Death at the Fair
“Death at the Fair” by Frances McNamara is a historical mystery set against the backdrop of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. Published by Rudiyat Press on January 17, 2022, this edition spans 234 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Emily Cabot, one of the first women graduate students at the University of Chicago, as she navigates the challenges of her new field of sociology while investigating the murder accusation against her colleague, Dr. Stephen Chapman.
Readers will find a richly detailed narrative that immerses them in turn-of-the-century Chicago, filled with elements of horror and intrigue. As Emily delves deeper into the case, she encounters a web of corruption involving thieves, politicians, and gamblers. Her quest for truth is further complicated by a historical lynching connected to the victim, prompting her to seek help from the black activist Ida B. Wells. This novel intertwines historical facts with a compelling mystery, appealing to both fans of the genre and those interested in the era’s social dynamics.
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The 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition provides a vibrant backdrop for this exciting new mystery. Emily Cabot is one of the first women graduate students at the University of Chicago, eager to prove herself in the new field of sociology. While she is busy exploring the Exposition with her family and friends, her colleague, Dr. Stephen Chapman, is accused of murder. Emily sets out to search for the truth behind the crime, but is thwarted by the thieves, corrupt politicians, and gamblers who are ever-present in Chicago. A lynching that occurred in the dead man’s past leads Emily to seek the assistance of the black activist Ida B. Wells. Rich with historical details that bring turn-of-the-century Chicago to life, this novel will appeal equally to history buffs and mystery fans. Reissue of Allium Press edition
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