A fatal jump. A missing suffragette. An inexplicable murder.
London, 1920. When she catches news of a big story, reporter Iris Woodmore rushes to the House of Commons. But it’s a place that holds painful memories. In 1914, her mother died there when she fell into the River Thames during a daring suffragette protest. But in the shadow of Big Ben, a waterman tells Iris her mother didn’t fall – she jumped.
Iris discovers that the suffragette with her mother that fateful day has been missing for years, disappearing just after the protest. Desperate to know the truth behind the fatal jump, Iris’s investigation leads her to Crookham Hall, an ancestral home where secrets and lies lead to murder…
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Author Bio
Michelle Salter is a historical crime fiction writer based in northeast Hampshire. Many local locations appear in her mystery novels. She’s also a copywriter and has written features for national magazines. When she’s not writing, Michelle can be found knee-deep in mud at her local nature reserve. She enjoys working with a team of volunteers undertaking conservation activities.
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Why Should You Read This?
The book is easy to read, and the story is easy to follow. The characters are likeable, and I love Iris’ character. She is depicted as a strong woman with a rebellious streak. While there is some focus on the historical fiction aspect of the book, it is primarily a mystery novel. Some of the plot twists were interesting. however, some of them did fall flat as well. I love cozy mysteries, and hence, I enjoyed the book thoroughly.
Iris appears more as a detective rather than a journalist. There are several plot conveniences that I felt were too evident for my taste. A perfect pick for lovers of mysteries!
