First published 1985
Sixteen-year-old Sally Lockhart is haunted by her father's last words: "Beware the seven blessings." When an employee dies of fear upon hearing them, Sally is thrust into a treacherous underworld search for clues about her father's death. Pursued by ruthless villains, she unravels a web of opium trade and stolen gemstones, realizing she holds the key to both dark mysteries. In a race against time, Sally must outwit the cutthroats closing in and uncover the truth - even if it costs her life.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, mystery, 19th-century
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: amateur-sleuth, pursuit
Setting: London (England), Great Britain, England, London
Period: 19th century, Victoria, 1837-1901
230 pages · Paperback · Ember