A Dying Note
A Dying Note by Ann Parker, published by Poisoned Pen Press in 2018, is a historical mystery set in the autumn of 1881. This edition spans 378 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Inez Stannert, who is managing a music store in San Francisco while caring for her young ward, Antonia Gizzi. When the body of a young musician is discovered, Inez finds herself drawn into a web of intrigue that threatens to reveal her dark past.
Readers will encounter a blend of mystery and historical elements as Inez navigates the complexities of the investigation alongside San Francisco detective Wolter Roeland de Bruijn. The narrative explores themes of crime and amateur sleuthing, as Inez races against time to uncover the truth behind the musician’s death. As secrets come to light, the stakes rise, culminating in a gripping conclusion that resonates with the series’ established tone. This installment continues the Silver Rush mystery series, appealing to fans of historical fiction and Western-themed mysteries.
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- Best of the West 2019 – 1st Place in Mystery by True West Magazine
- 2018 – CIPA EVVY Winner for Mystery/Crime/Detective
- 2018 – CIPA EVVY 2nd Place for Historical Fiction
In the next book in the Silver Rush mysteries, Inez Stannert struggles to solve the murder of a young musician. But in finding answers, she unwittingly opens the door to her dark past…
It’s autumn of 1881, and Inez Stannert is settled in San Francisco with her young ward, Antonia Gizzi. Inez has turned her business talents to managing a music store, working closely with a celebrated local violinist. The music notes of her new life are aligning perfectly…
Until the badly beaten body of a young musician washes up on the filthy banks of San Francisco’s Mission Creek canal. Inez and Antonia become entangled in the mystery of his death when the musician turns out to have connections that threaten to expose Inez’s notorious past. And while Inez is willing to play “madam detective” to protect herself, she isn’t the only one searching for answers. San Francisco detective Wolter Roeland de Bruijn has also been tasked with ferreting out the perpetrators and dispensing justice in its most final form.
In this thrilling addition to the Silver Rush mystery series, time grows short as Inez races to solve the murder of a young musician. But her investigation uncovers long-hidden secrets and unsettled scores. With lives and reputations on the line, the tempo rises until the investigation’s final, dying note.
The critically acclaimed and award-winning Silver Rush mystery series is:
- Perfect for fans of Rhys Bowen and Sandra Dallas
- For readers who enjoy historical fiction and Western themed mysteries
Other Titles in the Silver Rush Mysteries Series:
- Silver Lies
- Iron Ties
- Leaden Skies
- What Gold Buys
- A Dying Note
- Mortal Music
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