The Conductors
The Conductors by Nicole Glover is a vibrant historical fantasy published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2021. This edition spans 422 pages and is presented in English. The narrative unfolds in the aftermath of the Civil War, following Hetty Rhodes and her husband, Benjy, who were Conductors on the Underground Railroad. Utilizing their unique skills, they transition from aiding slaves to solving mysteries and murders that often go overlooked by white authorities.
Readers will find a rich blend of magic, mystery, and historical detail as Hetty and Benjy navigate the complexities of their Philadelphia neighborhood. When an old friend is murdered, their investigation reveals a web of intrigue, lies, and secrets that challenge their understanding of those around them. The story explores themes of community and identity while incorporating elements of the paranormal and historical fiction, making it a distinctive addition to the genre.
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“A seamless blending of magic, mystery, and history . . . Glover’s worldbuilding, characters, and attention to historical detail create a delightfully genre-bending debut!” — Tananarive Due, American Book Award winner, author of Ghost Summer: Stories
From a bold new voice in speculative fiction comes a vibrant historical fantasy of magic and murder set in the aftermath of the Civil War
Hetty Rhodes and her husband, Benjy, were Conductors on the Underground Railroad, ferrying dozens of slaves to freedom with daring, cunning, and magic that draws its power from the constellations. With the war over, those skills find new purpose as they solve mysteries and murders that white authorities would otherwise ignore.
In the heart of Philadelphia’s Seventh Ward, everyone knows that when there’s a strange death or magical curses causing trouble, Hetty and Benjy are the only ones that can solve the case. But when an old friend is murdered, their investigation stirs up a wasp nest of intrigue, lies, and long-buried secrets–and a mystery unlike anything they handled before. With a clever, cold-blooded killer on the prowl testing their magic and placing their lives at risk, Hetty and Benjy will discover how little they really know about their neighbors . . . and themselves.
“An unforgettable debut . . . Wholly original and thoroughly riveting.” — Deanna Raybourn, New York Times best-selling author of A Murderous Relation
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