Fiona Mahoney takes time off from her Post Mortem
Sanitation duties. She reluctantly agrees to investigate two prostitutes’
dubious deaths, when the authorities refuse to do so. Fiona knows the case
lacks any of Jack the Ripper’s usual trademarks. As her investigation takes a
darker turn, she feels torn between three men’s interest. Which man will Fiona
choose? And will this case help her become closer to revealing Jack the Ripper’s
identity?
Fiona has come quite a long way since the first book. However,
she is not done growing. Fiona has endured an emotional setback, and she is
trying valiantly to move past it. I like that she is growing aware of Night
Horse, the Hammer, and Croft’s interests in her. She understands the pros and
cons with each man.
Can I say I am Team Croft? I am happy that Inspector
Grayson Croft plays a prominent role in this book. He is my favorite among
Fiona’s possible love interests. I cannot resist Croft’s gruff and
rough-around-the-corners demeanor. He means well, but he has a rough way of
showing it. There are lines that he refuses to cross, no matter what. I like
how Croft is starting to show his interest in Fiona. Yes, I am aware the two
will face many problems, but I feel he would be a better fit for her.
A TREACHEROUS TRADE is book two in Kerrigan Byrne’s
Victorian-mystery series, THE FIONA MAHONEY MYSTERIES. I feel these in-between
cases are necessary for Fiona to grow sharper and stronger. They are preparing
her to go head-to-head with Jack the Ripper.
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