Curse of the Poppy
An enthralling historical Victorian mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
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
The Bermondsey Poisoner
An immersive and thrilling historical mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
A string of poisoned husbands. A confession that doesn't add up. A culprit who can't be caught.
London, 1884. When three men die of arsenic poisoning in Bermondsey, news reporter Penny Green is on the case. But the investigation is brought to a simple conclusion when the poisoner confesses. Or so everyone thinks.
As the body count rises, the search extends across London to the warren of caves beneath Chislehurst. Penny unearths a tangled web of false identities and vanished suspects. With the help of the charming Inspector James Blakely, she races to connect the dots before more lives are lost.
But few can match the cunning of a serial poisoner. When a police officer falls victim, Penny realises she's not just risking her life – her career hangs in the balance too. Can she unmask the real Bermondsey Poisoner before she loses everything? Or will her pursuit of justice lead her straight into a killer's trap?
A cunning game of cat-and-mouse set against the shadowy backdrop of Victorian London. Penny Green returns in her most perplexing case yet with The Bermondsey Poisoner.
Readers love The Bermondsey Poisoner and the Penny Green series:
'If you like Agatha Christie books you are going to like this one.' Reader review, 5 stars
'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
'A Victorian Delight!' Reader review, 5 stars
'This plot was great. It had many twists… I stayed up all night reading.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Best book in the series. Yay! This story has all of the twists and turns we've come to expect from Penny.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Don't miss this series!!... I loved it! I have grabbed each Penny Green book as it has come out, and this did not disappoint, either. Each has been, literally, a page-turner… These are books that I will happily re-read.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I pace myself reading these because I don't want to run out of Emily Organ books.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Couldn't put it down. You never knew who did it till the end.. a must read.' Reader review, 5 stars
The Rookery
An unputdownable Victorian crime novel
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
In the fog of Victorian London, a killer stalks the slums.
London, 1884. When reporter Penny Green's prized possession – her father's expedition diaries – are stolen from her in a street robbery, she's determined to get them back. Her pursuit leads her into the notorious St Giles Rookery slum and straight into a murder scene. To her shock, Penny finds herself implicated in the crime.
Desperate to clear her name, Penny teams up with Inspector James Blakely of Scotland Yard and begins to uncover the slums' tragic secrets – unsolved murders and a community ignored by authorities.
Can Penny unravel the mystery of her father's final journey, find the killer and clear her name? Or will the secrets of the past claim another life in the fog-shrouded alleyways of London?
A gripping Victorian mystery that blends historical intrigue with page-turning suspense. The Rookery is the second instalment in the bestselling Penny Green series.
Readers love The Rookery 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
'Book 1 had me hooked. Now I'm invested in these characters. I can't wait to read another one!' 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 is the second in the series and just as delightful as the first. Beautifully written, lovely sense of atmosphere and setting. Lovely twist at the end. On to number three!' Reader review, 5 stars
'You'll be hooked. The Rookery captured me at page one… a fun mystery with a hint of romance that makes me want to read the next in the series.' Reader review, 5 stars
The Maid's Secret
A compelling historical murder mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
Cyanide in the champagne. A family with deadly intentions... Can an undercover reporter reveal the truth before it's too late?
London, 1884. When reporter Penny Green is tasked with going undercover as a maid to spy on a Victorian industrialist in his South Kensington home, she expects intrigue. But she never imagined murder.
Then a young woman is found dead at her own birthday party, poisoned by cyanide in her champagne, Penny realises she's stumbled into something far more sinister than family squabbles.
With the help of Inspector James Blakely, Penny unravels a tangled web of secrets. But events escalate with a second suspicious death. Can Penny solve the mystery before her cover is blown? Or will her disguise as a humble maid be her undoing in this house of secrets?
A gripping Victorian mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. The Maid's Secret is the next thrilling instalment in the bestselling Penny Green series.
