I was very excited to see I had been approved for the next installment in a favorite series.

Jane and Redvers travel to India in this latest Jane Wunderly mystery. I enjoyed the vivid setting of Ooty, where the Raj decamps during the hot summers. When a new, interesting British friend is murdered, Jane and Redvers dive into unraveling the mystery, trying to uncover who had the motive and means to commit the crime.

This series has always been great because of the rich locations and the witty banter, but the last two books were missing what has set this series apart from others. While I appreciated the rich descriptions and atmospheric settings, the last few plots have felt underwhelming. It seemed like the story needed more depth and intrigue to keep me fully engaged. Without a stronger, more engaging plot, the series is starting to lose its spark for me. I hope the next installment brings back the excitement and mystery I once loved. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I love this series! I find Jane and Redvers to be a fascinating couple who share their love of travel (necessitated by his work) and mysteries, making for highly enjoyable and educational stories. I loved the setting of India as they struggle with their need for independence and the depiction of the residents, both Indian and British in these surroundings. The thought of a tiger pouncing is terrifying but all too real; I read another story about it last year. Highly recommend this series for well-crafted mysteries with great characters and political intrigue in various parts of the globe.

This is the sixth title in the Jane Wunderly series. I love this series for the travel and adventure. I also love the time period the series is set in – the golden age of travel. In my mind I can imagine Evelyn and Rick from The Mummy as Jane and Redvers. The last two books in the series seem flat to me. In both, most of Jane’s time seems to be spent going from place to place rather than doing anything constructive. There was too much political intrigue for my taste in this latest title. However, the parts of the series that are so appealing to me such as the exotic locations are still evident. Looking forward to number seven. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a free eARC in exchange for review.

"Intrepid American newlywed Jane Wunderly learns that tigers aren't the only dangers lurking in 1920s India, when a murder in a popular resort town threatens to destabilize the local government and undermine the resistance movement for Indian self-rule...

Ooty, 1927: Accompanying Mr. Redvers on an assignment to Ootycamund to quell revolutionary rumblings, Jane finds there's more than meets the eye to India's Queen of Hill Stations. Ooty's lush tea plantations and tranquil gardens barely conceal its secrets - scandalous affairs, political sabotage, and a mounting anti-colonial movement. Even Redvers intends to subvert his official mission in Ooty, by arranging a series of clandestine meetings with local resistance leaders. But it's not until the shocking death of a British national that Jane and Redvers are truly drawn into Ooty's deepest shadows.

Jane's suspicions that the death is more than a tragic accident are soon confirmed, but word of a murder could stoke Ooty's simmering tensions into a full boil. Navigating corrupt local officials, festering personal vendettas, and a complicated network of bureaucratic entanglements that lead to the top tiers of government, Jane and Redvers edge closer to the truth…and its deadly consequences. Someone is willing to spill blood to protect their interests, will Jane become just another of Ooty's darkest secrets?"

Gotta support local authors! It helps when they're this good.

Newlywed Jane Wunderly and one-named Redvers are an effective duo as they travel to an Indian Hill station as British diplomats. Not unexpectedly, their sympathies are with the Indians struggling to oust the British from their country. But the murder of a fellow Brit draws them into both sides of the controversy, with no one to trust.

Jane and Redvers are a very satisfying couple, both smart, accomplished, and able and willing to communicate. I look forward to more in the series, and hope that the couple will continue to travel the world.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Jane Wunderly and her new husband, Redvers, are in India on their way through the mountains to a meeting to which up in the mountains. They meet a very interesting woman, Gretchen, in the train. Gretchen is also an English diplomat who is going to the same meeting, and Jane finds her very interesting. It turns out that Gretchen is staying in the same house and they get better acquainted. Gretchen is also involved in the meetings which Redvers is also involved. It appears that many British are not in favor of granting India the right to govern itself, and Gretchen is very much in favor of granting India it's rights. When they hear that Gretchen was killed by a Tiger walking back the to house after a meeting in the Governor's house, Jane is sure that Gretchen wouldn't have walked back by herself and she and Redvers go to the hospital and manage to see the body. Alhough there are some tears in her clothes, they can see that her body was not mauled by a tiger but she was shot in her face a close range. Soon, Jane is known as a busybody, and she might be in danger as well, and she gets some nasty letters. Then, she finds that Redvers is also at risk.

