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
“Lady Agony’s second outing is a refreshing libation of mystery, wit, and Victorian society, with a twist of romance. Dear Reader, you will ask for another!”
—Dianne Freeman, Agatha Award winning author of the Countess of Harleigh mystery series
“Enjoy the charming characters, a touch of romance, and an unexpected denouement."
—Kirkus Reviews
About Mary
Mary Winters is the Edgar-nominated author of the Lady of Letters historical mystery series. She is also pens cozy mysteries under the name Mary Angela (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.
Latest Blog Post
I traveled a lot this summer, and while I haven’t kept pace with my writing, I have been thinking about writing, and that should count for something, shouldn’t it? The end of May took my family and me to New Orleans, where I found a walking stick similar to Tabitha’s in the Lady of Letters series. (Score!)…
Read MoreAbout 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.
