The Sound of Gematria

In the last months of the nineteenth century, Euphemia Thorniwork, a mathematical research student at Oxford, collaborates with fellow-student Leo Lazarus to find the body snatchers and the origin of the toxic fog. Blending Victorian romance and drama with a supernatural story, The Sound of Gematria is an engaging debut novel.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 322 pages
Publication date: 20 October 2023
Publisher: Cinnamon Press

In the final months of the nineteenth century, twenty-two-year-old Euphemia Thorniwork finds herself disconnected from the male-dominated world she inhabits. A mathematical research student at Oxford, she is viewed with suspicion by her tutor, Professor Milton, and is compelled to work alongside fellow student Leo Lazarus, who is also under scrutiny due to his Jewish heritage. Euphemia's life in London is plagued by various challenges. For months, a toxic fog has engulfed the city, causing illness and hardship among its residents, including Euphemia's widowed mother. Accompanied by a wave of body-snatching incidents, the body of Euphemia's beloved cousin, Pearl, remains missing. Furthermore, financial constraints force Euphemia and her mother to relocate in with relatives who disapprove of their unconventional lifestyle. Haunted by dreams that feature numbers, a red heifer, and Biblical purification rites, Euphemia embarks on a quest to unravel the mysteries surrounding her cousin's disappearance. During her research, she stumbles upon an article about communicating with the dead through sound waves. Despite her initial desire to maintain a rational mindset, Euphemia's relationship with Leo deepens, and she delves into the esoteric aspects of Judaism. Their research takes an unexpected turn, raising more questions than answers. Can Euphemia and Leo uncover the body snatchers and find a way to defeat the toxic fog? Will their love survive the religious divide that threatens to tear them apart?

The Sound of Gematria is a captivating debut novel that seamlessly blends Victorian romance, drama, and a supernatural storyline. It is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a well-crafted tale that combines historical elements with thrilling suspense.

Weight: 368g
Dimension: 128 x 199 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788649742