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Explore the gripping tale of 'Daughters of Night', a riveting historical thriller set in Georgian London. This trade paperback edition, published by Pan Macmillan UK, unveils a darker side of the city's elite through the story of Caroline Corsham, a determined woman fighting for justice amidst societal constraints. This meticulously crafted novel plunges readers into a world where the glitz of Mayfair collides with the shadows of Covent Garden's brothels and gin-shops. Caroline's journey begins when she stumbles upon a murdered woman, a high-priced prostitute whom the authorities quickly dismiss. Driven by personal motives and a burning desire to see the truth unveiled, Caro engages the services of the resourceful thieftaker, Peregrine Child. Together, they navigate the perilous underbelly of Georgian society filled with secrets, deception, and poignant revelations. As readers immerse themselves in this 592-page narrative, they'll appreciate the rich historical context and character depth brought forth by Laura Shepherd-Robinson. 'Daughters of Night' is not just a novel, but an exploration of the tenacity and influence of women in a male-dominated world. Each page offers a thrilling escapade wrapped in suspense, perfect for fans of historical mysteries and crime novels. 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: 9781509880836. Format: Trade paperback (UK). Year: 2021. Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK. Pages: 592.
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: 9781509880836
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Pages: 592
Description:
From the brothels and gin-shops of Covent Garden to the elegant townhouses of Mayfair, Laura Shepherd-Robinson’s Daughters of Night follows Caroline Corsham as she seeks justice for a murdered woman whom London society would rather forget . . .
Lucia’s fingers found her own. She gazed at Caro as if from a distance. Her lips parted, her words a whisper: â€He knows.’
London, 1782. Desperate for her politician husband to return home from France, Caroline â€Caro’ Corsham is already in a state of anxiety when she finds a well-dressed woman mortally wounded in the bowers of the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens. The Bow Street constables are swift to act, until they discover that the deceased woman was a highly paid prostitute, at which point they cease to care entirely. But Caro has motives of her own for wanting to see justice done, and so sets out to solve the crime herself. Enlisting the help of thieftaker Peregrine Child, their inquiry delves into the hidden corners of Georgian society, a world of artifice, deception and secret lives.
But with many gentlemen refusing to speak about their dealings with the dead woman, and Caro’s own reputation under threat, finding the killer will be harder, and more treacherous, than she can know . . .
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: 9781509880836
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Pages: 592
Description:
From the brothels and gin-shops of Covent Garden to the elegant townhouses of Mayfair, Laura Shepherd-Robinson’s Daughters of Night follows Caroline Corsham as she seeks justice for a murdered woman whom London society would rather forget . . .
Lucia’s fingers found her own. She gazed at Caro as if from a distance. Her lips parted, her words a whisper: â€He knows.’
London, 1782. Desperate for her politician husband to return home from France, Caroline â€Caro’ Corsham is already in a state of anxiety when she finds a well-dressed woman mortally wounded in the bowers of the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens. The Bow Street constables are swift to act, until they discover that the deceased woman was a highly paid prostitute, at which point they cease to care entirely. But Caro has motives of her own for wanting to see justice done, and so sets out to solve the crime herself. Enlisting the help of thieftaker Peregrine Child, their inquiry delves into the hidden corners of Georgian society, a world of artifice, deception and secret lives.
But with many gentlemen refusing to speak about their dealings with the dead woman, and Caro’s own reputation under threat, finding the killer will be harder, and more treacherous, than she can know . . .