Books like Always Emily by Michaela MacColl
When a string of local burglaries rattles their village, sisters Emily and Charlotte Brontë use their shared passion for writing to investigate the crimes. Their sleuthing uncovers a suspicious neighbor’s death and a charismatic stranger who appears on the moors. In this historical mystery, the sisters weave together reasoning, curiosity, and a touch of intrigue to solve the puzzles that haunt their community.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Michaela MacColl
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