Among the Mad
Among the Mad by Jacqueline Winspear, published by John Murray in 2010, is a historical mystery set during Christmas Eve in 1931. The narrative follows Maisie Dobbs, a private investigator, who witnesses a man commit suicide on a busy London street. The next day, she finds herself embroiled in a threatening case when the prime minister’s office receives a letter demanding action, mentioning her by name. After being cleared by Detective Chief Superintendent Robert MacFarlane, Maisie takes on a role as a special adviser, navigating a complex investigation that intertwines her past experiences as a nurse.
Readers will find that the story delves into themes of loss and resilience, as Maisie’s trusted assistant, Billy Beale, faces his own personal tragedy. The plot unfolds with a sense of urgency as Maisie races against time to prevent potential devastation. This edition spans 339 pages and is presented in English, offering a rich exploration of the mystery genre through the lens of historical events and the challenges faced by women sleuths.
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“It’s Christmas Eve 1931. On the way to see a client, Maisie Dobbs witnesses a man commit suicide on a busy London street. The following day, the prime minister’s office receives a letter threatening a massive loss of life if certain demands are not met – and the writer mentions Maisie by name. After being questioned and cleared by Detective Chief Superintendent Robert MacFarlane of Scotland Yard’s elite Special Branch, she is drawn into MacFarlane’s personal fiefdom as a special adviser on the case. Meanwhile, Billy Beale, Maisie’s trusted assistant, is once again facing tragedy as his wife, who has never recovered from the death of their young daughter, slips further into melancholia’s abyss. Soon Maisie becomes involved in a race against time to find a man who proves he has the knowledge and will to inflict death and destruction on thousands of innocent people. And before this harrowing case is over, Maisie must navigate a darkness not encountered since she was a nurse in wards filled with shell-shocked men.”– Book cover.
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