Will Jane and Redvers manage to get back to England alive? This was an exciting and clever story, and at the end there was a short Christmas story about Jane and Redvers. I thank Net Galley and Kensington Books for the ARC so that I could read the book before publication.

In 1927 India, Jane accompanies Redvers to Ooty, a seemingly tranquil hill station concealing political intrigue, scandal, and a burgeoning anti-colonial movement. When a British national is murdered, Jane and Redvers are thrust into a deadly investigation, uncovering secrets that reach the highest levels of government.

I love the Indian setting—the author does a good job of bringing it to life. The plot focuses on the facts of the case without much of the emotion that I enjoy in a historical mystery. I’m sure others will enjoy the book. It’s probably best to read the series in order, even though the books can stand alone.

Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.

Read this book over the weekend. This series is wonderful and I do recommend reading it in order (even though they can be stand alone)

I love the locations. This time, we are in 1920s India—a very British India—and Jane and Redvers are investigating as a married couple.

Redvers is sent to Southern India by the British Gov't. and soon finds himself and Jane in a new murder mystery - involving a tiger attack.

Intrigue and Murder on order.

This was probably my favourite mystery out of the series to date. I read all the books and this one was the most engaging and best written one of all. I liked how Redvers and Jane investigated together and I found the setting very interesting in addition.
The cast was compiled of English and Indian characters which I appreciate. The main character Jane is again a good main character and I appreciate her independence and sharp mind. I liked how she never stopped asking questions and was determined to find her friend’s murderer. Redvers is a good 2nd main character and he matured from being Jane’s sidekick to a more central role. I like how he cares for Jane but supports her in her sleuthing. He very much has part in the investigation this time which was nice.
All in all if you enjoy mysteries and would like to read a series where every book is set in a different country so far, look no further than the Jane Wunderly mysteries.

Jane and Mr. Redvers travel to India in the new Jane Wunderly mystery. I liked the setting of India during the British Empire and seeing how the Indians were treated by the British. When a local British friend is murdered, Jane and Mr. Redvers investigate who had a motive and means to kill her. While I enjoy a lot of the descriptions and settings, the last few plots have fallen flat for me. I just felt it needed a bit more plot to it. However, I will keep reading them and enjoying the travels of Jane and Mr. Redvers.

Thanks to NetGalley and Kensington for the ARC!

Homicide in the Indian Hills is the sixth installment in the Jane Wunderly mystery series, following Jane and Redvers on their honeymoon to Ooty, India. Not long after their arrival in Ooty, a woman is murdered and her death is made to look like a tiger attack. Jane and Redvers have to find out what happened before the killer strikes again, putting their own lives at risk. Any fan of the Jane Wunderly series so far will enjoy this installment, and those new to the series will enjoy the fast pace and high stakes. I can't wait for the next book in the series too!

First, thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I was really excited to get this ARC, as I have read all the other volumes in the series. This one lived up to the style of the other books, which was a relief, as I was not as much of a fan of the book before this one. This, though, was a return to form for the series: an exotic locale, a twisty murder, and Jane and Redvers working as a team. Though it took a while to ramp up to speed, the book had one of the most exciting endings of the series so far. If you enjoy relatively cozy period-piece mysteries set in globe-trotting locations, this is a good series for you.

You could easily read this as a standalone. It doesn't require you to come in with much prior knowledge; however, it is a good series overall and I would suggest starting at the beginning.

Jane and Redvers are in India and we find out more about his character in this story. All good! Jane knows how much Redvers loves her but he proves himself ready to sacrifice his life to save hers, twice. Two deaths occur and are covered up by the Raj. Jane is determined to find justice for the victims, as is Redvers, quietly. The investigation is frustrating and complicated as there is no one they can trust.

Jane and Redvers are on their honeymoon in India. Redvers is actually working for the British government. When a woman they met on the train is killed, Jane begins to ask questions. A lot of intrigue in this book. There are plenty of suspects and Jane tracks them all, only to almost lose Redvers. A good read and a bonus novella at the end of the book. A satisfying read with great characters!
I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for a review.

