London Calling
London Calling by Sara Sheridan, published by Kensington Books on March 28, 2017, is a historical mystery that follows former Secret Service employee Mirabelle Bevan as she navigates the aftermath of World War II in the coastal town of Brighton. Drawn to danger and justice, Mirabelle becomes embroiled in the case of Rose Bellamy Gore, an eighteen-year-old debutante who mysteriously disappears after being seen with a saxophone player named Lindon Claremont. When Lindon seeks Mirabelle’s help, she advises him to cooperate with the authorities, leading her and her friend Vesta Churchill to London in pursuit of the truth.
In their quest, Mirabelle and Vesta delve into the smoky jazz clubs of London, uncovering a sinister underworld where danger lurks at every turn. As they search for clues to Rose’s disappearance, Mirabelle must rely on her espionage skills to navigate the complexities of the case. This edition, comprising 256 pages, presents a blend of mystery and historical intrigue, featuring themes of international crime and women sleuths, while immersing readers in the vibrant yet perilous atmosphere of early 1950s England.
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In the years following World War II, former Secret Service employee Mirabelle Bevan has found a refuge in the quiet coastal town of Brighton. But she can’t seem to resist an attraction to danger and a thirst for justice . . .
1952: Eighteen-year-old debutante Rose Bellamy Gore was last seen outside a Soho jazz club in the company of a saxophone player named Lindon Claremont. Now her mysterious disappearance is front-page news in the London tabloids.
When Lindon turns up the next day in Brighton, desperately seeking help, Mirabelle counsels him to cooperate with the authorities. After the local police take the musician into custody and ship him off to Scotland Yard, Mirabelle and her best friend, Vesta Churchill, hop a train to London in search of the truth.
As they scour smoky jazz clubs searching for clues to the deb’s disappearance, they descend into a sinister underworld where the price of admission can be one’s life. Mirabelle will need to draw on her espionage skills to improvise her way out of a disappearing act of her own . . .
Praise for the first Mirabelle Bevan mystery, Brighton Belle
“Beneath that prim exterior lies a fearless, fly-by-the-seat-of-her-pants kind of gal. One part Nancy Drew, two parts Jessica Fletcher, Mirabelle has a dogged tenacity to rival Poirot.” —Sunday Herald
“Unfailingly stylish, undeniably smart.” —Daily Record
“I was gripped from start to finish.” —Newbooks
“Fresh, exciting, and darkly plotted, this sharp historical mystery plunges the reader into a shadowy and forgotten past.” —Good Book Guide
“Early 1950s England is effectively portrayed in this intriguing mystery story . . . An excellent read for the beach or a long flight.” —Historical Novel Review
“After many twists and turns, she finally unravels the mystery in an entertaining romp pitting her wits against underworld characters and scheming impostors.” —Bookseller
“An entertaining mystery read–light, intriguing and ideal for a weekend escape. Bits of history enhance the plot without overwhelming it, and a handful of unexpected twists keep the reader guessing.” —RT Book Reviews
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