

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I’ve become to love these stories. I like most anything mystery and these are entertaining

Love this character

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full of historical facts, and mannerisms as well as an exciting story and mystery to be solved.

More than a describe novel

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I loved this book. The change of environs was interesting and stimulating. Research needed to bring this to life was SO WORTH IT. The book can stand alone, anyone interested in sea stories will enjoy it. I kind of hate to go back to London and pick up his life in Parliament again. Maybe Charles will learn to love it and maybe I will too. But the truth is, I'm pretty turned off with politics these days. Instead of continuing the series I just picked up "Vanishing Man", a prequel which follows "Woman in the Water".

The Best So Far

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Simply the best series out there! Fantastic narrator!
I can't recommend this enough to people who enjoy historical murder books.

My Favorite book series!

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