A Penny Green Victorian Mystery Series by Emily Organ

“Miss Green, the actress Lizzie Dixie has been murdered.” I stared at the young inspector. “But it’s impossible. She drowned. Years ago.”London, 1883. Fleet Street’s pioneering lady reporter Penny Green is stunned when a long-dead actress is found murdered in Highgate Cemetery... more“Miss Green, the actress Lizzie Dixie has been murdered.” I stared at the young inspector. “But it’s impossible. She drowned. Years ago.”London, 1883. Fleet Street’s pioneering lady reporter Penny Green is stunned when a long-dead actress is found murdered in Highgate Cemetery. Lizzie Dixie supposedly drowned in the River Thames years ago, so how did she end up shot to death on a foggy October night? Penny’s personal connection to the victim draws her into the case, as does the charm of Scotland Yard inspector James Blakely. But her return to work sparks the attentions of someone with evil intent.Why did Lizzie fake her own death? Who knew she was still alive? With each revelation, the killer draws nearer. Can Penny unmask the culprit before she becomes the next victim? Or will the bright lights of Victorian London be forever dimmed by a killer lurking in the shadows?An enthralling and atmospheric historical mystery that will have you reading deep into the night. Limelight is the first instalment in the bestselling Penny Green Victorian Mystery series. less

In the fog of Victorian London, a killer stalks the slums.London, 1884. When reporter Penny Green’s prized possession – her father’s expedition diaries – are stolen from her in a street robbery, she’s determined to get them back. Her pursuit leads her into the notorious St Giles Rookery slum and straight into a murder scene. To her shock, Penny finds herself implicated in the crime... moreIn the fog of Victorian London, a killer stalks the slums.London, 1884. When reporter Penny Green’s prized possession – her father’s expedition diaries – are stolen from her in a street robbery, she’s determined to get them back. Her pursuit leads her into the notorious St Giles Rookery slum and straight into a murder scene. To her shock, Penny finds herself implicated in the crime.Desperate to clear her name, Penny teams up with Inspector James Blakely of Scotland Yard and begins to uncover the slums’ tragic secrets – unsolved murders and a community ignored by authorities.Can Penny unravel the mystery of her father’s final journey, find the killer and clear her name? Or will the secrets of the past claim another life in the fog-shrouded alleyways of London?A gripping Victorian mystery that blends historical intrigue with page-turning suspense. The Rookery is the second instalment in the bestselling Penny Green series.Readers love The Rookery and the Penny Green ‘I think I’ve found my new favorite author… kept me guessing "whodunit" until the very end. I have been reading British mysteries for the past couple of years and no other author has had me reading every spare second of the day.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Book 1 had me hooked. Now I’m invested in these characters. I can’t wait to read another one!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A Victorian Delight!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘If you like Agatha Christie books you are going to like this one.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I have read all of this series of books. They are marvellous. I can hardly wait for the next one.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This is an excellent series! Great character development… Very atmospheric.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The whole series is wonderful. The story draws you in quickly and keeps you guessing. The historic accuracy is excellent, and the romantic tension between the two main characters adds to the intrigue.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This is the second in the series and just as delightful as the first. Beautifully written, lovely sense of atmosphere and setting. Lovely twist at the end. On to number three!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘You’ll be hooked. The Rookery captured me at page one… a fun mystery with a hint of romance that makes me want to read the next in the series.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ less

A trail of suspicious deaths and a culprit who can’t be caught.Journalist Penny Green is reporting on what seems to be a straightforward poisoning case in Bermondsey. But then a series of macabre photographs comes to light. Memento mori with a twist.When Scotland Yard begins exhumations, Penny and Inspector James Blakely are daunted by the size of the investigation. The case is brought to a simple conclusion when the poisoner confesses. Or so everyone thinks... moreA trail of suspicious deaths and a culprit who can’t be caught.Journalist Penny Green is reporting on what seems to be a straightforward poisoning case in Bermondsey. But then a series of macabre photographs comes to light. Memento mori with a twist.When Scotland Yard begins exhumations, Penny and Inspector James Blakely are daunted by the size of the investigation. The case is brought to a simple conclusion when the poisoner confesses. Or so everyone thinks.As the body count rises, the search extends across London to the warren of caves beneath Chislehurst. Few can match the cunning of a serial poisoner. Not only is Penny outwitted, she could also lose her livelihood. less