Man in the Shadows (World’s End Bureau Mystery)

London, August 1881. Private investigators Lily Raynor and Felix Wilbraham have cause to celebrate: business is thriving. Lily privately wishes for a case that doesn't involve the tangled love affairs of the upper classes - but soon regrets it when two puzzling, seemingly impossible cases arrive: a missing Jewish child, and a horrible murder ...

Reviews

Clare provides an intriguing look at English life in the nineteenth century, buoyed by an engaging plot and two richly developed leads * Booklist *
Industrial London and rural Kent provide the Victorian backgrounds for two fascinating stories of love, hate, and madness * Kirkus Reviews *
Fine reading for fans of English historical mysteries * Booklist *
Anne Perry fans will want to check this out * Publishers Weekly on The Outcast Girls *
Mystery and social commentary combine in a heartbreaking and sadly relevant tale * Kirkus Reviews on The Outcast Girls *
Impressive . . . the solid plotting, colorful Victorian settings, and fun detective duo bode well for future instalments * Publishers Weekly on The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits *
Engaging, dark, atmospheric, and, at times, quite charming and humorous . . . A fine choice for all mystery collections * Booklist on The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits *
The author's writing style, likable characters, and intriguing plot will draw in readers . . . Recommended for historical and traditional mystery lovers * Library Journal on The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits *
Marvelous * Kirkus Reviews on The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits *