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Silent in The Graveby Raybourn, Deanna
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Book DescriptionNew York: Mira, 2007. First Edition. Hard Cover. New/New. 1st print signed and dated ("1-9-07") on title page. author's first novel, historical mystery set in Victorian London. promotional postcard laid in. in mylar dj protector. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book summaryDeanna Rayburn’s SILENT IN THE GRAVE was the recipient of the 2008 Romance Writers of America RITA Award for Best Novel with Strong Romantic Elements. A historical novel set among London’s high society, it is a sharp and engaging murder mystery. After receiving an ominous and anonymous message, Sir Nicholas Grey dies quite suddenly. While at first believed to be a death from natural causes, his wife Julia is soon approached by Nicholas Brisbane, a man who believes there was foul play involved. Together, Brisbane and Julia try to unravel the clues, and go on a dangerous hunt for the man who took her husband’s life.Media Reviews"Fans of British historical thrillers will welcome Raybourn's perfectly executed debut." (Starred review.) "[A] lighthearted pastiche of a Victorian murder mystery....Smart and stylish: Bring on the sequel." (starred review) Publisher NotesA British aristocrat with an eccentric family and a husband she does not love, Lady Julia Grey is stunned by the sudden death of her husband and enlists the help of private sleuth Nicholas Brisbane to unravel the mystery of his death and the threats that he had been receiving, all the while taking on an unconventional role in London society. Synopses"These ominous words, slashed from the pages of a book of Psalms, are the last threat that the darling of London society, Sir Edward Grey, receives from his killer. Before he can show them to Nicholas Brisbane, the private inquiry agent he has retained for his protection, Sir Edward collapses and dies at his London home, in the presence of his wife, Julia, and a roomful of dinner guests. Prepared to accept that Edward's death was due to a long-standing physical infirmity, Julia is outraged when Brisbane visits and suggests that Sir Edward has been murdered. It is a reaction she comes to regret when she discovers the damning paper for herself, and realizes the truth"--Book description. Other Recommended Books
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