In the first book in the series, modern day homicide detective Mallory Atkinson somehow woke up in the body of a servant named Catriona in 1869 Edinburgh. She was finally forced to tell her employer the truth of her real identity. Duncan Gray went to medical school but as a man of color he's not trusted enough to be more than an undertaker and unofficial medical examiner. Mallory is now officially his assistant since the truth came out and he needs her help. Men across the city are dropping dead of apparent poisoning and the most likely suspects are their widows. When Duncan's oldest sister is blamed for her husband's poisoning, the clock is running out for them to discover the truth.
This is quickly becoming my favorite new series by this author. The Victorian mystery with a modern twist in Mallory's character is refreshing and unique. The hints of deeper feelings between the two are also intriguing... how will they hide the scandal of an age gap, interracial, master/servant relationship if it ever happens? I can't wait to read the next book!
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