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Fremont (née Caroline) Jones left a conventional life in Boston to work as a type‑writer in San Francisco at the turn of the twentieth century. A woman ahead of her time, she quickly learns that her clients are not always who they seem. In the course of her job, Fremont becomes entangled in a series of mysterious events—and mortal danger.
The story follows Fremont as she navigates intrigue, romance with a dashing lawyer, and the enigmatic menace of a ghostly author, all set against the dramatic Californian coast. The novel blends atmospheric detective work with a spirited heroine, offering a mix of suspense and humor.
An engaging historical mystery featuring a strong female sleuth, the book captures the grit and charm of San Francisco’s early twentieth‑century literary scene.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Dianne Day
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