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The sudden collapse of the Victoria Embankment reveals a mysterious passage that leads below the bustling streets of London. Intrigued, Langdon St. Ives ventures into this unknown realm, unaware that a wealthy, brilliant, and psychopathic murderer is intent on keeping the underworld’s secrets for his own advantage. In this steampunk-infused crime tale, the hidden depths of the city become a battleground where science fiction, urban exploration, and thriller elements collide.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: James P. Blaylock
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