Patrice McDonough
Coming February 23, 2027
Victorian England is a dangerous world, even for women of privilege.
Dr. Julia Lewis and Inspector Richard Tennant investigate the disappearance of Lady Elinor Wyvern, a diplomat’s wife. Someone has killed twice to hide the tangled, terrifying plot behind her vanishing, a villain who is prepared to do so again.
PRAISE FOR THE DR. JULIA LEWIS MYSTERIES:
"VERDICT: Historical fiction fans will delight in this moody Victorian mystery that will transport them back in time." LIBRARY JOURNAL
"These books are the total package, with an evocative setting, tight plot, and two winning and intriguing central characters strong enough to support a long- running series. Book three really cannot come soon enough." Robin Agnew, AUNT AGATHA'S REVIEWS
"McDonough skillfully weaves together multiple plot lines . . . the darker questions lend the story depth, as do the timeless human elements of love, power, corruption, and ambition.” CRIME FICTION REVIEW
“Patrice McDonough weaves the disparate elements together elegantly . . . An excellent sophomore mystery—I’m looking forward to the third.” Janet Webb, CRIMINAL ELEMENT
“The world of Victorian art is richly depicted in this rigorously researched novel . . . With its clever twists and revelations, this compelling and engaging historical murder mystery is sure to please fans of the genre.” MYSTERY & SUSPENSE MAGAZINE
CLICK HERE to read an interview with the author about the origins of the Dr. Julia Lewis mystery series.
