Curse of the Nandi Society for Paranormals Book 5 edition by Vered Ehsani Mystery Thriller Suspense eBooks
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Marital bliss was never this complicated! Mrs. Beatrice Knight is preparing to start a life of marital bliss, or at least marital satisfaction, with her new husband who fortunately is very much alive and can’t float through walls. While she is no expert on honeymoons, she’s certain that they shouldn’t involve brainless heads, bloodsucking fireflies and Bubonic Plague.
These however are mere inconveniences, for there’s another threat of greater significance the Nandi are rising up against their colonial masters and are determined to rid the land of all things British. The intrepid Mrs. Knight faces all this with her usual aplomb, her hefty walking stick and, of course, a pot of tea. But will her marriage survive?
Curse of the Nandi is the fifth case in “Society for Paranormals”, in which a paranormal detective refuses to let danger, death and unwanted suitors inconvenience her in the small town of Nairobi. Welcome to a cozy mystery series concerning Victorian etiquette, African mythology and the search for a perfect spot of tea. If you enjoy historical mysteries, adore Victorian steampunk, appreciate British humor, or would love to experience adventure in colonial Africa, download Curse of the Nandi to resume your supernatural safari!
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Curse of the Nandi Society for Paranormals Book 5 edition by Vered Ehsani Mystery Thriller Suspense eBooks
I am a big fan of Mrs. Beatrice Knight - er - sorry, of Mrs. Beatrice Timmons, the plucky former investigator for the Society for Paranormal and Curious Animals who leads what can only be described as an interesting life in the wilds of East Africa during the 1890s.As a mostly proper Victorian widow who has only recently remarried (her new husband is a roguish fellow with his own paranormal attributes), Bea is the daughter of a witch, the sister of a werewolf, the cousin-in-law of a man who can turn into a giant bat, the owner of a horse that can fly (when she's not dozing sleepily in a barn), and is apparently eternally bound - despite his death - to her first husband, the ghostly Gideon Knight who has the unfortunate habit of walking through walls when he wants to chat with her.
In addition, she lost a hand in a confrontation with a giant, shape-shifting praying mantis (who can also appear as a stunningly beautiful woman), and now sports a mechanical one. She was once bitten by a werewolf (she has a mangled ear to bear witness to that fact), and can summon a wolf spirit when she needs to (and, sometimes, even when she doesn't want to.) She carries a gadget-laden walking stick that she occasionally uses to thump both normal and paranormal people and creatures; is an expert with a bow and arrow, and has both a sharp tongue and a sharp wit.
In "The Curse of the Nandi," author Vered Ehsani's most recent installment in Bea's African adventures, she is trying very hard to settle into married life with her new husband but cannot do so because (a) some paranormal beast in beheading people and eating their brains, (b) there is a Bubonic Plague outbreak in the fledgling settlement that is Nairobi, and (c) a pair of bloodsucking vampires - who flit around as fireflies when they are not in human form - have intruded upon her honeymoon.
Bea is one of the great heroines of Indie fiction, in my opinion. She is brave, smart, loyal, and independent. If she is sometimes a little rough around the edges when it comes to the social niceties, she makes up for that fault (if it truly is one) with her unfailing willingness to "do the right thing" on behalf of those in trouble even if it means putting her own life at risk. Other reviewers have compared her to Lara Croft, the fictional Tomb Raider, but I'm not certain that I agree with that characterization. Croft is a wealthy woman seeking treasure and adventure. Bea is an impoverished woman - or was until she remarried - whose life has been dedicated to protecting both normal and paranormal people and creatures from exploitation and - sometimes - from injury and even death. In my opinion, she has her own special identity and is motivated not by a sense of adventure or a desire for gain but by a sincere desire to be of service to others.
Ehsani has, in this book and in her previous ones chronicling Bea's adventures, delved deeply into the myths and legends of East Africa, something few other writers have done. This makes her books not only more enjoyable but also gives her readers a glimpse into a fascinating world that most Westerners know little or nothing about.
We are better for that.
"Curse of the Nandi" is an excellent read with elements of a Steampunk adventure, fantasy, and a touch of horror; an intriguing heroine; and a fast-paced narrative. It is a book I highly recommend.
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Curse of the Nandi Society for Paranormals Book 5 edition by Vered Ehsani Mystery Thriller Suspense eBooks Reviews
I've read all of the books in this series, and enjoyed them all. It seems that marriage has somewhat dulled Bee's sharp wit, but the story, as always, was enjoyable. I gave it 4 stars instead of the usual 5 because of the cliff-hanger at the end.
Another stellar mystery by a talented author. I read the first four like they were candy. This one is no exception. We are immediately into the setting and characters. Our heroine has mellowed a bit but she is still true to herself. I love the steampunk touches. Dare I hope for a next one in the series?
Some days we just want to laugh. The description of this book as Jane Austin meets Sara Croft is accurate. There is also a lot of hilarious sarcasm thrown in. If you're on the fence about buying this book, just buy it. You'll have a great time reading it.