Readers love The Maid's Secret and the Penny Green series:
'By far my favorite of the series.I loved every single page of this book. It was truly a delight. I am already looking forward to the next one!' Reader review, 5 stars
'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
'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
'Couldn't put it down. You never knew who did it tell the end.. a must read.' Reader review, 5 stars
'A beautifully told tale. I really like Emily Organ's writing. She has a lovely way with words and the historical setting is most evocative… this is my third book and I am on to the rest in the series. Highly recommended.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Totally enthralled! Love this series.' Reader review, 5 stars
An Unwelcome Guest
An unputdownable Victorian mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
A luxurious hotel. Ten guests. One killer.
London, 1884. When journalist Penny Green is invited to stay at the grand reopening of the Hotel Tempesta, she expects an evening of opulence and intrigue. But the night takes a sinister turn when the charismatic American owner is found brutally murdered at the foot of the stairs.
The suspicion falls on his guests. Ten suspects in total. And Penny Green is one of them.
As the fog rolls in, Penny realises she's trapped in a nest of secrets. The hotel's tragic past resurfaces, with whispers of deadly fires and restless spirits. Teaming up with the tenacious Inspector James Blakely, Penny must negotiate a world of courtesans, stolen paintings and secret codes to prove Penny's innocence and uncover the truth.
With each revelation, the danger mounts. Can Penny expose the killer lurking within the hotel's shadowy corridors? Or will she become the next victim of the Tempesta's curse?
A gripping Victorian mystery that will keep you guessing until dawn, An Unwelcome Guest is the next page-turning read in the bestselling Penny Green series.
Readers love An Unwelcome Guest and the Penny Green series:
'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
'Wonderfully written whodunit… unputdownable.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Another delightful Penny Green historical mystery…I'm in love with this series.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Good clean mystery in an enjoyable historical setting.' Reader review, 5 stars'
'What a delightful story!... Emily Organ's books have become quite a great treat for me!... Always so many twists and turns makes for such enjoyable reading!' Reader review, 5 stars
'Emily Organ Does it Again!... As the others in this series, this seventh novel brings late Victorian London to life. Ms. Organ's love of history and knowledge of it is evident in this skillfully written and vastly entertaining series.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I do not give 5 stars often but The Penny Green Series, and this book especially, deserve it. I have thoroughly enjoyed stepping back into London to the 1880's and into the world of these characters. With such beautiful and in depth writing by Ms Organ, I feel as though I'm walking alongside the series main character.' Reader review, 5 stars
'An outstanding female lead character.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I have found Ms. Organ's story telling to be flawlessly entertaining!' Reader review, 5 stars
'Ms. Organ draws you into Penny's world with her delicious descriptions and masterful storytelling.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Read the books in this series.... guarantee you won't be disappointed!' Reader review, 5 stars
The Inventor
An addictive and gripping historical mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
A brilliant inventor dead. A sinister conspiracy unravelling. Can one determined reporter uncover the shocking truth?
London,1884. News reporter Penny Green joins the crowd at a spectacular light display at Crystal Palace. But the evening ends in tragedy when famous electricity pioneer, Simon Borthwick, takes his own life.
Penny suspects a clue to the inventor's suicide lies in the mysterious letter he left behind. And when she discovers a connection to the murder of a museum curator, she's convinced the inventor's death should be investigated.
With the help of Scotland Yard's Inspector James Blakely, Penny learns that Borthwick's groundbreaking work threatened powerful interests – did someone want him silenced?
As Penny follows a trail of clues, she soon encounters a murky world that even the police can't get close to. A shadowy figure stalks Penny's every move. Anonymous threats arrive at her door. Can Penny expose the conspiracy before she becomes its next victim?
A gripping Victorian mystery that crackles with period atmosphere. The Inventor is the next thrilling installment in the bestselling Penny Green series.
Readers love The Inventor and the Penny Green series:
'I'm hooked!...I could not sleep as I could not put this book down.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Amazing and page-turning… If you enjoy historical fiction that has been exceptionally researched then you will be thoroughly entertained by The Inventor.' Reader review, 5 stars
'An effervescent thriller!... a fantastic read and kept me guessing until the last few chapters. The characters that Emily creates are realistic and relatable, which really makes me look forward to book 5. A truly enjoyable mystery that I would recommend to everyone!' 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
'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
'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
The Camden Spiritualist
A page-turning Victorian mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
A woman shot dead on her doorstep. A killer who disappears into the fog.
