Revenge, Served Royal by Celeste Connally - ISBN: 9781250387394
Hardcover
Royal baking, poisoned tea, and a scandalous document. Deadly revenge.

Revenge, Served Royal

A Mystery

$59.17

  • Hardcover

    336 pages

  • Release Date

    11 November 2025

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Summary

September, 1815. Autumn is in the air as Lady Petra Forsyth and some of the most illustrious members of the ton descend upon Windsor Castle for a week of royal celebrations, with the highlight being Queen Charlotte’s inaugural patisserie contest for the best bakers employed by England’s finest houses. Not only is Lady Petra’s own cook one of the contestants, but Her Majesty has requested that Petra herself serve as one of the judges.

Petra’s happiness at tasting delicious cakes and bi…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781250387394
ISBN-10:1250387396
Author:Celeste Connally
Publisher:St Martin's Press
Imprint:Minotaur Books,US
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:336
Release Date:11 November 2025
Weight:404g
Dimensions:37mm x 146mm x 221mm
Series:Lady Petra Inquires
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Revenge, Served Royal by Celeste Connally - ISBN: 9781250387394
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Critics Review

Bridgerton meets The Great British Baking Show. Lots of plot twists, and lots of fun.” –Kirkus Reviews

“Readers should pick this up and be ready for delicious treachery, lies, and scandal.” –First Clue

“Connally adorns the plot…[with] exciting fistfights and a dash of heart-fluttering romance.” –Publishers Weekly

“With baking details, plot twists, and a smart, feisty, competent, ahead-of-her-time heroine.” –Booklist

“Celeste Connally’s Revenge, Served Royal is a page-turning delight bubbling over with mystery, suspense, and humor that had me riveted from the first page! Lady Petra is an engaging heroine, the Windsor Castle setting is–literally–to die for, the twisty plot will keep you guessing, and the descriptions of the pastries in the bake-off will make your mouth water. I loved it and can’t wait for the next book in the series!” –Syrie James, USA Today bestselling author of The Mysteries of Pendowar Hall

“An absolute delight! Fans of historical mysteries and The Great British Bake-Off will gobble up this latest installment in the clever Lady Petra Inquires mystery series. It’s filled with Regency history, royal intrigue, and delicious twists.” –Anna Lee Huber, USA Today bestselling author

“Connally whips up murder, scandal, and a baking contest with equal parts history, twists, and suspense…Revenge, Served Royal is a treat to be consumed in one sitting!” –Dianne Freeman, USA Today bestselling author of the Countess of Harleigh Mysteries

“Celeste Connally paints a dazzling picture of deadly intrigue among high society, with the irresistible Lady Petra determined to serve justice alongside spilling the tea. Revenge Served Royal is a delicious treat for Regency and mystery fans alike!” –Jessica Bull, author of the Miss Austen Investigates Mysteries

Praise for the Lady Petra Inquires Mysteries:

Although its haute ton setting nods at Bridgerton, Lady Petra’s story owes more to Sex and the City… A light and lively romp.” –Kirkus Reviews on All’s Fair in Love and Treachery

“An excellent addition to the world of Regency mysteries. Petra is an exceptionally strong heroine, who refuses to play by the rules of a society that does not give women the same rights as men… Highly recommend.” –Historical Novel Society on All’s Fair in Love and Treachery

“Fast-paced, witty….For fans of headstrong women sleuths and readers of Deanna Raybourn and Kerry Greenwood.” –Library Journal (starred review) on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

“Effervescent…A delightful period adventure with pitch-perfect banter.” –Kirkus Reviews on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

“Delightful…Petra is marvelously drawn–an easy-to-love, instantly memorable heroine–and Connally equips her with a brisk, page-turning adventure. This is catnip for historical suspense fans.” –Publishers Weekly on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

“Refreshing for the complexity of its lead characters and will be popular with Bridgerton fans.” –Booklist on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

“Witty and wise, a delightful feminist romp. Connally’s series serves as a reminder to never settle, that what’s right and what’s easy are rarely the same.” –Jessica Fellowes, New York Times bestselling author on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

“A smart, engaging historical mystery with a feminist twist and a simmering romance that I couldn’t get enough of. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough, and fell in love with its unconventional, intrepid heroine. I can’t wait to read Lady Petra’s next adventure!” –Martha Waters, author of To Have and To Hoax, on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

“Captivating…a sensational blend of mystery, suspense, and romance.” –Ashley Weaver, author of A Peculiar Combination, on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

“Regency England comes alive in Celeste Connally’s Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord. It’s rollicking good fun with Lady Petra who is remarkably capable of getting herself into and out of compromising and danger situations. You’ll love this one!” –Marty Wingate, USA Today bestselling author on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

“With its atmospheric storytelling, thought-provoking plot and plucky heroine, this novel whisked me away to Regency England and held me there until the very last page.” –Jessica Ellicott, author of Death In a Blackout on Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord

About The Author

Celeste Connally

Celeste Connally is the USA Today bestselling author of the Lady Petra Inquires series, an Agatha Award nominee, and a former freelance writer and editor. Her mysteries are set in Regency-era England and feature a headstrong heroine and as many equestrian scenes as her plots and editor will allow. She delights in giving her books a good dose of romance, too, and a few research facts she hopes you’ll find as interesting as she does. Passionate about history and slightly obsessed with period dramas, what Celeste loves most is reading and writing about women who don’t always do as they are told.

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