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In 1859, eleven‑year‑old Nell is sent to Chicago to live with her aunt, Kate Warne—the first female detective with Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency. Joined by her sharp-witted niece, Kate tackles gripping cases, one of which revolves around the mysterious life of former President Abraham Lincoln, while another uncovers secrets tied to Nell’s missing father. Set against the backdrop of 1860s America, the story blends adventure, history, and the investigative world of the era.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Kate Hannigan
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