London, 1885. When journalist Penny Green attends a spiritualist performance at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, she's sceptical of the young medium's claims to communicate with the dead. Is it harmless entertainment or something more sinister?
After a passionate protestor interrupts the show, Penny finds an ally. Two days later, her new friend is dead. As Penny investigates, she uncovers a nest of family secrets, illicit affairs and fraudulent schemes.
Soon Penny suspects the spiritualist isn't who she claims to be. There's another puzzle to solve and increasing conflict with her police inspector husband. A second death puts a twist on the case, but Penny's running out of time. Then comes news that changes her life forever…
Delve into the shadowy world of The Camden Spiritualist – the next propulsive Victorian mystery in the bestselling Penny Green series.
Readers love The Camden Spiritualist and the Penny Green series:
'Outstanding… Wow! Just wow!' Reader review, 5 stars
'I cried at the end. This was a fantastic story! As with all the other Penny Green mysteries, I enjoyed this one immensely.' Reader review, 5 stars
'A completely wonderful series!! I fell in love with Penny Green within the first few chapters of the first book and she has never failed to amaze me. The geographical descriptions are so accurate they could be used as a tour guide of London.'' Reader review, 5 stars
'Who would have believed that a book about an amateur lady detective in Victorian England would be exciting to a combat-hardened US Marine. But IT IS!!! Great entertainment, a great story and I love Penny!!' 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
'Wonderfully written whodunit… unputdownable.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Good clean mystery in an enjoyable historical setting.' Reader review, 5 stars
''Ms. Organ draws you into Penny's world with her delicious descriptions and masterful storytelling.' Reader review, 5 stars
'If you like intriguing historical mysteries with interesting characters, pick up one of the Penny Green books. I think you'll become a big fan, too.' Reader review, 5 stars
The Gang of St Bride's
A gripping and addictive historical mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
A secret society. A deadly riddle. Can one intrepid reporter solve the puzzle before she becomes the next victim?
London, 1885. A gang of lady thieves is targeting Piccadilly's wealthy shoppers and no one's able to stop them. As frustrations build, the body of a young woman is pulled from the River Thames. Journalist Penny Green has a lot to write about, and she faces a new challenge when a stranger approaches her with a riddle. Could it lead her to the killer?
As Penny investigates, she discovers a mysterious gang known only as the Twelve Brides. Aided by Inspector James Blakely, Penny begins to unravel an intricate web of clues – the lady thieves influence reaches into the highest echelons of London society.
Time is running out for Penny - her impending marriage to James signals the end of her Fleet Street career. Can she crack the gang's cryptic code, unmask the culprits and solve the murder before her wedding day? Or will someone ensure she never makes it to the altar?
A gripping historical mystery that will keep you guessing until the final page.
Readers love The Gange of St Bride's and the Penny Green series:
'MS. Organ has surpassed herself with the 'Gang of St Bride's.' There is intrigue with several different plots and page turning events. This is definitely one of my favorites.' Reader review, 5 stars
'SUPER, SUPER, SUPER. I have immensely enjoyed all of the Penny Green novels… this book was a fabulous read!... It's so wonderful to slip into what you know will be a captivating read with so many dear characters from previous novels in the series… You are a marvelous mystery writer!!!!! Your books are the only mystery books that I purchase!' Reader review, 5 stars
'Just could not put down. I give 5 stars to the previous 8 books in the Penny Green Series. Penny is gutsy & is someone who won't take NO for an answer… Ms Organ knows how to keep us reading on.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Another delightful story. I'm in love with this series. It is a delightful, entertaining escape from the news of the day.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I love the twist at the end! Totally unexpected.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Another winner. I'm sure that each book in this series can't be topped, but they just get better and better.' 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
'Wonderfully written whodunit… unputdownable.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Good clean mystery in an enjoyable historical setting.' Reader review, 5 stars
''Ms. Organ draws you into Penny's world with her delicious descriptions and masterful storytelling.' Reader review, 5 stars
Limelight
A spellbinding Victorian murder mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
"Miss Green, the actress Lizzie Dixie has been murdered." I stared at the young inspector. "But it's impossible. She drowned. Years ago."
