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The Case of the Missing Maid

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by Rob Osler
Nicol Zanzarella
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Rough-around-the-edges Harriet Morrow has long been drawn to the idea of whizzing around the city on her bicycle as a professional detective, solving crimes for a living without having to take a husband. She seizes the chance when the prestigious Prescott Agency hires her as its first woman operative. The move sparks controversy—with skeptical male colleagues, a high-strung office secretary, and her boss, Mr. Theodore Prescott, all waiting for her to unravel under the pressure . . .
Harriet has an assignment: Discover the whereabouts of a missing maid from one of the most extravagant mansions on Prairie Avenue. Owner Pearl Bartlett has a reputation for sending operatives on wild goose chases around her grand estate, but Harriet believes the stunningly beautiful Agnes Wozniak has indeed vanished under mysterious circumstances . . .
With Mr. Prescott pushing a hard deadline, Harriet's burgeoning career depends on working through a labyrinth of eccentric characters and murky motives in a race to discover who made Agnes disappear. When her search leads to Chicago's Polish community and a new friendship in Agnes's charming older sister, Barbara, clues scattered across the city slowly reveal just how much depends on Harriet's inexperienced investigation for answers . . . and the deep danger that awaits once she learns the truth.

  • Creators

  • Series

    Harriet Morrow Investigates

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    February 4, 2025

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9798331911959
      • File size: 276108 KB
      • Duration: 09:35:12

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Nicol Zanzarella splendidly captures 1890s Chicago and its diverse communities. Listeners meet 21-year-old "Harry" Morrow, who is delighted at being chosen to be the Prescott Agency's first female detective. After enduring prejudice from fellow detectives, Harry visits an elderly woman who claims her maid is missing. Colorful descriptions of buggies, meat plants, streets, and inclement weather enliven the story as Harry investigates on her trusty bicycle. When she meets Agnes's family, Zanzarella deftly provides some Polish phrases and accents. Gradually, Harry's detection skills lead her to enter the gay underground, seeking Agnes's captor. Family life, baked goodies, and phrases such as "unhand me" add a vintage atmosphere. Audio enhances Zanzarella's luminous segues from quiet reactions to life-or-death action, making for a compelling listen. S.G.B. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine

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  • English

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