The Maid's Secret: A compelling historical murder mystery (A Penny Green Victorian Mystery)

Cyanide in the champagne. A family with deadly intentions... Can an undercover reporter reveal the truth before it’s too late? London, 1884. When reporter Penny Green is tasked with going undercover as a maid to spy on a Victorian industrialist in his South Kensington home, she expects intrigue. But she never imagined murder. When a young woman is found dead at her own birthday party, poisoned by cyanide in her champagne, Penny realises she’s stumbled into something far more sinister than family squabbles. With the help of Inspector James Blakely, Penny unravels a tangled web of secrets. But events escalate with a second suspicious death. Can Penny solve the mystery before her cover is blown? Or will her disguise as a humble maid be her undoing in this house of secrets? A gripping Victorian mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. The Maid's Secret is the next thrilling instalment in the bestselling Penny Green series. Readers love The Maid’s Secret and the Penny Green series: ‘By far my favorite of the series. I loved every single page of this book. It was truly a delight. I am already looking forward to the next one!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I think I've found my new favorite author… kept me guessing "whodunit" until the very end. I have been reading British mysteries for the past couple of years and no other author has had me reading every spare second of the day.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A Victorian Delight!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you like Agatha Christie books you are going to like this one.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I have read all of this series of books. They are marvellous. I can hardly wait for the next one.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is an excellent series! Great character development… Very atmospheric.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Couldn’t put it down. You never knew who did it till the end... a must read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautifully told tale. I really like Emily Organ’s writing. She has a lovely way with words and the historical setting is most evocative… this is my third book and I am on to the rest in the series. Highly recommended.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Totally enthralled! Love this series.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
ASIN: 1805088599
VSKU: DBV.1805088599.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:Organ, Emily
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: This copy has clearly been enjoyed—expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.