Publication

2013 - Kensington Books, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

105,000 words, Guess

Page Count

420 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Better World Books9780758265913
  • Better World BooksKT-057-967
  • Open LibraryOL27142560M

Classifications

  • DDC813/.6
  • LCCPS3620.R44535 L33 2013
  • LCCPS3620.R44535

Description

Only a woman with an iron backbone could succeed as an undertaker in Victorian England, but Violet Morgan takes great pride in her trade. While her husband, Graham, is preoccupied with elevating their station in society, Violet is cultivating a sterling reputation for Morgan Undertaking. She is empathetic, well-versed in funeral fashions, and comfortable with death’s role in life—until its chilling rattle comes knocking on her own front door. Violet’s peculiar but happy life soon begins to unravel as Graham becomes obsessed with his own demons and all but abandons her as he plans a vengeful scheme. And the solace she's always found in her work evaporates like a departing soul when she suspects that some of the deceased she's dressed have been murdered. When Graham disappears, Violet takes full control of the business and is commissioned for an undertaking of royal proportions. But she's certain there's a killer lurking in the London fog, and the next funeral may be her own.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Lady of AshesKensington Books2013-01-01

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