Brenna B. (demiducky25) reviewed on 10/14/2009 + 161 more book reviews

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This is the 5th book in Victoria Thompson's Gaslight Mysteries series. In this story, we do see a bit of competition for Sarah's affections in the form of a wealthy, widowed bank owner (introduced in book #4 as her neighbor's son's boss, also happens to be friends with Sarah's parents). In order to have closure over the death of his wife since he felt that he neglected her and didn't take the time to understand her, Sarah goes with him to the Prodigal Son Mission, where his wife used to volunteer to help wayward girls. Sarah becomes impressed by the Mission's goals, makes a donation of clothing, and starts to volunteer there herself. A few days later, Malloy is called to a murder in the park and fears that Sarah Brandt is the victim because the body has the same hair color, is the same size, and is wearing Sarah's trademark outfit and ugly hat. It turns out that the victim is a young woman from the Mission in the clothing Sarah donated. As a result of Malloy identifying the former owner of the clothing, he has to reluctantly accept Sarah's help in solving the case. All-in-all, this was a satisfying read and gives you a glimpse into the wealthy world Sarah left behind when she married Dr. Brandt years ago (we see her go to the opera, attend fancy parties, etc., and try to figure out how to merge her current life of service with the fancier life her parents want her to lead). I also enjoyed Malloy's jealousy throughout the story! :-)

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