Review
The First Lady Black Mystery
Born is poverty in Victorian England Edie Black's existence was bleak. While being rescued from the streets saved her life it led to the world or organized crime. Traveling from England to South America, Africa, and Australia Edie is in charge of a high stakes con. But before the voyage ends, the con crumbles. With multiple players and deception everywhere Edie knows that Benji is the only person she can trust. When her boss is forced into hiding and Benji is implicated in a diamond heist Edie knows it's up to her to discover who really stole the diamonds to save, not only Benji, but herself!
I really enjoyed a visit to the underside, albeit somewhat fancy underside, of Victorian England in the first Lady Black Mystery. Lady gangs, daring cons, and unique characters, made all the more intriguing as the story is based on real events and many of the characters truly existed.
The characters are the backbone of the story and make a compelling story even more so. From street urchins like Trunk and many of the boys to Specs, Mrs. Hill, and the despicable Henderson to Jack and Johnny all are fascinating, each with a story to tell. Edie Black is the most compelling of the characters. With determination, fortitude, and a little luck she manages to reinvent herself and succeed in the harsh world of Victorian England. Traveling to the furthest reaches of the British Empire and points in between Edie manages to cultivate a dangerous career and make the most of it.
Adventure, excitement, and so many twists and turns your head may spin STOLEN BRILLIANCE is an exciting tale of loyalty, deception, and love.
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