{"product_id":"9781761043406","title":"Maude Horton's Glorious Revenge","description":"Author: Pook, Lizzie \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781761043406 \u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd \u003cbr\u003eYear First Published: 2024 \u003cbr\u003ePages: 336 \u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 233mm x 162mm x 24mm \u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaude Horton's Glorious Revenge\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e is a mysterious, transporting tale about the unbreakable bond of sisterhood, from the author of the critically acclaimed \u003ci\u003eMoonlight and the Pearler's Daughter\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLondon, 1850. Constance Horton has disappeared.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaude, her older sister, knows only that Constance abandoned the apothecary they call home, and, disguised as a boy, boarded a ship bound for the Arctic. She never returned. 'A tragic accident', the Admiralty called it. But Maude Horton knows something isn't right.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When she finds Constance's journal, it becomes clear that the truth is being buried by sinister forces. To find answers - and deliver justice for her sister - Maude must step into London's dark underbelly, and into the path of dangerous, powerful men. The kind of men who seek their fortune in the city's horrors, from the hangings at Newgate to the ghoulish waxworks of Madame Tussaud's.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e It is a perilous task. But Maude has dangerous skills of her own . . .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Such a brilliant book! Every page is stuffed with adventure and character, rendered so evocatively you feel like you're dashing around with Maude in 1850. A joyous, propulsive piece of writing from a truly talented writer.' Stuart Turton, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e'Lizzie Pook is a master of suspense. \u003ci\u003eMaude Horton's Glorious Revenge \u003c\/i\u003eis a lush murder mystery set in 19th century London ... An unforgettable, atmospheric thrill ride.' Adriana Trigiani, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Good Left Undone\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A gripping adventure story . . . I loved it.' Emma Stonex, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Lamplighters\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e'Grisly, addictive fun . . . I devoured it in 24 hours.' Emilia Hart, author of\u003ci\u003e Weyward\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e'This story will keep you turning pages deep into the night.' Margaret DeRosia, author of \u003ci\u003eEight Strings\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e'Rip-roaring and guillotine sharp - I couldn't tear myself away.' Ellory Lloyd, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Club\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e'Adventurous and beautifully written, I loved the clever, propulsive storytelling and the wealth of historical detail . . . so accomplished, I thoroughly enjoyed it.' Rosie Andrews, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Leviathan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Dark, thrilling \u0026amp; completely absorbing, MAUDE is glorious. Lizzie Pook taps into a centuries-long fascination with true crime taking us from the Arctic via gruesome hangings into Madame Tussaud's. I loved Maude and was rooting for her from the get-go. BRAVO!' Nikki May, author of \u003ci\u003eWahala\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45331608600734,"sku":"UBD-9781761043406","price":34.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781761043406.jpg?v=1744772266","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781761043406","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}