Dragons & Spaceships

In this episode of Dragons and Spaceships, host Brandi discusses the new release, The Widowing by Melanie Bacon, the second installment in the Detectivist series. The conversation explores the unique blend of historical crime fiction, the intriguing characters, and the rich historical context of Victorian London. Melanie shares her writing journey, inspirations, and the character dynamics between Madeline Barquist and Astrea Holmes. The episode also delves into the themes of the suffragist movement and the complexities of character growth throughout the series. With positive reader feedback and hints at future books, this episode is a must-listen for fans of historical mysteries.

Key Points

• The Widowing is the second book in the Detectivist series.
• Melanie Bacon blends history with crime and mystery.
• The protagonist is the daughter of Jack the Ripper.
• The story is set in Victorian London, focusing on suffragists.
• Character dynamics between Madeline and Astrea are central to the plot.
• The hatpin murder symbolizes women's power in the era.
• Melanie emphasizes deep historical research in her writing.
• Readers appreciate the dark, suspenseful tone of the book.
• The series is expected to expand with more books.
• Melanie plans to explore different historical periods in future works.

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