Book Description

Victorian London harbours many secrets: alien visitors, strange phenomena and unearthly powers.But a trio of investigators stands ready to delve into such mysteries: the Great Detective, Madame Vastra, her resourceful spouse, Jenny Flint, and their loyal valet, Strax.If an impossible puzzle needs solving, or a grave injustice needs righting, help can be found on Paternoster Row.But even heroes can never escape their past...4.1 Merry Christmas, Mr Jago by Paul MorrisAs Vastra searches for relics of prehistory, Jenny worries about security, and Strax wants to find a suitable gift for his friend.Henry Gordon Jago has been invited to spend Christmas at Paternoster Row – but when presents are unwrapped, the surprises inside could prove deadly!4.2 The Ghost Writers by Roy GillWhile Jenny and Strax investigate sightings of fauns beneath streetlights and mermaids in bath-houses, Madame Vastra is invited into a different mystery.The literary members of the Antediluvian Club have strict criteria for entry, and Miss Edith Renner needs Vastra to access their secrets.4.3 Rulers of Earth by Matt FittonAncient forces have risen, Vastra and her friends are lost to each other, and a terrible prophecy is taking shape.A pretender to the throne allies with a force from prehistory, while an unlikely ally searches for the Paternosters.The Gang must face their destiny, as the fate of Earth is decided...