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Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
308 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
353 kr
Skickas
In the latest in the New York Times bestselling series from Rhys Bowen and Clare Broyles, retired detective Molly Murphy Sullivan investigates the disappearance of a female scientist New York is busier than ever as two million visitors come to the city to witness the Hudson-Fulton celebration in 1909, marking the 300th anniversary of Henry Hudson's discovery of the Hudson River. Parades, exhibitions, carnivals, and a marvelous display of the wonders of the latest invention--electricity--across the city make for two straight weeks of celebrations, which Molly and her family, along with their friends Sid and Gus, are excited to enjoy. But Molly is secretly dealing with financial troubles. She is too proud to ask her friends for a loan, but when they want to hire her as a detective she jumps at the chance.Sid and Gus are hosting fellow Vassar graduates to take part in one of the parades but one of the women, a brilliant scientist, never shows up. It seems nobody knows where she is, including her husband. Is she trying to run away from her life or is it something more sinister? Why have the Vassar women really come to New York City? When Daniel asks Molly to spy on her friends and find out just what they are planning she finds her loyalties horribly divided. Then the parade turns deadly and only Molly has the tools to find out the truth.
343 kr
Kommande
Molly Murphy returns with her first investigation under her own detective agency in the New York Times bestselling series by Rhys Bowen and Clare Broyles.After years devoted to motherhood, Molly Murphy is ready for a new chapter: opening her own detective agency. Balancing clients with children may prove a challenge, but Molly has never been one to shy away from hard work-or danger. And with a new "morality police" determined to clean up New York City's nightlife through raids and censorship, Molly already has her hands full keeping an eye on her friends Sid and Gus, whose lifestyle makes them an easy target.Then Molly lands her first official case.
The formidable Mrs. Alva Belmont-once a Vanderbilt and now a powerful voice in the suffrage movement-asks Molly to discreetly follow her daughter Consuelo, who has arrived in New York for the glamorous Vanderbilt Cup race. Consuelo's marriage is strained, and Mrs. Belmont fears her daughter may be rekindling a relationship with the man she loved before she was forced into a socially advantageous match. A public scandal could be devastating for one of America's most prominent families.But the high-society world surrounding the races proves far more complicated than Molly expected. As she slips into the glittering crowds and shadowy corners of New York's elite, Molly discovers she's not the only one watching Consuelo. A sharp-eyed reporter is also digging into the private lives of society's heirs and heiresses, determined to expose the city's hidden indiscretions.Before long, secrets begin to surface-secrets powerful people would do anything to keep buried. And Molly finds herself caught in a tightening web of suspicion and danger that could threaten not only her new business, but her freedom.
328 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
279 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Retired Detective Molly Murphy Sullivan goes undercover in the next book in the New York Times bestselling series from Rhys Bowen and Clare Broyles.With a newborn and two children, Molly Murphy Sullivan is tackling motherhood. Her husband, Daniel, is off to work in Washington as Easter break begins in New York. Her dear friend and writer, Ryan O'Hara, is shooting a movie, one of the first to involve a real plot and actors. He invites Molly and the children to visit the set and watch the excitement. When one of the actresses is fired, Molly's adopted daughter, Bridie, is called to replace her in the scene. Turns out she's a natural and is asked to star in the rest of the film. Molly is skeptical about leaving Bridie alone on set, but her great friends, Sid and Gus, offer to chaperone her.The movie industry is still experimenting with ways to get the best shot, like pretending to tie Bridie to real train tracks. But soon, their special effects start to malfunction. After a few mishaps where no one is hurt, the special effects turn deadly. With rumors of a feud between studios, Molly believes these malfunctions are sabotage. She is invited to go undercover on set to investigate the burgeoning film war. Once again, Rhys Bowen and Clare Broyles deliver an engaging mystery full of vibrant historical details and thrilling escapades featuring one of mystery's most beloved sleuths.