The Art of a Lie *SIGNED INDIE BOOKSHOP EXCLUSIVE EDITION* by Laura Shepherd-Robinson

Gripping historical fiction of murder and deceit in 18th Century London

Signed hardback Independent Bookshop Exclusive Edition of The Art of a Lie by Laura Shepherd-Robinson.

That’s the trouble with stories, especially the ones you write for yourself. Sometimes you think they’ve ended, when they’ve barely begun . . .’

London, 1749. Following the murder of her husband in what looks like a violent street robbery, Hannah Cole is struggling to keep her head above water. Her confectionery shop on Piccadilly is barely turning a profit and Henry Fielding, the famous author and new magistrate, is threatening to confiscate the money in her husband’s bank account, because he believes it might be illicitly acquired. Even those who claim to be Hannah’s friends have darker intent.

Only William Devereux seems different. A friend of her late husband, Devereux helps Hannah unravel some of the mysteries surrounding his death. But their friendship opens Hannah to speculation and gossip, and draws Henry Fielding’s attention her way, locking her into a battle of wits more devastating than anything, even her husband’s murder . . .

First Edition, First Printing.

Hand signed by Laura Shepherd-Robinson to the title page.

NB This title is due to be published on 10 July 2025. All pre-orders will be dispatched on or around publication.