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Miranda Corbie MysterySeries

This series follows the compelling journey of an unconventional private investigator with a past as a Spanish Civil War nurse and former escort. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of 1940s San Francisco, each installment delves into complex cases and the protagonist's own shadowed history. Readers are drawn into a world of noir intrigue, where a sharp mind and a survivor's instinct navigate the city's underbelly. It's a captivating blend of mystery, historical setting, and a fiercely independent heroine.

City of Dragons
City of Secrets

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  1. 1

    City of Dragons

    • 352 pages
    • 13 hours of reading
    3.3(21)Add rating

    Set against the vibrant backdrop of San Francisco's Chinatown during the 1940 Chinese New Year celebrations, the story follows Miranda Corbie, a determined private investigator. When she discovers the murdered body of Eddie Takahashi, she faces opposition from the local Chamber of Commerce and the police, who want to suppress the case. Undeterred, Miranda navigates through the city's diverse neighborhoods, including Little Osaka and a Southern Gothic bordello, in her quest for justice, revealing the darker undercurrents of her community.

    City of Dragons
  2. 2

    City of Secrets

    • 304 pages
    • 11 hours of reading
    3.4(97)Add rating

    Set during the tumultuous period of May 25th, 1940, amidst the World's Fair, the story follows private investigator Miranda Corbie as she investigates the murder of a woman. With Europe under Nazi control and America grappling with uncertainty, Miranda navigates a dangerous landscape in her quest for justice. This sequel to City of Dragons showcases her relentless determination to confront evil and restore order in a chaotic world, delivering a gripping and fast-paced mystery.

    City of Secrets