A Woman Unknown
A Woman Unknown by Frances Brody, published by Macmillan on February 10, 2015, is a 384-page work written in English. This novel intricately weaves a narrative set in a nostalgic post-WWI English country, focusing on the investigations of amateur sleuth Kate Shackleton. The story revolves around Deirdre Fitzpatrick, who is under scrutiny from her husband regarding her whereabouts, and the mysterious death of banker Everett Runcie, which complicates her case further.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and historical elements as Kate Shackleton delves into the complexities of both personal and criminal investigations. The plot features themes of deception and the pursuit of truth, with characters navigating their own dilemmas amidst a backdrop of societal expectations in 1920s England. This edition offers a traditional cozy mystery experience, appealing to those interested in literary fiction and detective narratives.
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A Library Journal Best Book of 2014
A winning combination of both intricate plotting and nostalgic post-WWI English country setting, Frances Brody’s A Woman Unknown will appeal to fans of both classic murder mysteries in the vein of Agatha Christie as well as readers of historical mystery series set in 1920s England, two popular subgenres.
The Woman Unknown: Deirdre Fitzpatrick is married to a man who wants to know where she really goes when supposedly taking care of her sick mother and calls on the expertise of Kate Shackleton, amateur sleuth extraordinaire to investigate.
The Gentleman: Everett Runcie is a banker facing ruin and disgrace. His American heiress wife will no longer pay for his mistakes, or tolerate his infidelity, and is seeking a divorce.
The Murder: When a chambermaid enters Runcie’s hotel room, she is shocked to find that he is alone – and dead! Suddenly Kate is thrown into the depths of an altogether more sinister investigation. Can she uncover the truth of her most complex, and personal, case to date?
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