Synopses & Reviews
Award-winning author Rhys Bowen marries charming storytelling with an edge-of-your-seat mystery set in early twentieth-century New York City in BLESS THE BRIDE
With Molly Murphys wedding to NYPD Captain Daniel Sullivan quickly approaching, the Irish P.I. heads to the Westchester County countryside, where Daniels mother can counsel her on a brides proper place. Surprisingly, Molly seems to be agreeing with her future mother-in-laws advice. Molly promises to leave her detective work behind and settle down after becoming Daniels wife…but she isnt married yet. So when she gets word of a possible case, Molly sneaks back into the city to squeeze in a little more sleuthing before the wedding bells can ring.
“Mollys compassion and pluck should attract more readers to this consistently solid historical series.”—Publishers Weekly
A wealthy Chinese immigrant wants Molly to find his missing bride. Molly has a hunch that his intended has run off. But where could she have gone—and where would she be? The only Chinese women of the era are kept under house arrest, and Molly cant help but wonder whether shes saving the bride-to-be from the streets…or helping to lock her away for good.
“New York [is] evocatively recreated…a colorful series.”—Chicago Tribune
Review
Praise for Rhys Bowen and her Molly Murphy mysteries… THE LAST ILLUSION
“Winning…The gutsy Molly, whos no prim Edwardian miss, will appeal to fans of contemporary female detectives.”—Publishers Weekly
“This historical mystery delivers a top-notch, detail-rich story full of intriguing characters. Fans of the 1920s private detective Maisie Dobbs should give this series a try.”—Booklist
IN A GILDED CAGE
“This installment outshines the others in character development and plot complexity. Details of Mollys new cases are knit together with the accoutrements of 1918 New York City life…Dont miss this great period puzzler reminiscent of Dame Agathas mysteries and Gillian Linscotts Nell Bray series.”—Booklist
“Delightful…Bowen does a splendid job of capturing the flavor of early 20th-century New York and bringing to life its warm and human inhabitants.”—Publishers Weekly
“Feisty, independent Molly and the historical New York background give good value.”—Kirkus Reviews
TELL ME, PRETTY MAIDEN
“Winning…Its all in a days work for this delightfully spunky heroine.”—Publishers Weekly
“For readers who love mysteries more for character development than puzzle solving, the seventh Molly Murphy novel… does not disappoint.”—Booklist“Sharp historical backgrounds and wacky adventures.”—Kirkus Reviews
IN DUBLINS FAIR CITY“Readers will surely testify that Murphy has become one of their favorite characters…This book is a keeper.”—Tampa Tribune “Enjoyable charm and wit.”—Baltimore Sun
“Molly is an indomitable creature…The book bounces along in the hands of Ms. Bowen and her Molly, and there is no doubt that she will be back causing trouble.”—Washington Times
“The feisty Molly rarely disappoints in this rousing yarn seasoned with a dash of Irish history.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
OH DANNY BOY
“Entertains readers and teaches them about the immigrant experience…charming.”—Tampa Tribune
“Murder, mayhem, disease, and death…reliable period thrills for Mollys fans.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Another outstanding mystery.”—Library Journal
“Excellent.”—Toronto Globe & Mail
IN LIKE FLYNN
“An evocatively recreated picture of New York Citys Greenwich Village in 1902 and the citys rich upstate suburbs…[a] colorful series, a worthy extension of the Maan Meyers ‘Dutchman books about historical Gotham.”—Chicago Tribune
“Bowens best.”—Toronto Globe & Mail
FOR THE LOVE OF MIKE
“Compelling…Rhys Bowen continues her evocative look at the immigrant experience in her third Murphy novel.”—Hartford Courant
“Add brutal city gangs, seamy politics, bribed policemen, even a sweatshop fire, and you have the usual mix that makes Bowens books so entertaining.”—Tampa Tribune
DEATH OF RILEY “Entertaining.”—Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
“A fresh and irrepressible new heroine.”—Romantic Times
MURPHYS LAW
“History-mystery fans should add Molly to their list of characters to follow.”—Booklist
“[We] look forward to Mollys return.”—Chicago Tribune
“Bowen tells a phenomenal story, and it will be a real treat to see what fate has in store for Molly and Daniel!”—Romantic Times (Top Pick)
Synopsis
Award-winning author of In Farleigh Field Rhys Bowen marries charming storytelling with an edge-of-your-seat mystery set in early twentieth-century New York City in BLESS THE BRIDE
With Molly Murphy's wedding to NYPD Captain Daniel Sullivan quickly approaching, the Irish P.I. heads to the Westchester County countryside, where Daniel's mother can counsel her on a bride's proper place. Surprisingly, Molly seems to be agreeing with her future mother-in-law's advice. Molly promises to leave her detective work behind and settle down after becoming Daniel's wife...but she isn't married yet. So when she gets word of a possible case, Molly sneaks back into the city to squeeze in a little more sleuthing before the wedding bells can ring.
A wealthy Chinese immigrant wants Molly to find his missing bride. Molly has a hunch that his intended has run off. But where could she have gone--and where would she be? The only Chinese women of the era are kept under house arrest, and Molly can't help but wonder whether she's saving the bride-to-be from the streets...or helping to lock her away for good.
Synopsis
Bless the Bride
Rhys Bowen
Award-winning author Rhys Bowen marries charming storytelling with an edge-of-your-seat mystery set in early twentieth-century New York City in BLESS THE BRIDE
With Molly Murphys wedding to NYPD Captain Daniel Sullivan quickly approaching, the Irish P.I. heads to the Westchester County countryside, where Daniels mother can counsel her on a brides proper place. Surprisingly, Molly seems to be agreeing with her future mother-in-laws advice. Molly promises to leave her detective work behind and settle down after becoming Daniels wife…but she isnt married yet. So when she gets word of a possible case, Molly sneaks back into the city to squeeze in a little more sleuthing before the wedding bells can ring.
A wealthy Chinese immigrant wants Molly to find his missing bride. Molly has a hunch that his intended has run off. But where could she have gone—and where would she be? The only Chinese women of the era are kept under house arrest, and Molly cant help but wonder whether shes saving the bride-to-be from the streets…or helping to lock her away for good.
About the Author
Rhys Bowens novels have received a remarkable number of distinctions, including the Anthony, Agatha, and Macavity Awards as well as the Bruce Alexander Historical Award and the Herodotus Award. She is also the author of the Royal Spyness series and the Edgar Awardnominated Constable Evans mysteries. Born in England,s he now lives in San Rafael, California, with her husband. Visit her online at www.rhysbowen.com.