The Silver Gun (An Art Deco Mystery)
by L.A. Chandlar
THE SILVER GUN grabbed my attention from the start and would not let go. There are so many dimensions involved and the novel captivated me in so many ways.
~Cozy Up With Kathy
The characters are unique in their antics and personalities. The story includes subplots and red herrings to distract the reader. The pace is steady and I enjoyed the book.
~Christa Reads and Writes
Wow. This book was just phenomenal. I don’t give 5 stars lightly, but I think this first book in the new Art Deco Mystery series deserves it. . .
~Valerie’s Musings
This isn’t the typical picture we get of life during the Great Depression, but instead, a look at the lives of those who are doing their best to fight against the Great Depression instead of just survive it. It’s a refreshing change for the time period for sure.
~Carstairs Considers….
What a wonderful book! The Silver Gun is the best historical mystery I’ve read in ages.
~Jane Reads
Exciting and breathtaking, this is only the beginning.
~Laura’s Interests
The Silver Gun is set in the 1930s NYC. It is a perfect mixture of fact and fiction. . .
~A Chick Who Reads
About the Book
The Silver Gun (An Art Deco Mystery) by L.A. Chandlar
Cozy Mystery
1st in Series
Kensington (August 29, 2017)
Paperback: 336 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1496713414
Digital ASIN: B01MQSAJO7
New York City, 1936. In the midst of the Great Depression, the Big Apple is defiantly striving toward an era infused with art, architecture, and economic progress under the dynamic Mayor La Guardia. But those in City Hall know that tumultuous times can inspire both optimism and deadly danger . . .
It’s been six months since Lane Sanders was appointed Mayor Fiorello “Fio” La Guardia’s new personal aide, and the twenty-three-year-old is sprinting in her Mary Janes to match her boss’s pace. Despite dealing with vitriol from the Tammany Hall political machine and managing endless revitalization efforts, Fio hasn’t slowed down a bit during his years in office. And luckily for Lane, his unpredictable antics are a welcome distraction from the childhood memories that haunt her dreams—and the silver gun she’ll never forget.
When Lane gets attacked and threatened by an assailant tied to one of most notorious gangsters in the city, even the mayor can’t promise her safety. The corrupt city officials seem to be using Lane as a pawn against Fio for disgracing their party in the prior election. But why was the assailant wielding the exact same gun from her nightmares?
Balancing a clandestine love affair and a mounting list of suspects, Lane must figure out how the secrets of her past are connected to the city’s underground crime network—before someone pulls the trigger on the most explosive revenge plot in New York history . . .
About the Author
L .A. Chandlar is the author of the Art Deco Mystery Series with Kensington Publishing featuring Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia and a fresh take on the innovation and liveliness of 1930s New York City. Her debut novel, The Silver Gun released August 29, 2017, and the sequel, The Gold Pawn, will release September 25th, 2018. Laurie has been living and writing in New York City for 16 years and has been speaking for a wide variety of audiences for over 20 years including a women’s group with the United Nations. Her talks range from NYC history, the psychology of creativity, and the history of holiday traditions. Laurie has also worked in PR for General Motors, writes and fund-raises for a global nonprofit is the mother of two boys, and has toured the nation managing a rock band.
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Tour Participants
April 9 – The Pulp and Mystery Shelf – CHARACTER GUEST POST
April 10 – Cozy Up With Kathy – REVIEW, AUTHOR INTERVIEW
April 11 – Christa Reads and Writes – REVIEW
April 12 – Valerie’s Musings – REVIEW, GUEST POST
April 13 – Babs Book Bistro – GUEST POST
April 14 – Brooke Blogs – SPOTLIGHT, EXCERPT
April 15 – Ruff Drafts – AUTHOR INTERVIEW
April 16 – View from the Birdhouse – SPOTLIGHT
April 17 – Carstairs Considers – REVIEW
April 17 – A Blue Million Books – GUEST POST
April 18 – Jane Reads – REVIEW, CHARACTER GUEST POST
April 19 – Laura’s Interests – REVIEW, EXCERPT
April 20 – A Chick Who Reads – REVIEW
April 21 – Island Confidential – CHARACTER INTERVIEW
April 22 – Mysteries with Character – AUTHOR INTERVIEW
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Love the period cover and the font on your web site.
Thanks Elizabeth! That means a lot:-). I hope you enjoy it – keep me posted when you get a chance to read it.
And thanks, Lori, for highlighting my book on this amazing book tour. I’m having SO MUCH fun connecting with your great bloggers and new readers. Really fun, and it makes this author very happy. Thanks again!