Julia Golding

Jane Austen turns detective in this spooky historical adventure by award-winning author Julia Golding! It's 1789 and a young Jane Austen turns detective as she seeks to solve the mysterious happenings at Southmoor Abbey. When a carriage accident forces a change of plans, 13-year-old Jane is sent to be a companion to Lady Cromwell for a week as the household prepares to celebrate the eldest son's coming-of-age party. While there, Jane vows to solve the mystery of the ghostly monk in the Abbey grounds - for she does not believe in such stories! But this is not the only strange occurrence for the adventurous young Jane to investigate. There are shivery night-time investigations, an Indian girl with secret talents, a library fire, two prize horses in danger, and friends to save from false accusations. With notebook in hand and her faithful dog Grandison by her side, will Jane overcome the continuous obstacles and find out the truth?

The Abbey Mystery

Jane Austen Investigates

Briar's Reviews

Jane Austen Investigates: The Abbey Mystery is a modern thriller written like a classic. Julia Golding has got some great style to her writing.

This book has personality and spunk. It is written like it is to be a classic, but also weaves in thriller vibes. Throw in the fun, quirky pages (A Page in Mourning was excellent), a dash of fantasy, and a plot to keep you hanging on, and you've got yourself one cool book! It's definitely way better than I could have expected it to be! A potentially evil spirit who is out to get revenge mixed with the classic nature of Jane Austen, but written in engaging manner. 

This book feels like it would be excellent for Young Adult readers and middle grade readers who are seeking a little bit more. It's an excellent read that keeps you glued to the edge of your seats. Just think of the classics but adding a bit of spice - ghosts? Fantasy? Intrigue? It's a great way to get new readers interested in old classics, but in a more engaging and fun way than lectures at school.

Overall, this is a great read!

Four out of five stars.

Thank you to NetGalley and Lion Hudson Ltd. for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.

Nickie Mohler

Jane knows she's not beautiful like her older sister. But, she prides herself on the fact that she is very sensible. She thinks things through and can usually find a sensible explanation for most things. So, when her sister has an accident, Jane must take her place as a lady's companion at Southmoor Abbey.
People say the ghost of the Mad Monk roams the grounds and all who look upon him die. Her brother has bet her a hefty sum that she can't prove it's nonsense. Jane is determined to win that bet.

This is fun story. I love Jane's spunky attitude. I enjoyed the mystery as well. Hopefully this will be a series.

I received a copy from Net Galley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

ashley larsen

This middle grade was very easy to read and a quick read. Being under 200 pages it is perfect for any child that loves mystery and historical fiction. Jane was a very strong girl character that knows that she can do anything she puts her mind to. Over all this was a great book that will be enjoyed by many children.

Jane Austen Investigates The Abbey Mystery

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