{"product_id":"the-maleficent-maid-9781036701413","title":"The Maleficent Maid","description":"Two crimes, one ticking clock. Suffolk, 1903. William Gardiner stands trial for the brutal stabbing of Rose Harsent, and concerned parties turn to Lawrence Harpham for help in a last-ditch attempt to uncover the truth. As Lawrence delves into the investigation, he finds himself stalked by a mysterious figure, confounding his efforts to bring the murderer to justice. Meanwhile, Violet takes on a puzzling poisoning case from the past, determined to unravel the secrets surrounding a bad-tempered housemaid. Was she a cold-hearted killer or merely a convenient suspect? With time running out and the added distraction of a mysterious stranger at Netherwood, Lawrence and Violet must navigate a treacherous web of deceit and misdirection to solve both cases before it's too late. Perfect for fans of Elly Griffiths, Irina Shapiro, and Emily Organ, The Maleficent Maid is a gripping historical mystery with elements of witchcraft that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the shocking conclusion. _______________________________________________________ Praise for the Lawrence Harpham Mysteries: ★★★★★ This book was a page-turner. I found I did not want to put it down till the mystery was solved. ★★★★★ A book full of mystery and intrigue. ★★★★★ ...gripping mystery with some very evil turns of events. ★★★★★ ...clever and entertaining... ★★★★★ Vivid and captivating dual timeline detective story.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Vinci Books Ltd.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/11\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781036701413\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 267","brand":"Jacqueline Beard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45187009216693,"sku":"9781036701413","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_90428265-43e4-4da5-9ae4-8853078fac9e.jpg?v=1742271035","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-maleficent-maid-9781036701413","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}