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Susan J. Morris

    Harker & Moriarty: Strange Beasts
    Shadowmoor. Shadowmoor cycle : anthology
    Strange Beasts
    • Harker & Moriarty: Strange Beasts

      A Thrilling Gaslamp Fantasy With Stabby Heroines and Mysterious Murders

      • 384 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      In Belle Epoque Paris, a monster is on the loose, targeting powerful men, and it may take a woman to stop it. Samantha Harker, a researcher at the Royal Society for the Study of Abnormal Phenomena, is more accustomed to dealing with papercuts than knife fights. However, she possesses a unique ability to delve into the minds of monsters, a skill that could either solve the case or land her in an asylum. Dr. Helena Moriarty, the Society’s top agent, has built a successful career despite the dark legacy of her infamous father. With a history of partners meeting mysterious ends, the elusive Professor Moriarty looms in the background. Their investigation leads them from the opulence of Paris' opera house to its shadowy catacombs, confronting magic, monsters, and men. As their partnership develops, deeper feelings emerge. This narrative weaves together the worlds of Dracula and Sherlock Holmes, offering a thrilling exploration of feminine power. Readers have praised it as a captivating blend of murder mystery, gothic horror, fantasy, and historical fiction, highlighting its strong female characters and dark atmosphere.

      Harker & Moriarty: Strange Beasts2025
    • Strange Beasts

      A thrilling gaslamp fantasy full of stabby heroines, slow-burn romance and mortal peril

      • 384 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      Set in a unique historical fantasy realm, this narrative intertwines the iconic characters of Dracula and Sherlock Holmes. As the two worlds merge, readers are taken on a suspenseful journey filled with mystery and supernatural elements, exploring themes of good versus evil. The story promises to deliver an engaging blend of horror and detective work, showcasing the brilliance of Holmes against the dark allure of Dracula. Expect unexpected twists and a captivating atmosphere that reimagines these classic figures in a fresh context.

      Strange Beasts2024
      4,0
    • Shadowmoor. Shadowmoor cycle : anthology

      • 308 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      A compilation of nine short stories spanning the world of Lorwyn includes the saga of a high-ranking elf disfigured in battle, who must accept help from those he despises or face death at the hands of his own people.

      Shadowmoor. Shadowmoor cycle : anthology2008
      3,4