Overview

A killer is loose on the streets of London and he has set his sights on private investigators Lily Raynor and Felix Wilbraham in this gripping World's End Bureau historical mystery from critically acclaimed author Alys Clare. London, Autumn 1882. When the World's End Investigation Bureau receives an anxious visit from a trio of elderly siblings, Lily Raynor and Felix Wilbraham realise that Alethea, Thomas and Frances Fetterplace are keeping back the heart of the matter. Ancient bones have been uncovered in their garden, and they believe they know whose they are. But so, it appears, does someone else. A visit to the secretive old Fetterplace house tucked away behind Tower Hill proves frustrating, for the distressed siblings will not permit an inspection of what lies in their rose bed. Overcoming his own and Lily's strange reluctance, Felix returns by night . . . and discovers that the Fetterplace siblings have good reason for their fear. Unconscious and gravely injured, Felix is brought back to Lily's door by concerned strangers. Fully occupied with trying to save his life, Lily begins to wonder who attacked him, and what convinced this brutal assailant that he must die. Who is buried in the makeshift grave? Did Felix discover something sinister alongside the bones? Whatever it was, it must be dangerous indeed if keeping it secret requires taking a life . . . ""A powerful, creepy mystery steeped in history"" (Kirkus Reviews). Fans of Anne Perry, Will Thomas and Deanna Raybourn shouldn't miss this series!

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Perfect for fans of gothic thrillers and historical mysteries * <b>Booklist Starred Review</b> * A powerful, creepy mystery steeped in history * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> * Heart-palpitating suspense, coupled with a twist-filled story, appealing characters, excellent writing, and vivid descriptions of the French people and countryside, make this a thoroughly enjoyable read * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>The Stranger in the Asylum</b> * A page-turning mystery with a well-hidden motive and a surprising number of twists * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>The Stranger in the Asylum</b> * Clare provides an intriguing look at English life in the nineteenth century, buoyed by an engaging plot and two richly developed leads. Fine reading for fans of English historical mysteries * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>The Man in the Shadows</b> * Industrial London and rural Kent provide the Victorian backgrounds for two fascinating stories of love, hate, and madness * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>The Man in the Shadows</b> * Anne Perry fans will want to check this out * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>The Outcast Girls</b> * Mystery and social commentary combine in a heartbreaking and sadly relevant tale * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>The Outcast Girls</b> * Impressive . . . the solid plotting, colorful Victorian settings, and fun detective duo bode well for future instalments * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits</b> * Engaging, dark, atmospheric, and, at times, quite charming and humorous . . . A fine choice for all mystery collections * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits</b> *

Author Information

Alys Clare lives in the English countryside where her novels are set. She went to school in Tonbridge and later studied archaeology at the University of Kent. She is the author of the Aelf Fen, Hawkenlye, World's End Bureau and Gabriel Taverner historical mystery series.

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