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Discover 'An Extravagant Death,' the latest mystery novel by Charles Finch that transports you to the Gilded Age, a pivotal time in both American and British history. This captivating tale features Charles Lenox, the renowned gentleman detective, who journeys from London to New York to unravel the enigma behind the tragic demise of a stunning socialite. With a gripping plot that blends intricate murder investigation and rich societal intrigue, this installment promises to be a highlight of the Charles Lenox series.
Set against a backdrop of opulence, the novel brings to life the striking contrast between the old-money elite and the ruthless new wealth of America’s industrial revolution. As Lenox navigates the challenging waters of diplomacy at the behest of Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, readers will be enthralled by his keen observations and astute deductions. Was the beautiful debutante’s death a tragic accident or a carefully crafted murder? The suspense is palpable as Lenox races against time, gathering clues amid a web of elegant soirées and dark secrets.
This BRAND NEW hardcover edition, published by Tor Books in 2021, spans 288 pages and is a must-have for fans of historical mysteries and character-driven narratives. Don’t miss the chance to add this extraordinary novel to your collection.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250767134
Year: 2021
Publisher: Tor Books
Pages: 288
Description:
In what promises to be a breakout in Charles Finch's bestselling series, Charles Lenox travels to the New York and Newport of the dawning Gilded Age to investigate the death of a beautiful socialite.
London, 1878. With faith in Scotland Yard shattered after a damning corruption investigation, Charles Lenox's detective agency is rapidly expanding. The gentleman sleuth has all the work he can handle, two children, and an intriguing new murder case.
But when Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli offers him the opportunity to undertake a diplomatic mission for the Queen, Lenox welcomes the chance to satisfy an unfulfilled yearning: to travel to America. Arriving in New York, he begins to receive introductions into both its old Knickerbocker society and its new robber baron splendor. Then, a shock: the death of the season's most beautiful debutante, who appears to have thrown herself from a cliff. Or was it a suicide? Lenox’s reputation has preceded him to the States, and he is summoned to a magnificent Newport mansion to investigate the mysterious death. What ensues is a fiendish game of cat and mouse.
Witty, complex, and tender, An Extravagant Death is Charles Finch's triumphant return to the main storyline of his beloved Charles Lenox series—a devilish mystery, a social drama, and an unforgettable first trip for an Englishman coming to America.
Set against a backdrop of opulence, the novel brings to life the striking contrast between the old-money elite and the ruthless new wealth of America’s industrial revolution. As Lenox navigates the challenging waters of diplomacy at the behest of Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, readers will be enthralled by his keen observations and astute deductions. Was the beautiful debutante’s death a tragic accident or a carefully crafted murder? The suspense is palpable as Lenox races against time, gathering clues amid a web of elegant soirées and dark secrets.
This BRAND NEW hardcover edition, published by Tor Books in 2021, spans 288 pages and is a must-have for fans of historical mysteries and character-driven narratives. Don’t miss the chance to add this extraordinary novel to your collection.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250767134
Year: 2021
Publisher: Tor Books
Pages: 288
Description:
In what promises to be a breakout in Charles Finch's bestselling series, Charles Lenox travels to the New York and Newport of the dawning Gilded Age to investigate the death of a beautiful socialite.
London, 1878. With faith in Scotland Yard shattered after a damning corruption investigation, Charles Lenox's detective agency is rapidly expanding. The gentleman sleuth has all the work he can handle, two children, and an intriguing new murder case.
But when Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli offers him the opportunity to undertake a diplomatic mission for the Queen, Lenox welcomes the chance to satisfy an unfulfilled yearning: to travel to America. Arriving in New York, he begins to receive introductions into both its old Knickerbocker society and its new robber baron splendor. Then, a shock: the death of the season's most beautiful debutante, who appears to have thrown herself from a cliff. Or was it a suicide? Lenox’s reputation has preceded him to the States, and he is summoned to a magnificent Newport mansion to investigate the mysterious death. What ensues is a fiendish game of cat and mouse.
Witty, complex, and tender, An Extravagant Death is Charles Finch's triumphant return to the main storyline of his beloved Charles Lenox series—a devilish mystery, a social drama, and an unforgettable first trip for an Englishman coming to America.