Book Info
Name of Book : A Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons
Author : Kate Khavari
Publisher : Crooked Lane Books
Publication Date : 7 June 2022
No. of Pages : 550
Format : E Book
Why did I choose the book?
A Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons by Kate Khavari was available on Netgalley in exchange of an honest review. The first thing which attracted me to the book was the cover and title. The blurb was also appealing. So, had to download it.
Where to get the book?
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Author Introduction
Credits : Crookedlanebooks.com
Kate Khavari is the author of fiction ranging from historical mysteries to high fantasy epics. She has her parents to thank for her fascination for historical mysteries, as she spent the majority of her childhood memorizing Sherlock Holmes’s and Poirot’s greatest quips. A former teacher, Kate has a deep appreciation for research and creativity, not to mention the multitasking ability she now relies on as an author and stay at home mother to her toddler son. She lives in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas with her husband, son, and a lovely garden that contains absolutely no poisonous plants.
Blurb
Saffron Everleigh is in a race against time to free her wrongly accused professor before he goes behind bars forever. Perfect for fans of Deanna Raybourn and Anna Lee Huber, Kate Khavari’s debut historical mystery is a fast paced, fearless adventure.
London, 1923. Newly minted research assistant Saffron Everleigh attends a dinner party for the University College of London. While she expects to engage in conversations about the university's large expedition to the Amazon, she doesn’t expect Mrs. Henry, one of the professors’ wives to drop to the floor, poisoned by an unknown toxin. Dr. Maxwell, Saffron’s mentor, is the main suspect, having had an explosive argument with Dr. Henry a few days prior. As evidence mounts against Dr. Maxwell and the expedition's departure draws nearer, Saffron realizes if she wants her mentor's name cleared, she’ll have to do it herself. Joined by enigmatic Alexander Ashton, a fellow researcher, Saffron uses her knowledge of botany as she explores steamy greenhouses, dark gardens, and deadly poisons. Will she be able to uncover the truth or will her investigation land her on the murderer’s list?
My Opinion
If you are looking for an excellent mystery and thriller for year 2021, then A Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons by Kate Khavari is not a book to be missed. With a strong woman protagonist, the book offers an amazing plot of deceit and betrayal. And, the climax, definitely you would not see it coming. Also, the cover is so attractive that I fell in love with it.
I will, definitely give the book 5 stars. Thanks to Netgalley for providing me an opportunity to read and review the book.
Character Portrayal
Sara Everleigh, our protagonist in A Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons by Kate Khavari is a strong women who wants to stand on her own feet. She wants people to recognize for her own work, and, not for her father's reputation. In a world full of male dominance she is a perfect example of a modern woman.
Alexander's character is of a confident and intense researcher. He does his best to support Sara and is a loveable character.
The antagonists are good and make the plot much more mysterious and better.
Narrative Style
Kate Khavari has written A Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons from author's POV. The language is simple and easy to understand.
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