DEATH IN A DARKENING MIST
An absolute winner [that] moves the notch up several levels when it comes to mystery writing with a historical twinge.
—Don Graves, Canadian Mystery Review
After the turbulence of her first several weeks in King’s Cove, former British intelligence officer Lane Winslow wants nothing more than to finally settle into a nice, quiet life in her new community. But when the body of a Russian man is found at the local hot springs, Lane’s expertise—and remarkable linguistic abilities—prove to be invaluable to the case.
The investigation, led by Inspector Darling, points to the Soviet Union, where Stalin’s purges are eliminating enemies. Further evidence reveals that the reach of Stalin’s agents snakes all the way into a harmless Doukhobor community not far from King’s Cove. Lane’s complicated relationship with Darling is intensified by the perils of the case—and by the discovery of her father’s death during the war.
“The late L.R. Wright’s marvellous mysteries set on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast remain some of my favourite Canadian books. But this second novel by Iona Whishaw, also set in B.C., is every bit as good. Both writers know how to make a book’s setting as important a factor as the plot line or the characters . . . [an] excellent chapter in what appears to be a terrific series.” –Margaret Cannon, Globe and Mail
“Set in 1946, this series cleverly combines both elements of a cozy and a spy thriller, with a heroine who is tough and independent, but harboring secrets of her own . . . The local townspeople are quirky and a nice addition, reminding the reader of another Canadian writer, Louise Penny, who populates her town with interesting characters . . . a series I hope to continue reading.” –Reviewing The Evidence
“An absolute winner [that] moves the notch up several levels when it comes to mystery writing with a historical twinge. The highlight of the writing is the seamless blend of the sense of place into the story line. The impact of both world wars settles into the essence of any place, and this is a sterling example of how place impacts both events and people.” –Don Graves, Canadian Mystery Reviews
“I definitely recommend this series and can’t wait to read more of it! I think this is a series that will continue to get better as it goes along, and the characters really are great fun.” –Luv to Read
