Laura Shepherd-Robinson
Laura Shepherd-Robinson is a British author known for her historical crime novels. Her debut novel, 'Blood & Sugar', was well-received and won several awards. She is recognized for her meticulous research and engaging storytelling.
Books
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1. The Square Of Sevens
Cornwall, 1730. Red learns the Cornish Square of Sevens from her father, who before his death places her with a gentleman scholar and leaves a document with the method's secret. Raised in Bath, she uses fortune telling to delight high society while she pursues who her mother was and the enemies her father feared. Her search takes her to London, Devon, the Bartholomew Fair, and the grand houses of two powerful families, bringing the possibility of reward and the risk of grave danger.
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2. Daughters Of Night
Set against the vibrant backdrop of 18th-century London, this gripping historical mystery follows the determined Caroline Corsham as she delves into the underbelly of society to uncover the truth behind a brutal murder. When a woman of questionable repute is found dead in the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens, Caroline, driven by a sense of justice and personal connection, embarks on a perilous journey through the city's dark alleys and opulent drawing rooms. As she navigates a world of secrets, deception, and danger, Caroline must confront societal norms and her own past to bring the killer to justice, revealing the hidden lives of women in a male-dominated world.
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3. Blood & Sugar
Set against the backdrop of 18th-century London and the grim realities of the transatlantic slave trade, this gripping historical mystery follows Captain Harry Corsham as he delves into the murder of his friend, Tad Archer. As Corsham navigates the murky waters of political intrigue and societal corruption, he uncovers a web of secrets that threaten to unravel the very fabric of his world. With a vivid portrayal of the era's moral complexities, the narrative weaves a tale of justice, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of truth.
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