“A Most Extraordinary Pursuit is a most extraordinary new mystery—with a spirited heroine to root for, a disappearing duke, and a murder set on the isle of Crete. Steeped in gorgeous Edwardian detail with plot twists and turns galore, it’s a riveting read.”
—Susan Elia MacNeal, New York Times bestselling author of the Maggie Hope series
“Packed with unforgettable characters, exotic settings, and unexpected twists, A Most Extraordinary Pursuit is a delicious adventure from the first word to the last. This book has everything a reader could want: lyrical prose, swashbuckling action, and a heroine worth rooting for. Three cheers for Truelove!”
—Deanna Raybourn, New York Times bestselling author of the Veronica Speedwell Mysteries
“Juliana Gray brilliantly weaves historical detail, classical mythology, and unforgettable characters in this magnificent book. A triumph!”
—Tasha Alexander, New York Times bestselling author of The Adventuress
“If Elizabeth Peters’s Amelia Peabody and Deanna Raybourn’s Lady Julia had an intrepid younger sister, it would, without doubt, be the heroine of Juliana Gray’s new series, Miss Emmeline Truelove. A rollicking good adventure with just a whisper of the supernatural.”
—Lauren Willig, New York Times bestselling author of the Pink Carnation series
“I fell in love with the winsome, witty, and oh-so-clever Emmeline Truelove. Gray’s charming historical mystery flavored by a perfect romance is an utter delight. You’ll devour A Most Extraordinary Pursuit like a luscious box of chocolates, but without any guilt because it’s oh-so-smart.”
—M. J. Rose, New York Times bestselling author of The Witch of Painted Sorrows
“Juliana Gray has a stupendously lyrical voice.”
—Meredith Duran, New York Times bestselling author
“Charming, original characters, a large dose of humor, and a plot that’s fantastic fun.”
—Jennifer Ashley, New York Times bestselling author
“Fresh, clever, and supremely witty. A true delight.”
—Suzanne Enoch, New York Times bestselling author
“Fun, engaging, sensual, and touching . . . Gray’s lyrical writing, intense emotion, and spirited characters carry the sophisticated plot to satisfying fruition.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“Emotionally electric scenes between strong characters make this one a winner.”
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“A literary force to be reckoned with.”
—Booklist (starred review)
“Exquisite characterizations, clever dialogue, and addictive prose.”
—Library Journal (starred review)
“Extraordinary! In turns charming, passionate, and thrilling . . . Juliana Gray is on my autobuy list.”
—Elizabeth Hoyt, New York Times bestselling author