All that is Hidden by Rhys Bowen and Clare Broyles

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I had read the first in the Molly Murphy series years ago but, for some reason, had not continued with the rest of the series despite having read all of Rhys Bowen's other series, the Her Royal Spyness (which I absolutely love). I was a bit worried that it might be difficult getting into this latest ina the series; however, it was easy to jump into the book. I didn't feel lost in the storyline despite this being number nineteen in the series!


In All That is Hidden, Molly is surprised to discover that her husband Daniel is running for the Sherriff of the county of New York on the Tammany Hall ticket. She doesn't think this is at all like him! Not only is he going into politics, but he's also on the ticket running against William Randolph Hurst. Molly and Daniel are loaned a fancy house on 5th Avenue as part of the job. The move to higher society brings some strange political dealings, backroom conversations, and ultimately, a murder for Molly and Daniel to solve.


The book has good character building, and I loved the time period. The descriptions of the buildings, people, clothes and dialogue made it feel like you were investigating alongside Molly. Unfortunately, the ending felt rushed and not quite as strong as the rest of the book.  


Thank you to Netgalley, the authors, and the publisher for this review copy. I heartily recommend it.

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