Cover of Except the Dying

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9780771000508

McClelland & Stewart

2022

Murdoch Mysteries (Book 1)

Except the Dying

by Maureen Jennings

In the cold Toronto winter of 1895, the unclad body of a young woman is found naked and frozen in a quiet laneway. Acting Detective William Murdoch, driven by pity for the girl and the desire to secure his promotion, is determined to pursue every lead and reveal the truth. Although influential people pressure the police to solve the mystery quickly, when the girl is eventually identified, it becomes clear that those connected with her life have secrets to hide.

Added to catalog: September 15, 2026