nSpy and code-breaker extraordinaire Maggie Hope returns to war-weary London, where she is thrust into the dangerous hunt for a monster, as the New York Times bestselling mystery series for fans of Jacqueline Winspear, Charles Todd, and Anne Perry continues. n England, 1942. The Nazis relentless Blitz may have paused, but Londons nightly blackouts continue. Now, under the cover of darkness, a madman is brutally killing and mutilating young women in eerie and exact re-creations of Jack the Rippers crimes. Whats more, hes targeting women who are reporting for duty to be Winston Churchills spies and saboteurs abroad. The officers at MI-5 quickly realize they need the help of special agent Maggie Hope to find the killer dubbed the Blackout Beast. A trap is set. But once the murderer has his sights on Maggie, not even Buckingham Palace can protect the resourceful spy from her fate. n nPraise for The Queens Accomplice n nMaggie is a thoughtful spy whose dangerous escapades never disappoint.--Kirkus Reviews n n A fine historical mystery given a feminist slant.--Booklist n n Plausible and elegant . . . Like all MacNeals novels, this one ends on a cliffhanger that will leave readers eagerly awaiting Maggies next adventure.--Shelf Awareness n n Works as a suspenseful stand-alone . . . interesting and informative . . . wartime London is vividly portrayed . . . recommended for those who like their historical mysteries with a large dose of suspense.--Historical Novel Society n n For those who are Maggie Hope diehards, this latest in the series is sure to satisfy.--Reviewing the Evidence n n MacNeals meticulous research shines through on every page, and pays off with a wartime atmosphere that feels real.--Crimespree Magazinen