The Foulest Thing: A Dominion Archives Mystery

Junior archivist Jess Novak discovers a series of mysterious letters, chronicling life in Paris at the start of the Great War, and stumbles upon a corpse in the Dominion Archives. She is then stalked by a menacing figure and must unravel a World War I–era mystery, solve a murder, and save her own life before it's too late.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2022
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company

Get ready to be captivated by a thrilling new mystery series from the acclaimed author of "The Honeybee Emeralds." Set in the historic Dominion Archives in Ottawa, Canada, Junior Archivist Jess Novak embarks on a journey of intrigue and suspense. With her colleagues undermining her, her boss harboring animosity towards her, and her only romantic prospect concealing a whiskey bottle in his desk, Jess is determined to make a good impression in her new role.

However, her luck seems to change when she stumbles upon a series of mysterious letters that chronicle life in Paris at the onset of the Great War. Intrigued by the prospect of career advancement, Jess delves into research in the Dominion's art vault, where she uncovers a startling discovery—the body of one of her colleagues.

As if finding a corpse wasn't enough to send shivers down her spine, Jess begins to feel like she is being stalked by a menacing figure. The tension mounts as she connects the letters, the murder, and a priceless Rembrandt painting, realizing the gravity of the situation. Jess must navigate a web of treachery, unravel a World War I-era mystery, confront her stalker, solve a murder, and, above all, save her own life before it's too late.

With her sharp intellect and determination, Jess embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the truth and bring justice to those who have been wronged. "The Dominion Archives Mystery" is a gripping tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat, as Jess navigates through a labyrinth of secrets and lies. Prepare to be immersed in a world of art, history, and danger as Jess races against time to solve the mystery and save her own life.

Weight: 426g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781684428830