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The Body in the Garden

A Lily Adler Mystery
By Katharine Schellman
Series: LILY ADLER MYSTERY, A
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The Body in the Garden by Katharine Schellman is a gripping crime novel set in Regency-era London. It follows Lily Adler, a young widow, who stumbles upon a murder at a high-society party. Determined to uncover the truth, Lily enters a world of secrets and intrigue, relying on her wit and courage to navigate the dangers of the city's elite circles.
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You might enjoy this book if you relish historical mysteries set in Regency London infused with charm and wit. This delightful novel blends suspense and society intrigue, following a determined young widow who finds herself unwittingly pulled into a world of danger and deception. It's perfect for fans who appreciate a combination of clever plotting, audacious amateur sleuths, and atmospheric settings.

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The Body in the Garden, a SUSPENSE MAGAZINE BEST BOOK OF 2020, is a perfect read for fans of Tasha Alexander and Rhys Bowen. Katharine Schellman's debut novel is sure to delight and captivate.

Set in London, 1815, the story follows newly-widowed Lily Adler as she returns to a society that frowns on independent women. Despite this, she is determined to create a meaningful life for herself without a husband. Familiar with the glittering world of London's upper crust, Lily expects the usual scandal, gossip, and secrets at a ball thrown by her oldest friend, Lady Walter. What she doesn't expect is to find a dead body in Lady Walter's garden.

Moments before the murder, Lily overheard the victimβ€”young, desperate, and attempting blackmail. Initially, she is willing to leave the matter to the local constables until Lord Walter bribes the investigating magistrate to drop the case. Stunned and confused, Lily realises that she holds the key to uncovering the killer.

With the help of a roguish navy captain and a mysterious heiress from the West Indies, Lily embarks on a quest to discover if her friend's husband is involved in blackmail and murder. Concealing their investigation within the bustling social season of London, the team must tread carefully. The dead man held secrets about powerful people, secrets these individuals would kill to keep hidden. Now, Lily must expose the truth before she becomes the murderer's next target.

Series: LILY ADLER MYSTERY, A

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  • The Body in the Garden
    The Body in the Garden, a SUSPENSE MAGAZINE BEST BOOK OF 2020, is a perfect read for fans of Tasha Alexander and Rhys Bowen. Katharine Schellman's debut novel is sure to delight and captivate. Set in London, 1815, the story follows newly-widowed Lily Adler as she returns to a society that frowns on independent women. Despite this, she is determined...
    By Katharine Schellman
    Hardback
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Katharine Schellman's The Body in the Garden is a well-received debut, praised for its intricate plotting and vivid historical detail. Reviewers appreciate the novel's nuanced prose and engaging detective trio, likening its appeal to fans of other historical crime series. The book is noted for its examination of privilege and race within a Regency-era setting, offering both charm and depth through its characters and narrative twists.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781643853567

Publisher: Crooked Lane Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 April 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Crooked Lane Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 145.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 403g

Pages: 336

Collections

Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Crime & Mystery Historical Fiction Katharine Schellman Literary Fiction Series: LILY ADLER MYSTERY, A

About the Author

Katharine Schellman studied theatre and history at the College of William & Mary, after which she went on to dance professionally, marry her college sweetheart, and collect addresses up and down the east coast of the United States. The Body in the Garden is her debut novel, though she has previously published a variety of short fiction and essays. Katharine currently lives and writes in the mountains of Virginia, and she is still recovering from that time she worked in political consulting.

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