The Agency: A Spy in the House

A lady detective and her handsome rival solve murders in Victorian London, in a series full of mystery, thrilling twists and romance

An action-packed YA mystery novel set in Victorian London, about the newest recruit to a secret ladies' detective agency, perfect for fans of The Agency for Scandal and A Grave Inheritance.

Seventeen-year-old Mary Quinn has just completed her training at the Agency: a secret all-female organization of investigators who use their wit and bravery to uncover crimes in Victorian London. Mary's first mission involves tracking down stolen Indian artefacts. The prime suspect? Lord Thorold, a prominent businessman.

Mary infiltrates his house by posing as a companion for Lord Thorold's spoilt daughter. As she gathers clues – with the help of the mysterious and dashing James Easton – Mary realizes that they're both in grave danger. Someone is willing to kill to keep their secrets.

And Mary is hiding her own secret: her mixed-race heritage.


Read all the thrilling books in The Agency series!

A Spy in the House
The Body in the Tower
The Traitor in the Tunnel
Rivals in the City

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