The Anatomist's Wife (Book 1)

In the riveting debut of "The First Lady Darby Mystery", readers are introduced to a captivating story set in Scotland in the year 1830. Lady Darby, a widow seeking solace in her passion for painting at her sister's estate, finds herself thrust into a house party for the elite of London society. Despite her attempts to avoid scrutiny, Kiera is condemned by those who view her as unnatural, much like her late husband who used her artistic skills for sinister purposes in his role as an anatomist.

Eager to move past her troubled past, Kiera's plans are derailed when a guest at the house party is found murdered. Her brother-in-law enlists her help in solving the crime, utilizing her knowledge of human anatomy in collaboration with the insufferable Sebastian Gage, a fellow guest with a background in investigative work. Though Gage proves to be more skilled than Kiera initially expected, she remains wary as accusations and gossip threaten to tarnish her reputation.

As Kiera and Gage delve deeper into their investigation, they uncover increasingly gruesome truths that suggest a dangerous perpetrator is at large. Despite receiving warnings to cease their inquiries, Lady Darby remains resolute in her determination to protect her family and clear her name, even at the risk of becoming the next victim.

With an original premise, a mysterious heroine, and a captivating setting in the Scottish Highlands, "The First Lady Darby Mystery" promises readers a tale they won't be able to put down, as they follow Kiera's journey to uncover the truth and confront the dark forces at play.

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