Introducing the
Lucy Ferrars Detective Novels
Embark on a journey of mystery, suspense, and historical intrigue with Lucy Ferrars Detective in these compelling crime novels by author Chris Corbett. Each installment promises an immersive experience into the captivating world of Lucy's investigations.
Lucy's Investigations - The Witches Curricle (1803)
In the City of Bath a beautiful young aristocrat is suspected of murder. In a world of flattery, intrigue, jealousy and deception it will take all of Lucy's guile to uncover the chilling truth.
Includes 5 colour illustrations & 1 black and white
The Legacy of Minos (1804)
This adventure sees Lucy travel to York. Mrs Ferrars' assistance sought when a horse and jewels vanish. But bizarre poems create an increasing menace and family rivalries pitch her into a desperate race against time.
Includes 4 colour illustrations & 1 black and white
Little Sharp Eyes (1805)
It is the year of the Battle of Trafalgar and Napoleon Bonaparte's army prepares to invade England. Lucy's help is needed by the Government to prevent disaster and soon she will, literally, be living on her wits.
A gallop to the gallows (1807)
The murder of a stable lad seems a small matter to take Lucy and her friend Caroline to East Yorkshire. But when a Lord is stabbed to death local rivalries take a far more sinister turn.
Includes 18 colour illustrations
Viscountess of Serpents (1808)
In their most complex case yet Lucy and Caroline make their way to Devon. In Lucy’s home county deceit, vanity, ambition and cold blooded murder are so coiled up it seems nothing can separate them.
Includes 14 colour illustrations
Short Stories – Caroline’s Cabinet
(1804-1808)
From her workbooks Lucy’s friend and helper selects, from each month of the year, twelve cases which in their range demonstrate the complimentary and at times contradictory abilities of the wealthy aristocrat and the girl made good! There is also an illustrated Georgian Ladies Fashion Guide!
Includes 14 colour illustrations
