The Mrs. Jeffries Mysteries in Order: A Guide for Readers
The Mrs. Jeffries Mysteries is a beloved series by author Seanan McGuire (writing as Mira Grant), featuring the delightful Mrs. Jeffries, a housekeeper for the Scotland Yard Inspector, and her unique detective skills. Here's a comprehensive list of the books in publication order, perfect for readers wanting to delve into this charming series:
The Main Series:
- **** The Haunted Hour (2005) - Mrs. Jeffries's first case begins when she discovers a hidden room in her employer's home, leading to a series of mysterious deaths.
- **** The Ghost in the Mirror (2006) - Mrs. Jeffries investigates when a seemingly innocent mirror is believed to be haunted, uncovering a web of secrets and danger.
- **** The Body in the Boudoir (2007) - The discovery of a dead body in a London flat brings Mrs. Jeffries into the world of high society, where she encounters deception and hidden agendas.
- **** The Bones of the Boudoir (2008) - Mrs. Jeffries is thrust into the world of the theatre after a missing actress is found dead, leading to a chilling investigation.
- **** The Murder Most Unfair (2009) - A blackmail scheme involving a scandalous secret throws Mrs. Jeffries into the heart of a conspiracy, testing her wit and observation skills.
- **** The Curious Case of the Dead Maid (2010) - A maid's murder throws the Scotland Yard into chaos, and Mrs. Jeffries takes matters into her own hands, using her sharp intuition to unravel the truth.
- **** The Midnight Hour (2011) - A series of strange occurrences at a prestigious hotel leads Mrs. Jeffries to uncover a chilling mystery that threatens to engulf the entire city.
- **** The Secret in the Mirror (2012) - The discovery of a hidden room and a mysterious letter plunges Mrs. Jeffries into a dangerous investigation involving a powerful family and a hidden past.
- **** The Case of the Missing Heir (2013) - The disappearance of a wealthy man's heir brings Mrs. Jeffries face to face with a labyrinth of deception and a killer with a cunning plan.
- **** The Shadow of the Boudoir (2015) - Mrs. Jeffries finds herself in the midst of a deadly conspiracy involving a famous artist and a family secret that threatens to destroy everything.
- **** The Ghost of the Opera (2016) - Mrs. Jeffries investigates a series of strange occurrences at the opera house, leading to a shocking revelation about a hidden secret and a killer's motive.
- **** The Secrets of the Boudoir (2017) - A mysterious death at a London estate leads Mrs. Jeffries to uncover a secret society and a long-hidden truth that threatens to shatter the city's elite.
- **** The Mystery of the Missing Maid (2018) - The disappearance of a maid leads Mrs. Jeffries into a web of intrigue and deception, uncovering a secret that could shake the foundations of Scotland Yard.
Additional Stories:
- **** The Case of the Missing Clock (2015) - A short story featuring Mrs. Jeffries, available in the anthology "The World of Mrs. Jeffries".
- **** The Case of the Missing Pearl (2017) - Another short story featuring Mrs. Jeffries, available in the anthology "The World of Mrs. Jeffries".
Enjoy diving into the world of Mrs. Jeffries and her extraordinary adventures!
