In
mystery fifteen, Midwife Sarah Brandt comes face to face with
the people who deserted Catherine, the child she is caring
for. When Catherine came to Sarah she couldn’t speak.
Emotionally, she’s come a long way while living with
Sarah. Now a woman claiming to be Catherine’s nursemaid
appears, ready to return the Catherine to her mother. The
same nursemaid is found dead, which has Detective Malloy in
search of Catherine’s father. Malloy and Sarah discover
a family of self-absorbed snobs. It’s a long emotional
ride for Sarah as she realizes she will have to give Catherine
back.
Sarah’s
parents get involved with the murder due to the father’s
identity. Malloy needs Sarah’s father to approach Catherine’s
father. Malloy is well versed in the workings of the New York
social classes. Sarah’s mother sees Catherine as her
first granddaughter. It takes a tragedy to enlighten Sarah’s
father -- and he actually discovers his wife can think for
herself (Halleluiah!).
For me,
the mystery really takes off with the second murder. It throws
everyone in to a spin – everyone but the murderer, who
is an expert in hiding and plans each step well in advance.
The mystery takes Sarah and Malloy on some wild goose chases.
They eventually discover what’s really going on but
it’s too late… Fans will certainly be holding
their breath at the conclusion…
The
Gaslight series is one that takes me away. I forget my surroundings
the moment I open the book. Murder in Chelsea is
a well thought out mystery; loads of red herrings. I was so
sure I had it solved but realized at the end I was so wrong.The
main characters have come a long way, and now it looks like
they’re heading into a new direction. Without a doubt
series fans will come away satisfied.
Reviews
of other titles in this series
Murder
on Astor Place #1 [review]
Murder on St Mark's Place #2 [review]
Murder on Lenox Hill #7 [review]
Murder on Sisters' Row #13 [review]
Murder on Fifth Avenue #14 [review]
Murder in Chelsea #15 [review]
Murder in Murray Hill #16 [review]
Murder on Amsterdam Avenue #17 [review]
Murder in the Bowery #20 [review]
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