Paris 1889. The Alchemist is how I've come to think of him; he has a passion for the dark side of knowledge, mixing murder and madness with science. Nellie Bly - reporter, feminist and amateur detective - is in Paris on the trail of an enigmatic killer. The city is a dangerous place: an epidemic of Black Fever rages, anarchists plot to overthrow the government and a murderer preys on the prostitutes who haunt the streets of Montmartre. But it is also a city of culture, a magnet for artists and men of science and letters. Can the combined genius of Oscar Wilde, Jules Verne and Louis Pasteur help Nellie prove a match for Jack the Ripper?
Nellie Bly Series
This series follows a daring and pioneering female journalist who fearlessly tackles the most challenging subjects. Her assignments take her across the globe, uncovering truths and advocating for justice in a rapidly changing world. Readers will experience thrilling investigative reporting and a glimpse into the life of one of history's most influential women. It's a celebration of courage, curiosity, and the power of the written word.
Recommended Reading Order
The Illusion of Murder
- 448 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Escapist fiction in the style of Jed Rubenfeld, ideal for enthusiasts of historical mystery novels.