In Victorian London, power and corruption go hand in hand. And challenging either can be deadly.
London, 1884. A brutal burglary in Fitzrovia leaves a woman dead. Miles away in Limehouse, a man is murdered in an opium den. To most, these crimes seem unconnected. But intrepid reporter Penny Green suspects a sinister link.
As Penny digs deeper, her investigation leads her to the corridors of power in Whitehall, where the India Office reaps vast profits from Britain's opium trade. When Scotland Yard's Inspector James Blakely starts asking questions, he vanishes without a trace.
Torn between her growing feelings for Blakely and her loyalty to his distraught fiancée, Penny finds herself edging closer to a truth that powerful men will kill to keep hidden.
Can Penny unravel the mystery and find Blakely before it's too late? Or will her pursuit of justice cost her everything – including her life?
A gripping Victorian mystery that will keep you guessing until the final page. Curse of the Poppy showcases why readers can't get enough of Penny Green's adventures.
Readers love Curse of the Poppy and the Penny Green series:
'I think I've found my new favorite author… kept me guessing "whodunit" until the very end. I have been reading British mysteries for the past couple of years and no other author has had me reading every spare second of the day.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I love the Penny Green novels...a smart heroine who is always on the case and the ending was a surprise...read all the way through in one sitting… Can't wait what's next for her to solve and the next chapter with James. Treat yourself to these books.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Loved it! This is delightful, fun, entertainment with a who-done-it mystery and a little romance… Once I start reading one of these I find it hard to put down.' Reader review, 5 stars
'A Victorian Delight!' Reader review, 5 stars
'If you like Agatha Christie books you are going to like this one.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I have read all of this series of books. They are marvellous. I can hardly wait for the next one.' Reader review, 5 stars
'This is an excellent series! Great character development… Very atmospheric.' Reader review, 5 stars
'The whole series is wonderful. The story draws you in quickly and keeps you guessing. The historic accuracy is excellent, and the romantic tension between the two main characters adds to the intrigue.' Reader review, 5 stars
'This may have been the best yet… So much action, this was another that was hard to put down. I finished too fast, and am wanting another. Now! Can't wait to see what comes next for Penny Green!' Reader review, 5 stars
'This is really a great series. I've read the first 5 in 5 days.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Penny's the Best... This book was one of the best in the series, and I can't wait for the next one.' Reader review, 5 stars
