Thursday, June 18, 2026

6.18.2026 - The Butler

The Butler by Clare Mackintosh 

Many thanks to NetGalley and Podium Entertainment for gifting me a digital ARC at the first book in a new series by a favorite, Clare Mackintosh.  All opinions expressed in this review are my own - 4.5 stars!

In Cannes, France, Baxter is a butler who caters to the ultra wealthy.  His latest assignment has Alec Prescott hosting his ex-wife, his much younger lady friend, his son and wife, and a couple of Hollywood friends.  But before long, nothing is going well.  A guest is found dead and Baxter has to help the police figure out who is responsible and just who he can trust.

Combine an Agatha Christie type locked-room mystery told by one of my favorite thriller writers and you know you are in for a treat.  It's always fun to see unlikable characters behave badly and then get just what they deserve, and these guests are certainly a wild crew.  Everyone has secrets - even Baxter, who is a fabulous character.  This is a short book, perfect for curling up and binging on a rainy day.  Can't wait for more in this series!

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