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The Crown Jewel Mystery
A Mystery Novella by Charles Veley
Book 4 of the Sherlock and Lucy Mysteries Series
Subgenres:
- Historical Fiction,
- Victorian London,
- Action & Adventure
This book is for you if you're into...
- Victorian heist stories with hostages and hidden treasures
- Father-daughter mysteries where neither knows the other's identity
- Bank robberies tangled with personal secrets and high-stakes suspense
Heists, Hostages, and Hidden Gems: Will Sherlock and Lucy Cross Paths Before It's Too Late?
London, 1895: American actress Lucy James steps into the Capital and Counties Bank chasing a clue to her mysterious past—but instead walks straight into a brazen bank heist. Trapped with young Johnny Rockefeller and a room full of hostages, Lucy discovers the robbers are after a priceless crown jewel hidden in the vault.
Outside, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson arrive to investigate a murdered bank guard and a ruthless femme fatale pulling the strings. But neither knows the other is working the same case. Lucy has no idea the world's greatest detective is her father—and Holmes doesn't yet know the bold young woman inside is his daughter.
As danger escalates, Lucy must rely on her wits to outsmart the criminals, while Holmes races to unravel the conspiracy from outside. Can their separate efforts stop a deadly plot, or will the crown jewel's secrets tear their worlds apart before they've even met?
The Crown Jewel Mystery is a dazzling Victorian action adventure mystery packed with daring heists, clever twists, and sparkling suspense. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Deanna Raybourn, and gripping historical mysteries.
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