"Smoke & Mirrors"

In 1920s Chicago, the best detective in the city pretends to be just a secretary... When fallen aristocrat Catherine "Kit" Ashworth loses her family fortune, she becomes a "secretary" to ex-cop turned private investigator Patrick "Paddy" O'Malley. But while clients think Paddy solves the cases, it's brilliant Kit who cracks every mystery from behind her typewriter. Together they navigate Prohibition-era Chicago where Al Capone's empire meets high society scandal, corrupt cops protect bootleggers, and a woman with a college education must hide her genius to survive. From smoke-filled speakeasies to glittering Gold Coast mansions, they solve murders the corrupt police force ignores. Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Winspear, Rhys Bowen, and Agatha Christie. ✅ Authentic 1920s Chicago setting during Prohibition ✅ Complete stories - each book solves a full case ✅ 2-3 hour reads perfect for busy schedules Start with Book 1: "Smoke and Mirrors" and discover Chicago's most dangerous decade through the eyes of its most unlikely detective partnership. Historical Mystery • Cozy Mystery • Amateur Sleuth • 1920s Historical Fiction