Interviewing The Dead

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David Field returns with a gripping Victorian mystery series that will captivate fans of classic sleuths. Set in London in 1892, the story begins with the unsettling discovery of a mass grave from the Black Death, unearthed during the extension of Aldgate Underground station. As workmen carelessly discard the bones, a renowned spiritualist claims that the dead are rising to exact vengeance on the living. This unsettling claim leads to strange occurrences in the East End, with some individuals succumbing to unexplained deaths, inciting panic among the populace. Distressed parishioners seek solace from local preacher Matthew West, who, feeling out of his depth, enlists the help of doctor James Carlyle. Their contrasting beliefs in science and religion create tension, yet they unite to investigate the mysterious fatalities. Is there a curse haunting London? Have the dead truly returned? Or is a serial killer stalking the streets? This thrilling narrative marks the beginning of the Carlyle & West Victorian Mysteries, a series filled with suspense and intrigue, promising readers a captivating journey through Victorian London.