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Set in a near‑future Washington, D.C., "A Study in Honor" follows Dr. Janet Watson, a brilliant scientist, as she partners with covert agent Sara Holmes to solve a daring murder case. Their partnership blends academic insight with covert operations, providing a modern, feminist spin on classic detective narratives while exploring themes of gender, identity, and LGBTQ representation.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Queer Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Claire O'Dell
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