Murder of a Recluse
by Jeanne M. Dams
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Pub Date 4 Mar 2025 | Archive Date 4 Mar 2025
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Description
Who killed the reclusive Agatha Dobbs? Newly married Elizabeth Wilkins is determined to prove Agatha’s niece’s innocence in this compelling 1920s mystery.
October, 1926. Newly married Elizabeth Wilkins is ready for whatever life throws at her and her lawyer husband, Fred. So when Fred comes home anxious about his client, Caroline Dobbs, Elizabeth can’t help getting involved. Caroline is suspected of murdering her elderly aunt Agatha at Agatha’s farm on the outskirts of Oak Park, and was seen arguing with her on the day she died by neighbour and local gossip-monger, Mrs Edwards, yet Fred seems convinced of Caroline’s innocence.
Elizabeth joins the influential local Nineteenth Century Woman’s Club as she attempts to find out more about the reclusive Agatha Dobbs, and soon uncovers astonishing secrets. Can she unravel the mystery in time to save Caroline from a terrible fate?
A page-turning and warm-hearted 1920s mystery featuring a strong-willed and courageous heroine, perfect for fans of Frances Brody and Victoria Thompson.
Advance Praise
“An adventurous tale.” - Kirkus Reviews on Music and Murder
“A heroine with plenty of scope for changing her life, which plays out against a fascinating time period.” - Kirkus Reviews on Murder in the Park
“A tenacious heroine [and] an involving plot that reveals the deep prejudices and divisions in 1920s society - Booklist on Murder in the ParkA tenacious heroine [and] an involving plot that reveals the deep prejudices and divisions in 1920s society.” - Booklist on Murder in the Park
“Fans who want . . . [an] old-fashioned story will find Dams’s latest appealing.” - Library Journal on Murder in the Park
“Dams really is a fine character builder . . . Thoroughly engaging, with plenty of twists and a solid dark streak running through it.” - Booklist on The Bath Conspiracy
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9781448314775 |
| PRICE | £21.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 208 |
