Book Review: Death in St. George’s by M.A. Monnin

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In the third installment of Mary Monnin’s Intrepid Traveler Series, Artifact Retrieval Team members and lovers Stefanie and Thomas plan a romantic getaway to Bermuda, hoping to take a break from their demanding work. However, their plans take an unexpected turn when an archaeologist seeks their help in recovering a stolen emerald bracelet from his site.

While Thomas is initially reluctant, Stefanie’s fascination with buried Spanish treasure leads them to accept the task. But their romantic interlude is shattered when one of the archaeologists is murdered, sparking their curiosity. As they delve deeper, they uncover not only Spanish gold but also dangerous secrets. Stefanie and Thomas find themselves entangled in a race against time to uncover the truth and apprehend the killer before more lives are lost.

Having thoroughly enjoyed the previous installment of the series, I eagerly anticipated diving into this latest offering. However, I found myself disappointed as the story failed to hold my attention till the end.

While the premise of Spanish treasure, a shipwreck, and a theft held promise, the execution fell short. The plot-to-story development lacked depth, with Stefanie and Thomas seeming to circle back repeatedly as they attempted to unravel the clues and identify the culprit.

Adding to the intrigue was the introduction of Greg, a client at the private bank where Stefanie previously worked. His overly friendly demeanor towards Stefanie and subtle gestures of interest created tension between Stefanie and Thomas, adding a layer of jealousy to the narrative.

Overall, Death at St. George’s by M.A. Monnin proved to be an okay read but failed to match the standard set by its predecessor. The mystery surrounding the missing Spanish gold artifact and the murder felt underdeveloped, leaving much potential for improvement.

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I received an ARC from Level Best Books and NetGalley in exchange for an honest and unbiased opinion.