I was excited to receive an advanced reader copy of Homicide in the Indian Hills, by Erica Ruth Neubauer as I find India in the early 20th Century fascinating. This is the 6th book in the Jane Wunderly Mystery series, but it is the first that I have read. Reading the series in order would greatly enhance your enjoyment.

Jane Wunderly and her new husband, Redvers, have traveled to India where he will complete a mission for the British government. Jane is in the dark concerning her new husband's job and finances, which I found odd. Why does a smart widow tie herself to a man she doesn't know that much about? Love is the answer, their relationship was close and sweet to read.

Jane is involved in a great deal of introspection over the danger India presents and over her husband's job security. I would have liked less of that and more about the rigors Britain put the Indian population through. I was surprised to learn that tigers still roamed the mountainous area in 1927. The political climate and social rules were so interesting.

I will look for the backlist and read more in this series. I would recommend this book to others who enjoy historical mystery, cozy mystery, colonial India, and to those who enjoy a dash of romance with their mystery/suspense.
Thank you #NetGalley #KensingtonPublishing for the requested ARC. This is an unbiased review, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
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3.75 stars

The further adventures of intrepid Jane Wunderley and her new husband Redvers. Having read previous series entries would provide background and enjoyment.

These newlyweds are a bit surprised to find themselves married as they both have baggage and didn't expect to take the plunge, but they are quite simpatico and give each other a lot of space, especially considering the historical time period of the 1920s. Redvers is involved in clandestine ops for the Crown, and Jane is incurably nosy where mysterious murders are concerned.

Redvers has an assignment in India, trying to smooth the way for a British commission. But his heart isn't really in it, as both he and Jane are sympathetic to Indian independence. He is questioning his future employment.

Jane meets a new friend, a British widow who is respected by all and has served in various capacities. But when the woman's body is discovered, ostensibly due to a tiger attack, Jane and Redvers investigate and soon find out there is a fabrication of lies.

These are fun reads with independent characters and a fair amount of history. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Newly married Jane Wunderly and her enigmatic husband Redvers are off to the far reaches of India in their latest adventure (A Jane Wunderly Mystery #6). The lush setting of Ooly and colonial life among civil servants is the backdrop for a mystery set around real events related to a group of British Parliament members appointed in 1927 to study constitutional reform in British India.

The characters and mystery were interesting but not as compelling as earlier entries in the series. Like Secrets of a Scottish Isle (the fifth entry in the series), Jane spends much of the book fixated on an internal dialogue with herself, in this case, the stability of Redvers employment, which gets rather tedious after a while. The series continues to explore unique locals and weave events and people of the 1920s together, making each entry a fun and interesting read, but hopefully, Jane's role as a tagalong spouse will see further development in future entries.

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American Jane Wunderly has remarried recently to British agent Redfers despite her wanting to never marry again. Jane accompanies Redfers to the Hill Stations of India where they encounter murder, political sabotage, and threats to this newlywed couple. Very happy to see a book of new adventures!
I requested and received a temporary uncorrected reader's proof from Kensington Publishing via NetGalley. Thank you!
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Thanks to Kensington and Net Galley for this ARC. Great location, learnt lots about India in the 1920s. The plot wasn't great and Jane although intelligent doesn't know much about the man she married or his job. The series started great, dipped after a few booked then picked up. This feels like another dip to me but i love the characters so hope it picks up again in the next instalement.

Jane Wunderly and Redvers are back! I love this series and always look forward to a new book release. This one is set in India in a tumultuous political climate as Britain tries to retain control of India. Due to his job Redvers is stuck in the middle, with Jane along for the ride, when suddenly one of their colleagues is murdered. Was it political? Personal? Blackmail? Jane and Redvers are on the case to find out!

I enjoy that they are a modern couple for the 1920's and that Redvers respects Jane and her opinions. The descriptions of food had my mouth-watering and ordering tikkmasala from my favorite India restaurant. However, the overall mystery felt a bit repetitive for me with not much in the mystery progressing until the last 20%. The last two books in the series haven't sparkled in the same way for me, but I still love this couple so much I'm giving this book 3.5 stars rounded up to 4. I really hope the author can provide us a more interesting plot in the next book and I will certainly be adding this one to my collection.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for this early copy!