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A Dangerous Business by Jane Smiley
A Dangerous Business by Jane Smiley
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206 Pages, Paperback
23cm x 15cm (C-Format)
PUBLISHED 2022
Condition: LIKE NEW: This book is almost as new, with no damage nor defects
Goodreads Rating: 3.17 * 7,950 ratings * 1,228 reviews
Genres: Historical Fiction/Mystery/Westerns/Adult Fiction
From the esteemed Pulitzer Prize-winning and best-selling author of "A Thousand Acres", comes a gripping mystery set in 1850s Gold Rush California. Follow the thrilling tale of two young "Ladies of the Night", best friends Eliza and Jean, as they embark on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth behind a series of missing girls.
In the bustling town of Monterey in 1851, Eliza Ripple finds herself working in a brothel after the tragic death of her husband. Initially, life seems bearable with a kind madam, well-behaved men, and financial security. However, when the lifeless bodies of young women start appearing on the outskirts of town, a sinister darkness descends upon Eliza that she cannot ignore.
With her loyal friend Jean by her side and drawing inspiration from her readings, particularly Edgar Allan Poe's detective Dupin, Eliza delves into a web of clues to track down the killer. Amidst the growing suspicion surrounding her clients, Eliza and Jean are determined not only to survive but to thrive in a lawless town on the edge of the Wild West, where beauty and danger collide.
As the looming threat of the Civil War hangs overhead, Eliza and Jean navigate the treacherous waters of a world where being a woman is a perilous endeavor. As Mrs. Parks wisely remarks, "Everyone knows that this is a dangerous business, but between you and me, being a woman is a dangerous business, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise." Join Eliza and Jean on their daring quest for justice in a riveting tale of courage, friendship, and resilience.
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