City of Secrets by Victoria Thompson - ISBN: 9780451491626
Paperback
High society’s secrets hide murder, deceit, and a woman’s fight for justice.

City of Secrets

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  • Paperback

    320 pages

  • Release Date

    24 September 2019

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Summary

The latest book in the exciting series featuring woman-on-the-run Elizabeth Miles—from the beloved national bestselling author of the Gaslight Mysteries.

Elizabeth Miles knows that honesty is not always the best policy when it comes to finding justice.

Elizabeth has discovered that navigating the rules of high society is the biggest con of all. So far, her only success is Priscilla Knight, a dedicated young suffragist recently widowed for the second time. Her beloved first hus…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780451491626
ISBN-10:0451491629
Author:Victoria Thompson
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:Berkley Publishing Corporation,U.S.
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:320
Release Date:24 September 2019
Weight:158g
Dimensions:171mm x 106mm
Series:Counterfeit Lady
What They're Saying

Critics Review

More Praise for City of Lies, the first Counterfeit Lady Mystery:

“A new, compelling and very different heroine.”—New York Times bestselling author Rhys Bowen

“Don’t miss this exciting story of intrigue, deception, and love.”—Catherine Coulter

“With vivid character mannerisms, heavy historical influence and just the right amount of romance, Thompson has created an extraordinary foundation for a series.“—RT Book Review

“[A] winning series launch…sprightly romance, clever dialogue, and authentic historical details are a plus.”—Publisher’s Weekly

“Fast paced and intriguing.”–Nancy Herriman, author of the A Mystery of Old San Francisco series

“Strong, smart and savvy, this counterfeit lady is a grifter with a heart of gold, and I look forward to her next adventure!”–Ashley Weaver, author of the Amory Ames Mysteries

Praise for the Edgar® and Agatha award-nominated Gaslight Mysteries

“Tantalizing.”–Catherine Coulter, #1 New York Times bestselling author

”[Thompson’s] Gaslight series is a consistent winner.“–Booklist

“Victoria Thompson shines…Anne Perry and Caleb Carr fans, rejoice!”–Tamar Myers, national bestselling author of the Pennsylvania Dutch Mysteries

“A fascinating window into a bygone era.”–Kirkus Reviews

“Gangs of New York, eat your heart out–this book is the real thing.”–Mystery Scene

“Enthralling…Fascinating characters with a story to tell.”–Fresh Fiction

About The Author

Victoria Thompson

Victoria Thompson is the Edgar and Agatha award-nominated author of City of Lies, as well as the Gaslight Mysteries, including Murder on Trinity Place, Murder on Union Square, and Murder in the Bowery. She is also the author of numerous historical novels.

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