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In 1864, a groundbreaking collection of stories introduced the world to one of the first-ever female detectives. Written by Andrew Forrester, this intriguing book presents itself as the memoirs of an anonymous detective who shares her experiences in a male-dominated field. With a bold voice, she asks, "Who am I?" and challenges the stereotypes of her profession. This unique perspective sheds light on the challenges and triumphs she faces while solving crimes. Each story reveals her keen intuition and sharp wit, making readers rethink the role of women in detective work. Forrester's clever ...

Mrs Gladden uses similar methods to her male counterparts - she enters scenes of crime incognito, tracking down killers while trying to conceal her own tracks and her identity from others. She does much physical detective work, examining scenes of crime, looking for clues and employing all manner of skill, subterfuge, observation and charm to achieve her ends. Characteristic of the casebooks of the time, Forrester's book features various cases narrated by Mrs Gladden, including murder, fraud and the sale of a baby.

First published in 1864, decades before there were official female detectives or female police officers in Britain, The Female Detective features the original lady detective: the determined and resourceful Miss Gladden, known as “G”. She examines crime scenes incognito, tracks down killers, and solves mysteries employing all manner of skill, subterfuge, and charm to achieve her ends while attempting to conceal her own identity from others..

In this heartwarming, bookish debut, a young widower of a famous children’s fantasy author teams up with a down-on-her-luck MFA dropout to write the final book in his late wife’s series...and find their own perfect ending along the way. Whit Longacre has a monumental task and a looming...

Delve into the captivating realm of urban intrigue and detective work as you explore the multifaceted experiences of a city detective from the 1860s, inspired by the themes of "Secret Service; or, Recollections of a City Detective." This podcast invites listeners to immerse themselves in a series of unique explorations that unravel the complexities of crime, corruption, and human nature within a bustling metropolis. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing the dry wit and sharp observations of a protagonist navigating the shadows of political machinations, smuggling rings, ...

Enter the captivating realm of mystery and deduction with "Female Detective," a podcast dedicated to exploring the groundbreaking narratives of female protagonists in detective fiction. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that showcases the intellect, resourcefulness, and resilience of women who navigate the complexities of crime-solving in a male-dominated world. Through a rotating collection of stories, listeners are invited to engage with diverse plots that reveal the nuances of the detective’s craft, from unraveling perplexing cases to confronting societal prejudices. This is ...