A Christmas Visitor: Maude's Grandmama in Barrington

Anne Perry has dazzled readers for many years along with her gripping Victorian novels and has received new followers along with her acclaimed World Struggle I collection. Perry’s thrilling Christmas novels, latest additions to her distinctive repertoire, are set in probably the most joyous season of the 12 months.

In "A Christmas Visitor," Maude Ellison, also known as Grandmama from the Charlotte and Thomas Pitt series, makes a surprise appearance in a thrilling tale filled with intrigue... and potential danger. Despite her family's plans to spend Christmas in Paris without her, Grandmama ends up in the chilly Romney Marshes to celebrate with Caroline and Joshua Fielding, Charlotte Pitt's parents. Christmas is not a time of joy for Grandmama Ellison, but this holiday season proves to be anything but ordinary.

Grandmama finds Christmas with the Fieldings to be a departure from her usual classy lifestyle, feeling out of place in the provincial Romney Marshes. The arrival of Joshua's cousin, Maude Barrington, pushes Grandmama to her limits. Despite Maude being well-traveled and amiable, Grandmama deems her as improper and peculiar. However, when Maude is discovered dead in bed, Grandmama suspects foul play and steps into the role of an amateur detective. Uncovering the truth about Maude Barrington leads Grandmama to unexpected revelations about both Maude and herself.

With its daring characters and lively, witty writing, "A Christmas Visitor" is a captivating holiday novella that blends mystery and murder with a generous dose of yuletide cheer. Join grandmama Maude Barrington and Charlotte as they welcome a special Christmas visitor to their festive celebrations.