Martin's Minotaur, New York. e print edition. Copyright 2001 by Rhys Bowen. BOOK JACKET INFORMATION "Irish humor and gritty determination transplanted to New York, but with more charm and optimism than the usual law attributed to Murphy."--Anne Perry, author of The Whitechapel Conspiracy From the creator of the much-loved Constable Evan Evans mysteries comes a colorful new series set in turn-of-the-century New York City. When spirited redhead Molly Murphy was growing up a peasant on the coast of Ireland, she always imagined there was something more in store for her. She couldn't have known how right she was until the day she became a killer, albeit in self-defense. Under drastic circumstances, Molly is forced to strike out into a new world. With the police right behind her, Molly concludes that her only chance at escape is a false identity and a steamship that will take her far, far away: to America. When her ship sails into New York Harbor, with the majestic figure of the Statue of Liberty providing comfort and inspiration, Molly is sure her whole life is in front of her.
