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In a spirited blend of mystery and social history, Private Investigator Theodore Wilder is summoned to track down Arabella Beckett, a bold and determined suffragette. As Wilder delves deeper into the hunt, he finds that Arabella’s fierce independence and fiery spirit may create more complications than a simple case of disappearance could suggest. The story balances a tightly plotted investigation with the vibrant backdrop of the suffragist movement, offering readers both suspense and a glimpse into a pivotal era of social change.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Jen Turano
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