A Fortune Most Fatal

''Exceptional - the Austen whodunnit I feel like I''ve been waiting my whole life for! I loved it'' SOPHIE IRWIN ''Who are you, Miss Austen, but a young lady of little experience and no consequence?'' Welcome to Kent, 1797. Following many years apart, 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. The financial security of Jane''s entire family depend on him. But upon arrival at Godmersham Park, Jane quickly 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? Why readers LOVE the Miss Austen Investigates series! ''Delightful and entertaining'' 5* reader review ''Jane Austen makes a perfect detective!'' 5* reader review ''This book is such a joy!'' 5* reader review ''A very clever whodunnit!'' 5* reader review ''Kept me entertained throughout'' 5* reader review

Autorentext

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.

Klappentext

A Mysterious Stranger, a Fortune at Stake, and a Race Against Time to Save Austen's Family - perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Bridgerton!

'Exceptional - the Austen whodunnit I feel like I've been waiting my whole life for! I loved it' SOPHIE IRWIN

• 'Who are you, Miss Austen, but a young lady of little experience and no consequence?'

  Welcome to Godmersham Park, 1797.

  Following many years apart, 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 in Kent, Jane quickly realises Neddy is in dire need of her help.

  For a mysterious young woman named Eleanor currently resides with Mrs Knight - a stranger who threatens to swindle the inheritance for herself.

  Jane must uncover who Mrs Knight's guest really is, to protect the fate of her entire family. When she discovers a series of threatening letters meant for Eleanor, her investigation takes an unexpected turn.

  Because the dangers aren't just within the walls of Godmersham Park. Jane knows someone else is out there watching, waiting - but for what?

  Is this curious Eleanor friend, or foe? And can Jane solve the mystery, before danger comes for them all?

• Why readers LOVE the Miss Austen Investigates series!

  'Delightful and entertaining' 5* reader review
  'Jane Austen makes a perfect detective!' 5* reader review
  'This book is such a joy!' 5* reader review
  'A very clever whodunnit!' 5* reader review
  'Kept me entertained throughout' 5* reader review

  Zusammenfassung
  A fun, clever mystery...a must-read for historical crime fiction fans Good Housekeeping