Lady Darby

Delve into a world where shadows of intrigue dance through the opulent halls of Victorian Scotland in the Lady Darby series by Anna Lee Huber. At the heart of it all is Lady Kiera Darby, a widow with a keen eye for detail and a sharp wit that cuts through societal expectations. Haunted by her past and armed with the anatomical knowledge gifted to her by her late husband, she is determined to carve her own path as a sleuth, unraveling secrets that threaten both her loved ones and her own sense of purpose. In "Mortal Arts," Kiera navigates the treacherous terrain of familial ties and dark affections as she journeys to Edinburgh with her pregnant sister, only to find herself embroiled in a web of old friendships and new tensions when an unsettling disappearance rocks the city. With her former art tutor, a man recently released from an asylum, accused of a crime that may destroy not just his life but also the impending marriage of a dear friend, Kiera must confront both the ghosts of her past and the dangerous machinations of the present. Rich in themes of loyalty, redemption, and the struggle for identity in a world cloaked in judgment, this series combines the elegance of historical fiction with the pulse-pounding thrill of a mystery that demands to be solved. Will Kiera's boldness and intellect lead her to the truth, or will the darkness lurking beneath the surface claim her own heart and spirit? The game is afoot—can you keep up?