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A Curious Beginning (Veronica Speedwell Mystery),Used
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The New York Times bestselling author of the Lady Julia Grey mysteries returns once more to Victorian England and introduces intrepid adventuress Veronica Speedwell....London, 1887. After burying her spinster aunt, orphaned Veronica Speedwell is free to resume her world travels in pursuit of scientific inquiryand the occasional romantic dalliance. As familiar with hunting butterflies as with fending off admirers, Veronica intends to embark upon the journey of a lifetime.But fate has other plans when Veronica thwarts her own attempted abduction with the help of an enigmatic German baron, who offers her sanctuary in the care of his friend Stoker, a reclusive and badtempered natural historian. But before the baron can reveal what he knows of the plot against her, he is found murderedleaving Veronica and Stoker on the run from an elusive assailant as wary partners in search of the villainous truth.
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- Q: What is the genre of 'A Curious Beginning'? A: 'A Curious Beginning' by Deanna Raybourn is a historical mystery novel set in Victorian England, featuring elements of adventure and romance.
- Q: Who is the main character in the book? A: The main character is Veronica Speedwell, an intrepid adventuress and butterfly hunter who embarks on a thrilling journey.
- Q: What is the setting of the story? A: The story is set in London during the year 1887, a time characterized by Victorian society and its unique challenges.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'A Curious Beginning' contains a total of 339 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'A Curious Beginning' is bound in hardcover, making it durable and suitable for collection.
- Q: Is this book suitable for fans of historical fiction? A: Yes, readers who enjoy historical fiction, particularly set in the Victorian era, will likely appreciate the rich setting and character development in this novel.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as in 'Good' condition, indicating it is used but still in acceptable shape for reading.
- Q: When was 'A Curious Beginning' published? A: 'A Curious Beginning' was published on January 1, 2015.
- Q: Is there a sequel to this book? A: Yes, 'A Curious Beginning' is the first book in the Veronica Speedwell Mystery series, which includes several sequels.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A Curious Beginning'? A: The author of 'A Curious Beginning' is Deanna Raybourn, known for her captivating historical mystery novels.