Classic Victoria Holt, with intrigue, dukes and duchesses, servants and friends all just a little more than meets the eye.In "The Judas Kiss," Philippa Ewell's older sister Francine is murdered at the Grand Duke's hunting lodge in Bavaria -- along with the Grand Duke. Philippa has letters proving that the two were married and had a child, but other members of the Bavarian royal family say otherwise.Unexpected circumstances allow Philippa to investigate for herself, and she is drawn into the political intrigue, scheming and mysteries despite herself.A fun "beach read" novel.