London, 1883. Fleet Street's pioneering lady reporter Penny Green is stunned when a long-dead actress is found murdered in Highgate Cemetery. Lizzie Dixie supposedly drowned in the River Thames years ago, so how did she end up shot to death on a foggy October night? Penny's personal connection to the victim draws her in to the case, as does the charm of Scotland Yard inspector James Blakely. But her return to work sparks the attention of someone with evil intent.
Why did Lizzie fake her own death? Who knew she was still alive? With each revelation, the killer draws nearer. Can Penny unmask the culprit before she becomes the next victim? Or will the bright lights of Victorian London be forever dimmed by a killer lurking in the shadows?
An enthralling and atmospheric historical mystery that will have you reading deep into the night. Limelight is the first instalment in the bestselling Penny Green Victorian Mystery series.
Readers love Limelight and the Penny Green series:
'Limelight is one of the best murder mysteries I have ever read.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Loved this book. Loved the two main characters. Best book l have read in the last two years. So excited to find an author this good. Cannot praise this book enough.' Reader review, 5 stars
'The best entertainment on a cold wintery weekend… If you like cosy murder stories this is a must read. Loved this book and already purchased book 2! Can't wait to see what new mystery Penny gets involved with!... so hard to put down! So captivating! I loved this book ! It took me back to Victorian London with an outstanding female lead character.' 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
'Wonderfully atmospheric. You can almost taste the fog… Can't wait for more.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I've loved every book in the series, rooting for Penny and James the entire way. Just the right amount of mystery that keeps the pages turning… And, as always, a fun amount of well-researched historical info. Emily Organ does a lovely job of finding just the right balance, which makes her books so much fun to read.' Reader review, 5 stars
'A very captivating book… you are drawn right into the story from the beginning. Each scene makes you feel part of it, and a complete surprise twist at the end.' Reader review, 5 stars
Death at the Workhouse
An utterly captivating historical mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
Someone's preying on Victorian London's poor. Can a determined reporter unmask the killer stalking the workhouse?
London,1885. News reporter Penny Green is spending time at Shoreditch Workhouse working undercover. She knows more can be done for the deserving poor but does anyone care?
When two workhouse inmates die in a fight, the police and the coroner accept the simplest explanation. Determined to expose the truth, Penny undertakes her own investigation with Inspector James Blakely's help and it's not long before they make themselves unpopular.
A macabre turn finally makes the authorities act but can Penny reveal the workhouse's dark secrets before another life is taken? Or will her quest for justice be her final story?
A gripping Victorian mystery that shines a light on the shocking realities of life for London's poorest. Death at the Workhouse is the next thrilling instalment in the bestselling Penny Green series.
Readers love Death at the Workhouse and the Penny Green series:
'Every book is riveting! Emily Organ never fails to capture my attention from beginning to end!' Reader review, 5 stars
'Love this Victorian mystery series! The amount of research Emily Organ puts into her Victorian settings to create as much historical accuracy as possible is beyond amazing.' Reader review, 5 stars
'My favorite mystery series.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Well I only have two books left in the series and I'm truly saddened by this! The talent of story writing was clearly demonstrated in the book! I feel I will miss the characters the most but have enjoyed each book without exception! Perfect reading for anyone!' Reader review, 5 stars
I love this series, this book, these characters, the plot twists, and the historical info in this series, and this book. It's always a page turner from Miss Emily… I've burned through the first 8 already!' 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
'Wonderfully written whodunit… unputdownable.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Another delightful Penny Green historical mystery… I'm in love with this series.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Good clean mystery in an enjoyable historical setting.' Reader review, 5 stars
Murder in Ratcliffe
A riveting Victorian murder mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
A secret is revealed in the ashes of a fire. Can a determined reporter uncover the truth before it's buried forever?
