Anyone who read and enjoyed Last Call at the Nightingale will be delighted to get their hands on this next in the series. It is set within the speakeasy culture of Jazz Age/Prohibition New York, a time and place that are vividly brought to life in these pages.
Vivian, who is of working class background, thinks that she has finally found a way to improve both her own life and that of her sister. However, when a friend’s relative, a club bouncer, dies, Viv will risk so much to try to get to the bottom of things…and readers can feel pretty certain that she will. Still, on the way,Vivian will have to understand what happened to some missing money and will be forced to contend with mob bosses and more.
This is a novel that does a terrific job with its characters and setting. The people and times come to life. The plot is also involving. Recommended for those who enjoy historical mysteries and strong female protagonists.
Many thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press/Minotaur for this title. All opinions are my own.
Pub date: 06 June 2023
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