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- ISBN 9781036709105
- Dimensions: 129 x 198mm
- Publication Date: 26 Feb 2026
- Publisher: Vinci Books
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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A haunting case. A deadly alliance. A fatal countdown.
With Aurora in hiding, Frank Podmore missing, and old foe Felix Crossley on the prowl, Lawrence and Violet’s tranquil retirement is shattered. When tragedy strikes in Malvern, Lawrence’s path crosses with Arthur Conan Doyle, who challenges him to unravel a chilling mystery from the past: uncover the truth behind years of anonymous letters and the wrongful conviction of George Edalji.
As their investigation deepens, danger hits close to home. When their landlady is poisoned and Lawrence narrowly escapes a lethal attack, it becomes clear they’re on the verge of exposing secrets someone is willing to kill to protect.
Meanwhile, Crossley’s shadow looms ever closer, forcing Lawrence to face a grim reality—escape may no longer be an option.
A gripping tale of intrigue, peril, and the relentless pursuit of justice that will keep readers guessing until the final page.
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Praise for the Lawrence Harpham Series:
★★★★★ This book was a page-turner. I found I did not want to put it down till the mystery was solved.
★★★★★ A book full of mystery and intrigue.
★★★★★ …gripping mystery with some very evil turns of events.
★★★★★ …clever and entertaining…
★★★★★ Vivid and captivating dual timeline detective story.
★★★★★ Another wonderfully crafted story in the Lawrence Harpham series.
★★★★★ Couldn't wait to read this mystery.
Jacqueline Beard is a writer and genealogist living in Gloucestershire, with an East Anglian ancestry going back to the 1500s. She writes Victorian murder mysteries and is currently working on books in the Lawrence Harpham and the Constance Maxwell mystery series. Jacqueline’s books are a rare mix of true crime and fiction inspired by old newspaper reports. When Jacqueline is not writing or researching “dead people,” as her husband so charmingly puts it, she is walking in the glorious Cotswolds with her dog. Jacqueline enjoys technology and spends far too much time on her computer. She dislikes flying, dentists and balloons – especially red ones. Find out more on her website https://jacquelinebeardwriter.com/ or cringe at her embarrassing efforts on Tiktok @jacquib333
