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Modern detective in Victorian Scotland hunts a poisoner and her way home.

The Poisoner's Ring

A Rip Through Time Novel

$47.33

  • Paperback

    368 pages

  • Release Date

    26 March 2024

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Summary

A modern-day homicide detective is working as an undertaker’s assistant in Victorian Scotland when a serial poisoner attacks the men of Edinburgh and leaves their widows under suspicion.

Edinburgh, 1869: Modern-day homicide detective Mallory Atkinson is adjusting to her new life in Victorian Scotland. Her employers know she’s not housemaid Catriona Mitchell—even though Mallory is in Catriona’s body—and Mallory is now officially an undertaker’s assistant. Dr. Duncan Gray moonlights as …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781250820051
ISBN-10:1250820057
Author:Kelley Armstrong
Publisher:St Martin's Press
Imprint:St Martin's Press
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:368
Release Date:26 March 2024
Weight:318g
Dimensions:25mm x 130mm x 201mm
Series:Rip Through Time Novels
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The Poisoner's Ring by Kelley Armstrong - ISBN: 9781250820051
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Critics Review

“Armstrong’s intriguing and atmospheric time-travel mystery will appeal to readers who enjoy historical detail.” -Library Journal (starred review)

“Armstrong fashions a satisfying narrative out of familiar parts and nails her lead’s cheeky, anachronistic narration. This is winningly silly and satisfying.” -Publishers Weekly

“An absorbing read. Highly recommended.”–Historical Novel Society

“Between the setting, the strong and likable characters, and Armstrong’s ability to create a solid mystery, this series is one that will continue to delight.”–Book Reporter

“The Poisoner’s Ring is great fun from beginning to end…Challenges her stalwart hero with obstacle after obstacle in fashioning a character of rare depth and likeability. Not to be missed!”–Book Trib

“Kelley Armstrong proves herself to be an expert storyteller, spinning an enchanting tale packed with numerous plot twists. As the story escalates, it culminates in a thrilling and unexpected climax that leaves some questions unanswered, hinting at more adventures to come.”–Mystery and Suspense

About The Author

Kelley Armstrong

KELLEY ARMSTRONG graduated with a degree in psychology and then studied computer programming. Now, she is a full-time writer and parent, and she lives with her husband and three children in rural Ontario, Canada.

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