Miss Nightingale's Gala

A Sherlock Holmes and Lucy James Mystery

By: Anna Elliott, Charles Veley

Narrated by: Dallin Bradford, Iona Campbell

Florence Nightingale's charity gala could turn from posh to perilous. Can Sherlock and Lucy save the evening and serve up justice? London, 1902: a charity bash sponsored by none other than "The Lady with the Lamp" is the talk of the town. The gala's coming up soon at the Carlton Hotel, where the new King dines and César Ritz reigns, But when a crucial researcher is murdered, the gala's not just about gourmet dishes by Escoffier anymore – it's a recipe for disaster. Enter Sherlock Holmes, Lucy, and their plucky sidekicks, Becky and Flynn, diving fork-first into a stew of secrets and high society shenanigans. With the future of St. Thomas Hospital's funding on the line, they're racing to sift through the clues and unmask a conspiracy that's more tangled than last season's waltz steps.

This series combines the allure of traditional mysteries with modern narrative twists, appealing to a wide spectrum of readers with charming, atmospheric settings, quirky characters, and clever, fast-paced plots. If your detective heart races at Conan Doyle's mastery, Agatha Christie's puzzles, and Lee Child's narrative punch, then "Miss Nightingale's Gala" is your next must. It's where period elegance meets the thrill of the sleuth. Ready to crash the most thrilling gala of the season? Join Sherlock, Lucy, and company in this opulent mystery. Secure your invitation to "Miss Nightingale's Gala" – where intrigue is the guest of honor.

©2023 Charles Veley and Anna Elliott (P)2024 Charles Veley and Anna Elliott

Exciting historical fiction

Love this series! This mystery had an interesting plot, kept me guessing, and had lots of action. Also, I learned some interesting things about that historical time. Narration was great. Highly recommend!