# The Art of a Lie by Laura Shepherd-Robinson

The Art of a Lie is Laura Shepherd-Robinson’s historical thriller set in 1749 London. After her husband is murdered, confectioner Hannah Cole discovers a hidden fortune and must investigate his secret life as magistrate Henry Fielding suspects the money was illicitly obtained.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Books & Comics
- Price: 12.64 GBP
- Previous price: 18.99 GBP
- Discount: 33%
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- Rating: 4.5 / 5
- Reviews: 3468

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## At a glance

- A Georgian London murder mystery centred on Hannah Cole and the secrets left by her late husband.
- The plot follows a hidden fortune, suspicion of illicit gains and an investigation into a concealed past.
- Listed as a 320-page English-language Main Market edition.

## Pros

- Customer feedback highlights the twists, historical detail and character development, which suit readers looking for more than a straightforward murder plot.
- The listing gives useful edition details, including page count, language and physical dimensions.

## Specifications

### Publication
- Publisher: Mantle
- Publication date: 10 July 2025
- Edition: Main Market
- Language: English
- Print length: 320 pages
- Reading age: 18 years and up
### Identifiers
- ISBN-10: 1529053722
- ISBN-13: 978-1529053722
### Dimensions and weight
- Dimensions: 16.3 x 3 x 24.2 cm
- Weight listed: 510 g

## Before you buy

- The listing describes Hannah's husband's murder as brutal and places the story in 1749 London. It does not specify a separate content rating beyond the listed reading age.

## A good fit for

- Readers of historical crime and thrillers set in Georgian London.
- Readers who enjoy twist-led plots, character-focused storytelling and period detail.
- Fans of Laura Shepherd-Robinson seeking a standalone historical mystery.

## Less suited to

- Readers looking for a contemporary setting or non-fiction history.
- Readers who prefer light subject matter, as the premise includes murder, deceit and suspected illicit money.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback highlights an engaging, twist-filled plot, historical detail about 18th-century London, writing style and character development. Customers also describe the alternating first-person chapters and the believable relationship between Hannah and William. These reported strengths are relevant for readers choosing a period thriller with both mystery and character focus. The ratings distribution is predominantly five- and four-star, though that aggregate alone cannot explain individual readers' experiences.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the plot as engaging and enjoyable, with twists and turns.
- Positive themes: Feedback praises the historical detail, writing style and character development.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is The Art of a Lie about?
Set in 1749 London, the story follows Hannah Cole after her husband is murdered and she discovers a hidden fortune. She must investigate his past while magistrate Henry Fielding questions the money's origins.
### How long is this edition?
The listing gives a print length of 320 pages.
### What language and edition are listed?
The listed edition is Main Market and the language is English.

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