Dear Readers,
I regret to inform you of a murder...

Praise for Mary Winters

“The atmosphere of Victorian London with its class differences are essential elements in this delightful character-driven historical mystery...”

—STARRED REVIEW Library Journal on Murder in Postscript

“Enjoy the charming characters, a touch of romance, and an unexpected denouement."

Kirkus Reviews on

Murder in Masquerade

 

Dashing characters and thwarted romance combine in a charming mystery.

 

Kirkus Reviews on

Murder in Season

 

About Mary

Mary Winters is the Edgar Award-nominated author of the Lady of Letters historical mystery series. She is also the author of two cozy mystery series, which can be found at maryangelabooks.com. A longtime reader and fan of historical fiction, Mary set her latest work in Victorian England after being inspired by a trip to London. Since then, she’s been busily planning her next mystery—and another trip! Mary is represented by Amanda Jain at BookEnds Literary Agency.

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About the Series

A Lady of Letters historical mystery series has been described as Bridgerton meets Murder She Wrote. Set in Victorian London, Murder in Postscript introduces readers to Amelia Amesbury, a countess who moonlights as an advice columnist for a weekly penny magazine. Correspondents pour out problems or agonies in their letters to Lady Agony, and Amelia answers in kind. While she loves her charge Winifred and her favorite aunt Tabitha, she craves the excitement of her secret job and persona. The public is increasingly interested in knowing the mysterious writer behind the signature: Lady Agony.