by M. J. Adamson

In the first book in this gripping historical mystery series, Boston police reporter Michael Merrick investigates a series of fires--one of which led to murder--within a local Shaker community.

Praise for Mary Jo Adamson's previous novels:

'An engaging detective story peopled with striking characters.'--Publishers Weekly

'A good, solid mystery that is satisfying and fun.'--The Drood Review of Mystery

'She writes like a dream.'--New York Times Book Review