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The Dorset Street Murders

(2024)
(The second book in the Lily Pond series)
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LONDON 1890In the gas-lit streets of Victorian London, where shadows hold secrets and the echoes of poverty resonate, "The Dorset Street Murders" weaves a captivating tale of mystery, suspense, and cozy crime fiction. Step into the world of the relentless private detective, Lily Pond, aka Edwin Smith, and her street-smart partner, Bessie Clacket, as they navigate the treacherous alleyways of Dorset Street.

As the fog thickens and a cryptic message sets the stage, Lily and Bessie plunge into the heart of darkness. A young man, a stranger with no ties to the notorious neighborhood, lies lifeless, kickstarting a thrilling investigation that stretches far beyond the cobblestone streets.

In the underbelly of Dorset Street, desperation and poverty become the canvas on which Lily and Bessie paint their crime fiction masterpiece. Each step closer to the truth reveals a labyrinth of deceit, where suspects and shadows intertwine, cloaking the secrets of the victims. Why were they there?

Time, the ever-present adversary, adds a layer of suspense to this cozy mystery thriller. The detectives race against the ticking clock to unveil a sinister plot that threatens to cast a long shadow over London.

In the final showdown, Lily and Bessie, the dynamic duo of Victorian crime fiction, confront the darkness within Dorset Street. Their investigation brings not only closure to the enigmatic murders, but also illuminates the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

"The Dorset Street Murders" is more than a crime fiction—it's a cozy mystery thriller that invites readers to lose themselves in a world where shadows dissipate, and the unyielding spirit of its protagonists leaves them on the edge of their seats until the very last page.

Genre: Cozy Mystery

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