Gallic Books have acquired World English Language rights to the first two novels in the Minnie Ward and Albert Easterbrook series by Bridget Walsh from Isobel Dixon. Set in Victorian London, both THE TUMBLING GIRL and THE INNOCENTS are fast paced, gripping mysteries that will delight fans of Janice Hallett and Anthony Horowitz’s Sherlock Holmes novels.
The first, THE TUMBLING GIRL, follows Minnie and Albert as they investigate the brutal murder of Minnie’s best friend Rose. But there is more to this murder than meets the eye, and as the bodies pile up and danger closes in, Albert’s feelings for his new partner start to interfere with the investigation. THE INNOCENTS continues their story…
Joe Harper, MD at Gallic Books, says: ‘We are delighted to be publishing Bridget’s debut. THE TUMBLING GIRL is the first in a gripping, evocative mystery series and we can’t wait to introduce readers to Minnie Ward and Albert Easterbrook.’
Bridget Walsh says: ‘These books grew out of my fascination with the darker, sometimes unexpected side of Victorian life. I’m delighted that Minnie Ward and Albert Easterbrook have found such a great home and am very excited to develop the series with the team at Gallic.’
Isobel Dixon says: ‘When I first heard Bridget read at an event, I was immediately struck by the story, characters and atmosphere she so deftly conjures. I’m delighted that Gallic Books are giving THE TUMBLING GIRL a good home and can’t wait for readers to meet Minnie Ward and Albert Easterbrook too!’
THE TUMBLING GIRL will be released in May 2023, with its sequel, THE INNOCENTS, following in 2024. You can pre-order THE TUMBLING GIRL now.
About Bridget Walsh
BRIDGET WALSH was born in London to Irish immigrant parents. She studied English Literature and was an English teacher for 23 years, before leaving the profession to pursue her writing. Bridget lives in Norwich with her husband, Micky, and her two dogs.
THE TUMBLING GIRL is her first novel and won the UEA Little, Brown Award for Crime Fiction 2019.
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