London, 1884. When a house in Penny Green's new neighbourhood near Regent's Park is gutted by fire, she finds a connection to an unsolved murder. Unable to resist a story, the reporter dives into an investigation that leads her deep into London's East End and the notorious Ratcliffe Highway.
The victim, Mary Steinway, was found dead in her squalid lodgings – a far cry from the Hampstead family home she grew up in. Penny pieces together how a young, middle-class lady fell from grace and met such a tragic end. But her inquiries stir long-buried secrets, and she soon makes dangerous enemies.
When a shocking link to the aristocracy and the Houses of Parliament emerges, and her new police inspector husband conflicted about helping, Penny realises she's taking on more than she can handle. Can she expose the truth about Mary's death before those who want to keep the past hidden silence her for good?
A thrilling Victorian whodunit that'll keep you spellbound until the final page.
Readers love Murder in Ratcliffe and the Penny Green series:
'Another brilliant mystery. As always Emily delivers the reader a winding mystery that's nigh on impossible to solve and the ending comes as a surprise!... Definitely a read you shouldn't miss.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I adore the character of Penny and was so excited for a new book! And now I'm sad it's finished. As always I was captivated and had a hard time putting this book down just like the others in the series.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Wonderful. A delightful addition to the series. The mystery is clever and interesting. The historic setting is always well articulated. The characters are fun and engaging and develop and grow. Love this series and am greedy for number eleven!' Reader review, 5 stars
'Excellent twists and turns to keep you guessing… a must read… very well written.' Reader review, 5 stars
'If you like intriguing historical mysteries with interesting characters, pick up one of the Penny Green books. I think you'll become a big fan, too.' 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
'Wonderfully written whodunit… unputdownable.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Good clean mystery in an enjoyable historical setting.' Reader review, 5 stars
''Ms. Organ draws you into Penny's world with her delicious descriptions and masterful storytelling.' Reader review, 5 stars
The Egyptian Mystery
An utterly gripping historical murder mystery
Part 2 of the Penny Green Victorian Mystery series
A dead body vanishes. A wife goes missing. Penny faces her most baffling case yet.
London, 1885. When a famous Egyptologist is found dead in his hotel room, reporter Penny Green expects a straightforward case. But the corpse disappears without a trace, and the victim's wife is nowhere to be found.
Can the Egyptologist really be dead? Or is it an elaborate ruse? Evidence is thin on the ground and as she digs deeper, Penny uncovers a web of lies and false identities.
Desperate for answers, Penny takes the risk of confronting those close to her and into dangerous territory. Can she expose the truth behind the Egyptologist's apparent death and disappearance? Or will she fall victim to the same forces that threaten to bury the mystery forever?
A mesmerising Victorian enigma that will keep you guessing until the very end, The Egyptian Mystery is another thrilling instalment in the bestselling Penny Green series. Prepare for twists, turns, and heart-pounding suspense!
Readers love The Egyptian Mystery and the Penny Green series:
'Wonderful story!... The action starts almost straight away, and I was intrigued completely right until the end!...! It is not often I am so gripped by a book that I read it through the day, but with The Egyptian Mystery that is exactly what I did!' 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
'Having just read all 11 penny green novels in a row I can only say that I loved every one of them…. Great characters and storylines… Highly recommend to all historical crime lovers.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Exciting and thrilling… as always didn't want to put it down.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Wonderfully written whodunit… unputdownable.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Another delightful Penny Green historical mystery…I'm in love with this series.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Good clean mystery in an enjoyable historical setting.' Reader review, 5 stars'
'What a delightful story!... Emily Organ's books have become quite a great treat for me!... Always so many twists and turns makes for such enjoyable reading!' Reader review, 5 stars
'An outstanding female lead character.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I have found Ms. Organ's story telling to be flawlessly entertaining!' Reader review, 5 stars
'Ms. Organ draws you into Penny's world with her delicious descriptions and masterful storytelling.' Reader review, 5 stars
'Read the books in this series.... guarantee you won't be disappointed!' Reader review, 5 stars