I was looking forward to this one after reading the first Maisie Dobbs book and it did not disappoint. I still really love Maisie as a character. She is smart, empathetic, and quietly strong. Winspear makes you care about Maisie and want her to cheive with her quiet determination.
This book picks up Maisie’s story as she continues to build her detective practice in post‑World War I London. The case in Birds of a Feather revolves around a seemingly straightforward situation of a missing heiress that slowly unfolds into a far more complex murder case involving missing women whose bodies are found with white feathers. Maisie’s curiosity and kindness drive her to look beyond the surface to solve the mystery.
I really enjoyed the way Winspear continues to develop Maisie’s character. You can see her confidence and skill growing, but she is never perfect. She is reflective, thoughtful, and has a moral compass that makes her appealing as a detective and a person. The secondary characters are also well drawn, with just enough depth to make them feel real without slowing down the story.
The plot moves at a steady pace and keeps you engaged. It is not a thriller with constant suspense but it is clever and rewarding, and the resolution doesn't feel forced. I liked how Winspear balances the mystery with the historical setting. It gives it a sense of the time while never letting it bog down the story. Overall, Birds of a Feather reinforced why I enjoy the Maisie Dobbs series. It's character driven and I can't wait to keep reading the series.
4 stars: I really enjoyed it and recommend this series.
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