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P.K. Pinkerton, a sharp‑witted detective known for his talent in disguise, has fled the ruthless desperados that chased him and started a private eye business in historic Virginia City, Nevada. Martha, a young maid with a dark secret, approaches the detective to help her escape a relentless killer. Pinkerton must navigate the underbelly of the frontier town—its outlaws, mixed‑race interactions, and precarious social hierarchy—to protect Martha and bring justice to the chaos that plagues the gold‑mining community.
Set against the bustling backdrop of Nevada's mining boom, the novel offers a blend of mystery, history, and youthful adventure. Pinkerton’s ingenuity and the tension of a mortal threat create an engaging narrative for young readers interested in detective stories and the gritty realities of frontier life.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Caroline Lawrence
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