Miss Austen Investigates: The Hapless Milliner: A Novel

Written by Jessica Bull

Narrated by Sarah Cullum

A witty, engaging murder mystery featuring Jane Austen as an intrepid amateur sleuth—the first in a series.
Jane Austen—sparkling, spirited, and incredibly clever—is suddenly thrust into a mystery when a milliner’s dead body is found locked inside a cupboard in the middle of a ball. When Jane’s brother Georgy is found with some jewelry belonging to the deceased, the local officials see it as an open-and-shut case: one which is likely to end with his death. Jane is certain that he is innocent, and there is more to the murder than meets the eye. Her investigations send her on a journey through local society, as Jane’s suspect list keeps on growing— and her keen observational skills of people will be put to the test to solve the crime and save her brother. 

Featuring the same lively wit, insightful social commentary, and relatable characters that have made Jane Austen books into perennial classics, this first entry in the Miss Austen Investigates series is perfect for anyone who enjoyed The Dante Club by Matthew Pearl or other historical mystery books based on real people, as well as fans looking to add to their Jane Austen collection.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Union Square & Co.
• Release date: Feb 27, 2024
• ISBN: 9781454955832

Jessica Bull

JESSICA BULL is the author of Miss Austen Investigates. Addicted to stories, Bull studied English literature at Bristol University, and information Sscience at City University, London. She worked as a librarian (under the false impression that she could sit and read all day) before becoming a communications consultant. Miss Austen Investigates: The Foreign Princess is the second novel in a series. Jessica Bull grew up in South East London, where she still lives, with her husband, their two daughters and far too many pets.