Death in Focus

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In a gripping new mystery series set in pre-World War II Europe, a young photographer, Elena Standish, embarks on a perilous journey into Berlin with her lover's urgent message as Hitler rises to power. While vacationing on the stunning Italian coast with her sister Margot, Elena finds inspiration through her photography and forms a connection with a captivating man named Ian. Their budding romance is abruptly interrupted by a shocking murder, compelling Elena to deliver a message that could alter Europe's fate. Back in England, Elena's father, a diplomat, and her secretive grandfather, a former MI6 head, are entangled in their own political intrigues. As they work behind the scenes, Elena navigates the dangerous landscape of a crucial political rally featuring a prominent fascist. With the Third Reich on the rise and tensions escalating, Elena realizes that anyone she meets could be part of a deadly conspiracy. In this thrilling debut by bestselling author Anne Perry, family secrets intertwine with suspense, forcing Elena to confront the harsh reality that trust is a luxury she can no longer afford, and she must rely solely on herself.