Karen Charlton
4 SeriesKaren Charlton, an English author from the North Yorkshire coast, debuted with her novel "Catching the Eagle." The book is inspired by the true story of her husband's ancestor, Jamie Charlton, a notorious criminal. Charlton's discovery of this character in her family tree sparked her venture into historical fiction.
In "The Heiress of Linn Hagh" by Karen Charlton, Detective Lavender investigates the mysterious disappearance of a beautiful young heiress from her locked bedchamber, amid rumors of witchcraft. Stonewalled by uncooperative servants and family members, Lavender faces additional pressure from a group of farmers threatening to take justice into their own hands. As he delves deeper, Lavender uncovers a web of family secrets and deception, navigating a volatile family feud. This challenging case tests Lavender's skills as he seeks the truth behind the heiress's vanishing.
