Blood and Circuses

Mystery Detective Fiction Historical Fiction

Description

Phryne Fisher finds herself in a most unusual predicament when she must go undercover at Farrells Circus to investigate a series of suspicious incidents, including poisoned animals and sabotaged equipment. Stripped of her usual finery and identity, she adopts a new name and a role as a trick-horse-rider, navigating the dazzling yet dangerous world of the circus. As Phryne delves deeper, she uncovers a tangled web of secrets and rivalries, questioning what truly connects the seemingly disparate events plaguing the performers and their beloved animals. Greenwood masterfully blends mystery and historical detail, offering a thrilling adventure filled with wit and suspense.