The Devil's Draper
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Fly on the Wall Press
Published:1st May '25
Should be back in stock very soon
An all-female crime gang runs havoc in 1920s Glasgow. The first policewoman is determined to bring them down.
FROM THE AUTHOR OF 'THE UNPICKING'
When whispers of abuse at Arrol's department store reach Mabel, a determined policewoman, she knows she must act. Enlisting the help of Johnnie, a cunning thief, and Beatrice, a savvy businesswoman, they embark on a perilous journey to uncover the truth.
Set against the backdrop of 1920s Glasgow, where women's voices are often silenced, this thrilling tale weaves together crime, justice, and the fight for equality. As the trio inches closer to exposing the scandal, they realize that in a world where women are rarely believed, their very lives may be at stake.
'A page-turning historical mystery set in 1920's Glasgow...This novel throws the fight for women's rights into stark relief, showing us how far we have come, and how far we still have to go.' - Rachel Canwell @bookbound2019, Author of 'Paper Sisters'
'I love female characters who defy societal norms and The Devil's Draper is full of them...Mabel is a wonderful character, I just love her! Another 5 star read.' - Jules Swain, @thereadingpara
'A well-constructed plot twist or two add unexpected layers to the story. Recommended, especially for historical mystery readers and those interested in gender studies.' - Aubrey Hamilton, Librarian
*'Glasgow, the ‘dear, green place’ is here a dark one, and I unreservedly recommend you go there.' *
- Historical Novel Society, Katherine Mezzacappa <
ISBN: 9781915789402
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 19mm
Weight: unknown
276 pages