Mortal Arts
Mortal Arts by Anna Lee Huber is a historical mystery published by Penguin on September 3, 2013. This Berkley Prime Crime trade paperback edition spans 384 pages and is written in English. The story follows Lady Kiera Darby, who finds herself entangled in intrigue once more as she travels to Edinburgh with her family. While there, she faces societal judgment, navigates her complex relationship with fellow investigator Sebastian Gage, and confronts a new deadly mystery.
In this installment, Kiera’s journey is complicated by the return of her childhood art tutor, William, who has recently escaped an asylum. As rumors of a missing local girl circulate, Kiera must utilize her knowledge of the macabre to uncover the truth. The narrative weaves together elements of mystery, romance, and historical context, showcasing Kiera’s determination to prove the innocence of a family friend while also addressing the challenges posed by her past. Readers will find a blend of suspense and character-driven storytelling as Kiera and Gage work together to resolve the chaos surrounding them.
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From the national bestselling author of The Anatonmist’s Wife comes the second historical mystery featuring enigmatic sleuth Lady Kiera Darby.
Scotland, 1830. Lady Kiera Darby is no stranger to intrigue—in fact, it seems to follow wherever she goes. After her foray into murder investigation, Kiera must journey to Edinburgh with her family so that her pregnant sister can be close to proper medical care. But the city is full of many things Kiera isn’t quite ready to face: the society ladies keen on judging her, her fellow investigator—and romantic entanglement—Sebastian Gage, and ultimately, another deadly mystery.
Kiera’s old friend Michael Dalmay is about to be married, but the arrival of his older brother—and Kiera’s childhood art tutor—William, has thrown everything into chaos. For ten years Will has been missing, committed to an insane asylum by his own father. Kiera is sympathetic to her mentor’s plight, especially when rumors swirl about a local girl gone missing. Now Kiera must once again employ her knowledge of the macabre and join forces with Gage in order to prove the innocence of a beloved family friend—and save the marriage of another…
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