The BRAND NEW gripping, atmospheric read from Louise Douglas, NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING author of The Lost Notebook

Praise for Louise Douglas:

This atmospheric Victorian mystery pulls you in from the first page right through until the cracking conclusion. A brilliant read!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Rachel Burton, author

'An evocative, gothic tale of a feisty pioneering journalist taking on both the murky underworld of Victorian Bristol and the era's restrictions on women's lives. Louise Douglas' writing envelops you in swirling mist and unseen menace.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Victoria Scott, author

'Oh my goodness, what a read - such a gripping story, wonderfully told - I honestly loved every moment... If historical and gothic are things that whet your appetite, with a substantial slice of excitement and danger, this is a book you're going to love... Most definitely one of my books of the year.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review

'Words cannot describe what I felt for this work of art that this novel is... a brilliant Victorian Era mystery... I was on the edge of my seat many times.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review

'An absolutely terrific read... I read on long after I should have been in the land of nod and couldn't wait to continue the next day. A beautiful read, well written with a great cast of characters and a firm storyline. Highly recommended and most definitely meriting all five glowing stars.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review

'A superb novel full of mystery, suspense and investigative charm... The author's writing is so atmospheric... A real page-turner... I loved it.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review

'A great murder mystery that is steeped in danger, drama, and mysticism... Descriptive and intriguing. It captivates from the beginning... Had all my favourite things. Emotions, history, drama, romance, danger... I mean, what more can a reader ask for?' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review

'A master of her craft, Louise Douglas ratchets up the tension in this haunting and exquisitely written tale of buried secrets and past tragedy.' Amanda Jennings

'Beautifully written, chillingly atmospheric and utterly compelling.' Tammy Cohen

'I love the way in which Louise creates such an atmospheric mystery, building the intrigue and suspense brick by brick.' Nicola Cornick