Summary
Based loosely on the true case of the Burke and Hare murders, this is the story of a man who terrorized the streets of Edinburgh… and the woman determined to stop him at any cost.
Walk carefully, lest you become a part of Dr. Burnett’s collection…
- Isobel Tait finds herself, by chance, staring at a tiny human heart floating in a jar. It should be of little consequence; Dr. Burnett is renowned for his collection of oddities and medical specimens, and this, a juvenile heart…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781728294902 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1728294908 |
| Author: | Jaima Fixsen |
| Publisher: | Sourcebooks, Inc |
| Imprint: | Poisoned Pen Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 360 |
| Release Date: | 7 January 2025 |
| Dimensions: | 210mm x 140mm |
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“The Specimen offers a fascinating glimpse into the shadowy world of 19th century medicine, full of historical detail. A vivid and atmospheric read!” – Ritu Mukerji, author of Murder by Degrees
“Fixsen’s ghost story is the most haunting of all: a tale of the real-life evil that shapes our world and the heroines who dare name these men monsters. With a meticulous hand, Fixsen conjures Edinburgh and its history of music, immigration, murder, ghosts, and above all, love.” – J.R. Dawson, author of The First Bright Thing
“Part gothic horror, part detective tale, Fixsen’s smart narrative peels back the surface of respectable doctors seeking knowledge from anatomical studies to reveal an underbelly of theft, murder and questionable medical collections, sending the reader along the path of the woman at its center, Isobel Tait, who determined to reveal the truth and seek vengeance, both for herself and for the innocent victims… A compelling gem of a novel!” – Amiee Gibbs, author of The Carnivale of Curiosities
“The Specimen unfolds a haunting tale of secrets, sacrifice, and obsession. This is a brilliant story that delves into the darkest corners of the human soul, where the quest for knowledge collides with the primal instinct to protect what matters most.” – Kim Taylor Blakemore, author of After Alice Fell and The Companion
“The Specimen is a dark delight! Jaima Fixsen has crafted a dynamic cast of characters with real heart and set them against a riveting backdrop of science, witchcraft, and scandal. I couldn’t put this book down!” – Emily Ruth Verona, author of Midnight on Beacon Street
“The Specimen is a fantastic read! Tense, gripping and full of fabulous characters you grow to love or hate! I devoured it in two sittings.” – Gareth Brown, bestselling author of The Book of Doors
“Propulsive and lush, Fixsen weaves an exquisitely gothic tale that explores the power of a mother’s love to transcend all things, even the grave. From the first to the very last page, this novel kept me riveted, needing to know that Isobel would prevail against all odds. Fans of Hester Fox and Paulette Kennedy will adore this one.” – Jess Armstrong, the USA Today bestselling author of The Curse of Penryth Hall
About The Author
Jaima Fixsen
Jaima Fixsen is half of the USA Today bestselling author duo Audrey Blake. She lives in Alberta, Canada.
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