Murder on the Lusitania, A gripping Edwardian whodunnit, Ocean Liner Mysteries Book 1 By Edward Marston

In September 1907, undercover detective George Dillman boards the Lusitania for its maiden voyage from Liverpool to New York. Posing as a first-class passenger, Dillman is secretly hired by the Cunard Line to prevent theft and other crimes. Initially, the journey is uneventful, but things take a turn when the ship's blueprints are stolen, and a murder is discovered. As Dillman investigates, he strikes up an unlikely partnership with fellow passenger Genevieve Masefield. Together, they delve into the mystery, uncovering secrets that not only threaten the ship but also its passengers.

Set aboard the Lusitania, a British ocean liner famous for holding the Blue Riband for the fastest Atlantic crossing, the novel offers rich historical detail. This legendary ship would later meet a tragic fate in 1915 when a German U-boat sank it, leading to the deaths of over a thousand people.

Originally published under the pseudonym Conrad Allen, this novel relaunches Edward Marston’s Ocean Liner series, bringing the maritime mystery to new readers. With a backdrop of early 20th-century luxury and intrigue, this mystery captures the danger and excitement of ocean travel, as Dillman and Masefield race to solve the case before reaching New York. A thrilling combination of historical fiction and detective work, it’s a gripping story of espionage, murder, and high seas adventure. 📚❤️