A Ghastly Catastrophe
$58.67
- Hardcover
336 pages
- Release Date
24 March 2026
Summary
Veronica and Stoker are practically dying for a new adventure, but when their wish is granted, they find themselves up against a secret society and a darkly seductive duo in this landmark historical mystery from beloved New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award-nominated author Deanna Raybourn.
When the corpse of an entitled young man is found entirely drained of blood in a carriage next to Highgate Cemetery, Veronica’s interest is piqued. And then a second victim is found, his death…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593815731 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0593815734 |
| Author: | Deanna Raybourn |
| Publisher: | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Imprint: | Berkley Publishing Corporation,U.S. |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 336 |
| Release Date: | 24 March 2026 |
| Weight: | 482g |
| Dimensions: | 36mm x 237mm x 162mm |
| Series: | A Veronica Speedwell Mystery |
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Praise for A Ghastly Catastrophe
“With its 10th entry (after 2024’s A Grave Robbery), Raybourn’s series continues to delight with its mix of historical elements, twisty mystery, and delicious byplay between the two main characters. Highly recommended for readers of Sherry Thomas’s “Lady Sherlock” series or Andrea Penrose’s Wrexford & Sloane mysteries.”—Library Journal, STARRED Review
Praise for the Veronica Speedwell Mysteries
“A ruthlessly intelligent heroine….You’ll be eagerly awaiting the next book in the series.“—NPR
“I love this series! Veronica Speedwell is utterly unique….The plots are clever and fast-paced.“—New York Times bestselling author Amanda Quick
“Lively and adventurous….Positively excellent.“—Booklist (starred review)
“Veronica Speedwell is sure to join the greats of mystery fiction.“—Alan Bradley, New York Times bestselling author of the Flavia de Luce series
”…excellent and intelligent fun.“—Smart Bitches, Trashy Books
“Wickedly clever and devilishly amusing… . Veronica Speedwell is a joy.“—Susan Elia MacNeal, New York Times bestselling author of the Maggie Hope series
“Raybourn is the queen of Victorian mysteries.“—CultureFly (UK site)
About The Author
Deanna Raybourn
Deanna Raybourn is the New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award-nominated author of the Veronica Speedwell Mysteries, the Lady Julia Grey series, and several stand-alone novels, including KILLERS OF A CERTAIN AGE and KILLS WELL WITH OTHERS. She lives in Virginia with her family.
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