A Fortune Most Fatal

''A note-perfect crime caper'' RED

Welcome to Godmersham Park, 1797.

Jane Austen is spending the summer with her estranged brother, Neddy. As heir to wealthy widow Mrs Knight''s fortune, it is imperative that Neddy stays in his benefactor''s good graces.

But upon arrival in Kent, Jane realises Neddy is in dire need of her help. For a mysterious young woman currently resides with Mrs Knight - a stranger named Eleanor, who threatens to swindle the inheritance for herself.

Jane must uncover who Eleanor is, to protect the fortunes - and fate - of her entire family. But when her investigation takes a dangerous turn, can she solve the mystery - and save them all?

Praise for Miss Austen Investigates

''Richly imagined and wonderfully plotted'' S.J. BENNETT
''Jessica Bull combines genteel Georgian country living with the lively intrigue of a whodunnit to create a very satisfying read'' SUNDAY EXPRESS
''I adored it...fresh fiendish and funny. Much like Jane herself'' JENNIE GODFREY
''Brilliant'' WOMAN & HOME

Why readers LOVE the Miss Austen Investigates series

''A cracking premise, brilliantly executed. Jessica Bull knows her Austen!'' 5***** reader review
''Fresh and witty'' 5***** reader review
''I was hooked from the start'' 5***** reader review
''An absolute triumph'' 5***** reader review
''Perfect for any fan of a cosy crime and historical fiction'' 5***** reader review<>

Product details

• Authors: Jessica Bull
• Publisher: Penguin Books Uk
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 15.01.2026
• EAN: 9781405956703
• ISBN: 978-1-4059-5670-3
• No. of pages: 368
• Dimensions: 129 mm x 198 mm x 35 mm
• Subjects: Fiction > Suspense; Fiction > Suspense > Historical crime novels; Kent, FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Historical, FICTION / Historical / General, FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Women Sleuths, FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Cozy / General, FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Amateur Sleuth, FICTION / Crime, Crime & mystery, Historical fiction, FICTION / Thrillers / Crime, Thriller / suspense fiction, Historical crime and mysteries, Crime and mystery: women sleuths, Crime and mystery: private investigator / amateur detectives, Crime and mystery: cosy mystery, c 1790 to c 1799