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A Fortune Most Fatal
Brief Description
The nation's favourite amateur sleuth is back! Jane Austen returns to solve another devilish mystery in the compelling follow-up to Miss Austen Investigates. Welcome to Kent, 1797. Jane Austen is set to spend the summer with her estranged brother, Neddy. As heir to wealthy widow Mrs...
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Description
The nation's favourite amateur sleuth is back! Jane Austen returns to solve another devilish mystery in the compelling follow-up to Miss Austen Investigates.
Welcome to Kent, 1797.
Jane Austen is set to spend the summer with her estranged brother, Neddy. As heir to wealthy widow Mrs Knight's fortune, it is imperative that Neddy stays in his benefactor's good graces.
But upon arrival at Godmersham Park, Jane realises Neddy is in dire need of her help. For a mysterious young woman currently resides with Mrs Knight—a stranger who threatens to swindle the inheritance for herself.
Jane must uncover who this imposter is to protect the fortunes—and fate—of her entire family. But when her investigation takes a dark and dangerous turn, can she solve the mystery—and save herself?
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780241642122
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 March 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Michael Joseph Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 34.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 231.0mm
Weight: 551g
Pages: 464
About the Author
Jessica Bull grew up in South East London, where she still lives with her husband, two daughters, and far too many pets. She's addicted to stories and studied English Literature at Bristol University, and Information Science at City University, London. She began work as a librarian (under the false impression she could sit and read all day), before becoming a communications consultant. Her debut novel, Miss Austen Investigates, has sold in eighteen territories and counting. A Fortune Most Fatal is the highly-anticipated second book in the series.
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