This is a hard series to classify - set in turn of the century NYC, midwife Sarah Brandt is from a high society wealthy family but has chosen to strike out on her own - marrying the man of her choice and after his death, supporting herself. Historically accurate, the books are all well written and sometimes stark in their portrayal of women's roles (and even men's) during the time period. Her relationship with Det Sgt Mallory plays up the ethnic prejudices of the day ("the Irish") and the hardships of the working class (in this book particularly). The characters are well drawn, the book is well written and well plotted, but anyone thinking this is a pleasant little cozy would be mistaken - reality abounds. Great series.

I thoroughly enjoyed this second book in the Gaslight Series! A good read, a good mystery and a good story. The two main characters, Sarah Brandt and Frank Malloy, seemed to unfold in their development. You learned a little bit more about them, their families and their lives. Although I figured out "who done it" fairly early on, it didn't detract from my enjoyement of the book - I still didn't want to put it down!

A great historical mystery set in early 20th century NYC. An different look at the lives of working class young women as they try to bring some joy into their lives.

Late 19th century murder mystery investigated by a midwife and a bitter detective. This story took a few chapters to set up, but then I was hooked.

This is the second book series, It was just as good as the first one can't wait to read the third one. If you like a good mystery series please check this one out!

This is a great book, got me into the Victorian Mysteries that I like so much now. The synopsis from the back: "As a midwife in the turn-of-the-century tenements of New York City, Sarah Brandt has seen suffering and joy, birth and death-and even murder. And the crime-ridden streets of the teeming city offer little relief from either..."

I just finished this book. It is the second of the "Gaslight Mysteries" and I found it to be very good, especially the bits about the midwife at the turn of the 20th century.

For those who like turn of the century mysteries. Series gets better with each new book.

Love Historical Fiction? Victoria Thompson entertains yet again!

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This is the second book in Victoria Thompson's Gaslight Mysteries series. It is quite enjoyable and offers more clues into the growing friendship between midwife Sarah Brandt and Detective Sergeant Frank Malloy. In this story in particular, we learn more about Frank's relationship with his son, Brian, and what is actually wrong with Brian. We even get to see a very feisty side to Sarah's elderly neighbor Mrs. Elsworth at one point in the book (when you get there, you'll know what I'm talking about & you'll enjoy it)!

As for the murder mystery in this story, Sarah goes to check on one of her patients, only to find out that the woman's sister has been murdered. This results in the patient giving birth a bit earlier than expected. Sarah feels she must find out who killed Gerta in order to ease the mind of the burdened sister. Sarah feels even more dedicated to this case once she and Malloy figure out that a number of other "Charity Girls" have been beaten to death the same way, suspecting there might be a serial killer. This story really give the reader an in depth look into the lives of "Charity Girls," life in the tenements, and even a glimpse at the wonder of Coney Island as an escape from the City. Although you can figure out "whodunit" pretty early on, it is still an enjoyable read!

great addition to a very enjoyable series.

Book is new, never read. Was a gift and I already had a copy.

This is a great series. I have always loved history and it's a delight to me to read about life in early New York. The stories are not hard to figure out, but that really doesn't take away from the charm of the story. But as with all series, they are more enjoyable when read in order and I highly recommend they be read that way.

A gaslight mystery.

This is a great series.

A favorite historical mystery featuring Sarah Brandt, a midwife, who solves murders in NYC with the help of Sgt. Mallory. I enjoy this series very much.

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