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    Murder on Bank Street: A Gaslight Mystery by Victoria Thompson

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    Synopsis

    The "tantalizing"(Catherine Coulter) Edgar® Award-nominated Gaslight mystery series featuring midwife Sarah Brandt continues.

    In the four years since her husband's death, midwife Sarah Brandt has become an angel of mercy in the tenements of turn-of-the-century New York, helping the less fortunate bring new life into the world--and, with Detective Sergeant Frank Malloy, seeing that justice is done for them.

    Now, Malloy has taken up the task of solving the murder of Dr. Tom Brandt, believing he's found a motive among the families of the doctor's patients. But when he discovers what he believes to be the truth, the shocking revelation may destroy Sarah-- and Malloy's hopes for any future with her . . .

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    Detective Frank Malloy is searching for answers. Four years ago, Dr. Tom Brandt was murdered and his killer never brought to justice. Malloy has since befriended Brandt's widow, Sarah, and believes that it is his duty to solve the case. Sarah has taken it upon herself to continue her late husband's practice by providing midwife services for those who are less fortunate. Sarah has also helped Malloy on several occasions. The bond between them is strong even though they are both afraid of getting too close. Malloy wants to ease Sarah's mind by solving the murder, but what if his search uncovers a truth not even Sarah can comprehend? This novel is another addition to Thompson's Gaslight Mystery series. Those readers who are familiar with the series will not be disappointed. Readers new to Thompson's series might want to read previous entries. Having some background knowledge of Sarah and Malloy will make the story flow more easily. Thompson does an excellent job of shifting the narrative between the two, enabling the reader to see both points of view throughout the novel. Readers will appreciate having a male and female perspective on the same subject. The characters are very well-written, and the story moves quickly. Mystery lovers will thoroughly enjoy this book. Reviewer: Jonatha Bayse

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    Victoria Thompson is the author of more than twenty historical novels.

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    June 17, 2008: In 1893 New York City, widow Sarah Brandt still hopes to learn who murdered her husband Dr. Tom Brandt four years ago although she knows the case is cold as so much time has elapsed. Back when Tom was killed, the police refused to investigate because they only handled cases when they were paid to do so. However, with Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt?s approval, Detective Sergeant Frank Malloy has conducted some inquiries mostly because he is attracted to Sarah and admires her courage and intelligence she has worked with him on his investigations.------------- Frank visits Sarah to allegedly update her on his investigation, but he knows he just wants to see her even with her two ?chaperones?, her ?adopted? daughter Catherine and teenage nanny Maeve Smith. He thinks the motive has to do with Dr. Brandt treating young women but hides the fact that one of their fathers believes the saintly doctor seduced his offspring he probably killed Tom in a rage. He fears his progress will emotionally hurt Sarah, who has the late Tom standing on a pedestal and devastate his hopes for a romantic relationship with her. However, he also knows if she learns the truth from another source, he will be kicked to the curb.--------------- Fans of the Gaslight Mystery series have waited a long time to learn who killed Dr. Tom and why MURDER ON BANK STREET answers these questions and much more as readers will agree the wait was worth it. The story line is fast-paced especially the last quarter while also providing insight to 1890s New York. Fascinatingly Maeve plays a much greater role in this novel and brings youthful freshness to the mix. A terrific entry, fans will want to know if Frank solves the case as to who and why and if so will he tell Sarah.------------- Harriet Klausner