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A Grave Robbery

A Veronica Speedwell Mystery, Book 9

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A Grave Robbery

By: Deanna Raybourn
Narrated by: Angèle Masters
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Veronica and Stoker discover that not all fairy tales have happy endings, and some end in murder, in this latest historical mystery from New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award-nominated author Deanna Raybourn.

Lord Rosemorran has purchased a wax figure of a beautiful reclining woman and asks Stoker to incorporate a clockwork mechanism to give the Rosemorran Collection its own Sleeping Beauty in the style of Madame Tussaud’s. But when Stoker goes to cut the mannequin open to insert the mechanism, he makes a gruesome discovery: this is no wax figure. The mannequin is the beautifully preserved body of a young woman who was once very much alive. But who would do such a dreadful thing, and why?

Sleuthing out the answer to this question sets Veronica and Stoker on their wildest adventure yet. From the underground laboratories of scientists experimenting with electricity to resurrect the dead in the vein of Frankenstein to the traveling show where Stoker once toured as an attraction, the gaslit atmosphere of London in October is the perfect setting for this investigation into the unknown. Through it all, the intrepid pair is always one step behind the latest villain—a man who has killed once and will stop at nothing to recover the body of the woman he loved. Will they unmask him in time to save his next victim? Or will they become the latest figures to be immortalized in his collection of horrors?

©2024 Deanna Raybourn (P)2024 Penguin Audio
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Critic reviews

“The very definition of a gleeful romp…the historical mystery novels of Deanna Raybourn…sparkle with wit and vigor and feminist-forward thinking.” -Sarah Weinman, The New York Times

"A puzzling mystery bolstered by an exploration of bizarre Victorian mores." -Kirkus

“...possibly the best in the series, with Raybourn’s trademark banter, innuendo, and outstanding lead characters, along with a fascinating plot and supporting cast.” -Library Journal (starred review)

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characters are truly interesting

this wasn't as great as the previous books but original story and historically interesting. love the characters and can't figure out why it hasn't been made into a video series!

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Always enjoy a good murder mystery

Another. Veronica Speedwell book that didn’t disappoint!
Awaiting patiently for the next one.
If you love a light hearted mystery then please don’t hesitate to download this book.

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Excellent!

Perhaps my favorite in the series so far... And there have been a few I'd never say that about!

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excellent

Another great Veronica story, nice to see a new character introduced. The narration for these stories are the best, can't wait for the next adventure.

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Another Outstanding Read

I seriously love the Veronica Speedwell Series and this one does not disappoint. I am always truly sad when I finish the book because I want more, I love the characters and their interactions. Can’t wait for the next one!

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Better than last but….

This is a good installment in the series but plotting is not quite up to the standard set by the earliest books in the series. The plot is just to straight forward without the depth of new characters or setting. And alas, the long endearments between Veronica and Stoker are enjoyable in the way a of a dessert that is just a bit too large and sweet. Taken as a whole, it feels like a final book and as such is good enough.

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Good ending for the series

This was a good ending for the series. I wish they would make a British TV series for it.

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Best yet

I love this series, and it is good that it is continuing. This has to be one of the best. All the twists and turns keep you engaged. Beautiful read. 

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Always enjoyable!

I just did a re-read of all the books in the series before reading this one, and I am astonished by how smitten I still am by all of it. The characters, the story, the dialogue, the settings, it’s all wonderful and delightful and I just can’t say enough good things about this series. Also, Angele Masters is absolutely incredible in her performance. I teared up when I heard that this 9th book was dedicated to her. As I only have time to read via audio, I especially appreciate a good performance, but this is a STELLAR performance. I tell everyone who wants a recommendation of some fiction to get into to read this series. So glad I found it. Deanna Raybourn is a genius.

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another great story

i think this is my favorite so far. it was fun to have the whole gang working together.

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