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A Sinister Revenge: A Veronica Speedwell Mystery, Book 8

A Sinister Revenge: A Veronica Speedwell Mystery, Book 8

by Deanna Raybourn (Author)

Veronica must find and stop a devious killer when a group of old friends is targeted for death in this new adventure from the New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award-nominated author Deanna Raybourn.Veronicas natural-historian beau, Stoker, has been away in Bavaria for months and their relationship is at an impasse. But when Veronica shows up before him with his brother, Tiberius, Lord Templeton-Vane, he is lured back home by an intriguing job offer: preparing an iguanodon for a very special dinner party.Tiberius has received a cryptic message—along with the obituaries of two recently deceased members of his old group of friends, the Seven Sinners—that he too should get his affairs in order. Realizing he is in grave danger but not knowing why, he plans a reunion party for the remaining Sinners at his family estate to lure the killer out while Veronica and Stoker investigate.As the guests arrive and settle in, the evenings events turn deadly. More clues come to light, leading Veronica, Stoker, and Tiberius to uncover a shared past among the Sinners that has led to the fatal present. But the truth might be far more sinister than what they were prepared for.

A Sinister Revenge: A Veronica Speedwell Mystery, Book 8

In this gripping historical mystery, Veronica Speedwell and her intrepid companion, Stoker, are drawn into a dangerous game of revenge and deceit.

Veronica Speedwell and her trusted companion, Stoker, find themselves in the midst of a sinister plot when they are called to investigate the murder of a prominent scientist. The victim, Professor Thomas Marwood, was a brilliant inventor whose work had the potential to revolutionize warfare. As Veronica and Stoker delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of secrets and betrayals that reach the highest levels of society.

Haunted by her own tragic past, Veronica is determined to bring the killer to justice. But as she gets closer to the truth, she realizes that she is not the only one seeking revenge. A shadowy figure from her past has emerged from the shadows, determined to exact a terrible retribution.

With danger lurking around every corner, Veronica and Stoker must race against time to stop a sinister revenge plot that could have devastating consequences. As they navigate a treacherous path through a world of deception and betrayal, they will need all their wits and courage to survive.

A Sinister Revenge is a thrilling addition to the Veronica Speedwell mystery series, filled with heart-pounding action, intriguing historical detail, and the unforgettable characters that readers have come to love.

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