Fire Must Burn
Fire Must Burn by Allison Montclair, published by Severn House on January 6, 2026, is a historical mystery set in post-WWII London. This edition spans 256 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Iris Sparks and her business partner Gwen Bainbridge, owners of The Right Sort Marriage Bureau, as they navigate unexpected challenges when Iris is drawn into a secret spy mission involving an old friend.
In this engaging story, Iris, who has distanced herself from British intelligence, is reluctantly pulled back into the world of espionage to assist in uncovering the truth about Anthony Danforth, a man suspected of being a Soviet operative. As they work to manipulate him into using their marriage service, readers will find a blend of mystery and intrigue, alongside the dynamics of friendship and loyalty. The book explores themes of espionage and personal connections, making it a captivating read for fans of women sleuths and historical mysteries.
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The owners of The Right Sort Marriage Bureau are back, and more determined than ever to bring love matches to the residents of Post-WWII London . . . so something as trivial as being dragged into a spy mission isn’t going to stop them!
Sparks fly when an old friend comes to town . . .
London, 1947. After recent events have left the normally steadfast Iris Sparks thoroughly shaken, she’s looking forward to some peace. With The Right Sort doing well, she and business partner Gwen Bainbridge are due a holiday. Until Iris’s former boss enlists their help for a secret mission.
Iris, who left British intelligence after the war, is being recruited for her Cambridge connection to one Anthony Danforth. She hasn’t seen Tony in almost ten years, yet she and Gwen must manipulate him into hiring their marriage service.
Tony’s suspected of being a Soviet operative, and an undercover agent posing as his perfect match could discover the truth. Despite her reluctance at being dragged back into the world of espionage, Iris agrees. After all, Tony was once a very good friend. If he’s innocent, she’ll happily prove it. If not? Well, no one ever said being a spy was easy . . .
Those who enjoy reading Kerry Greenwood’s Phryne Fisher Mysteries and Dorothy Sayers will adore this warm and witty historical mystery!
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