This is a wonderful series, and Curse of the Nandi is no exception. Vered's writing style is beautifully restrained and humorous, the main character is almost Stoic in her thoughts and actions, and she makes a wonderfully complex heroine. This story has great surprises for those who have read the others in the series, but Vered does a great job of summarizing the "story so far" so that one can pick this up this story individually if they'd like (but please do yourself a favor and go read the others, they are truly a delight!).
This series takes place in Victorian British Africa, a tale of supernatural and political hilarities. A strong central character with a few flaws, and a great supporting cast. I can't wait to read the next one!
Ms. Ehsani's series, Society for Paranormals, is an enjoyable blend of African people and folktales with the late 19th century British transplants in the Nairobi area of the British East Africa Protectorate. Beatrice is a delightful main character and the center of all the adventures, and is a herself a blend of witch, werewolf and - well, the last would be a spoiler. This is very light, fun reading and provides a nice break from the norm. I recommend reading the series in order because there are so many different characters and references to occurrences from previous books in the series.
Armed with a fully-loaded walking stick, a bag of cinnamon, and extra-sharp wits, Beatrice Knight Timmons is a powerful enemy. Now she's surrounded by paranormal friends who will fight to the death. She may need their help to defend against blood-sucking vampire fireflies, a plague of zombies, and brain-eating Kerits. It's just another day in Victorian Africa. It is simply bad manners to leave an unsightly corpse behind if one dies!
I'm hooked on this series! The clever dialog and extraordinary paranormal characters keep me interested from start to finish. It's lucky for new readers that each book is a standalone story, but they are extremely addictive. Keep them coming!
Miss Knight, as the locals call Mrs. Timmons, is a strong woman. Not in the physical sense, but mentally. She faces all manner of unusual even malevolent creatures. And she can make very tough decisions, such as those pertaining to life and death. Fortunately, she has some powerful friends and supporters. Because she is going to need it in this tale of death and destruction. I love this series. It is original, and I love the British stoicism and sarcasm from these Victorian era characters. Even more, I love Miss Knight's refusal to follow all the stuffy rules of the Ton.
I am a big fan of Mrs. Beatrice Knight - er - sorry, of Mrs. Beatrice Timmons, the plucky former investigator for the Society for Paranormal and Curious Animals who leads what can only be described as an interesting life in the wilds of East Africa during the 1890s.
As a mostly proper Victorian widow who has only recently remarried (her new husband is a roguish fellow with his own paranormal attributes), Bea is the daughter of a witch, the sister of a werewolf, the cousin-in-law of a man who can turn into a giant bat, the owner of a horse that can fly (when she's not dozing sleepily in a barn), and is apparently eternally bound - despite his death - to her first husband, the ghostly Gideon Knight who has the unfortunate habit of walking through walls when he wants to chat with her.
In addition, she lost a hand in a confrontation with a giant, shape-shifting praying mantis (who can also appear as a stunningly beautiful woman), and now sports a mechanical one. She was once bitten by a werewolf (she has a mangled ear to bear witness to that fact), and can summon a wolf spirit when she needs to (and, sometimes, even when she doesn't want to.) She carries a gadget-laden walking stick that she occasionally uses to thump both normal and paranormal people and creatures; is an expert with a bow and arrow, and has both a sharp tongue and a sharp wit.
In "The Curse of the Nandi," author Vered Ehsani's most recent installment in Bea's African adventures, she is trying very hard to settle into married life with her new husband but cannot do so because (a) some paranormal beast in beheading people and eating their brains, (b) there is a Bubonic Plague outbreak in the fledgling settlement that is Nairobi, and (c) a pair of bloodsucking vampires - who flit around as fireflies when they are not in human form - have intruded upon her honeymoon.
Bea is one of the great heroines of Indie fiction, in my opinion. She is brave, smart, loyal, and independent. If she is sometimes a little rough around the edges when it comes to the social niceties, she makes up for that fault (if it truly is one) with her unfailing willingness to "do the right thing" on behalf of those in trouble even if it means putting her own life at risk. Other reviewers have compared her to Lara Croft, the fictional Tomb Raider, but I'm not certain that I agree with that characterization. Croft is a wealthy woman seeking treasure and adventure. Bea is an impoverished woman - or was until she remarried - whose life has been dedicated to protecting both normal and paranormal people and creatures from exploitation and - sometimes - from injury and even death. In my opinion, she has her own special identity and is motivated not by a sense of adventure or a desire for gain but by a sincere desire to be of service to others.
Ehsani has, in this book and in her previous ones chronicling Bea's adventures, delved deeply into the myths and legends of East Africa, something few other writers have done. This makes her books not only more enjoyable but also gives her readers a glimpse into a fascinating world that most Westerners know little or nothing about.
We are better for that.
"Curse of the Nandi" is an excellent read with elements of a Steampunk adventure, fantasy, and a touch of horror; an intriguing heroine; and a fast-paced narrative. It is a book I highly recommend.
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