A Lady in the Smoke: A Victorian Mystery

A Lady in the Smoke: A Victorian Mystery

Featuring all the suspense and historical atmosphere of Anne Perryâ€™s Victorian mysteries,Â Karen Oddenâ€™s enthralling debutÂ plunges a headstrong young Englishwoman into a conspiracy that reaches the highest corridors of power.
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Following a humiliating fourth Season in London, Lady Elizabeth Fraser is on her way back to her ancestral country estate when her train careens off the rails and bursts into flames. Though she is injured, she manages to drag herself and her unconscious mother out of the wreckage, and amid the chaos that ensues, a brilliant young railway surgeon saves her motherâ€™s life. Elizabeth feels an immediate connection with Paul Wilcoxâ€”though society would never deem a medical man eligible for the daughter of an earl.
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After Paul reveals that the train wreck was no accident, and the inspector who tried to prevent it dies under mysterious circumstances, Elizabeth undertakes a dangerous investigation of her own that leads back to her familyâ€™s buried secrets. Not only are her dowry and her reputation at stake; Paulâ€™s very life hangs in the balance when he is arrested for manslaughter. Now Elizabeth must risk everything for the man who has found a place in her heart. As the trial draws near, and Parliament prepares for a vote that will change the course of the nation, she uncovers a conspiracy that has been years in the making. But time is running out to see justice done.

Praise for A Lady in the Smoke
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â€œThis riveting historical debut is chock-full of details about Victorian England, spun into a masterful tale of romance, railroads, and mystery. Propelled by an engaging heroine and a deftly plotted conspiracy, itâ€™s a great read!â€â€”Stefanie Pintoff, Edgar Awardâ€“winning author of Hostage Taker

â€œPretty much everything I want in a historical novel: trains, historical detail, secrets, family drama, two lovers separated by society, conspiracy, crusading journalists, women sneaking out of the house, lawyering, and a pickpocket who could give Artful Dodger a run for his money. . . . I was a very satisfied reader by the time I finished this book.â€â€”Book Riot
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â€œReaders of Anne Perry will enjoy this mystery set in Victorian England. . . . The characters are interesting and the story is fast-paced and engaging.â€â€”The Book Stop

â€œFilled with all sorts of twists and turns and all sorts of secret, and not-so-secret, relationships . . . Fans of historical mysteries will enjoy this excellent mystery and romance.â€â€”Inside of a Dog
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â€œElizabeth was no shrinking violet and had a fire to her. . . . I would definitely recommend this to any fan of the Victorian era or who just wants a good little mystery to keep them busy for awhile.â€â€”Is This Book for Me
Country USA
Manufacturer Alibi
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2016-03-29
Format Kindle eBook

Country	USA
Manufacturer	Alibi
Binding	Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate	2016-03-29
Format	Kindle eBook