Reviews

Praise for The Body at the Tower:

“With pacing con brio and a perpetual sense of fun, Lee evokes the sights, sounds and smells of Victorian London and creates, in Mary, a capable heroine prepared for almost anything… The capper to the trilogy can’t come fast enough — and will cause great sadness when it brings an end to this exciting series.” Sarah Weinman, Barnes & Noble Review

“the sights, smells and grim lives of London’s poor are richly detailed and surround the action. Mary is a reflective character, grappling with many issues… the storytelling and characters… reward patient readers.” Kirkus Reviews

“Mary grows and struggles, first to come to terms with her past and secondly with her growing feelings for James. The two have a fiery relationship that threatens to boil over at any moment as they move from sparring to kissing, sometimes in the span of a page… readers also get an up-close glimpse into the darker side of Victorian London… Mary proves that she is definitely a detective to keep an eye on.” School Library Journal

“an outstanding portrayal of Victorian London; in its depiction of everyday life it shows the reader poverty and its traps and the position of women in the Victorian age. It’s also an exciting mystery and romance. Highly recommended.” WriteAway

Praise from book bloggers:

“I ADORE this series; it’s perfect historical fiction. Mary’s a feisty girl, who along with the other strong females at The Agency, helps bring down the bad guys.  Plus, there’s the thrilling spy moments, the undercover scenes, the mystery which always leads to danger, and the sparks of romance. I can’t wait to see how this trilogy ends.” YA librarian Jennifer Rummel at TeensReadToo (Gold Star Award)

“Well-written, eye-opening, and entertaining, you will dive in and be immersed immediately. The Body at the Tower proves that Y. S. Lee is a rising star, and hasn’t even reached her peak yet. I am on tenterhooks awaiting the third book, and more after that from this incredible author!” Steph Su Reads

“This series is fantastic. Spectacular characters… superb writing… awesome storyline. It’s easy to read, fun and just plain ole’ entertaining. I can’t wait for another adventure with Mary in book three!” The Story Siren

“just as amazingly brilliant as its predecessor. A fast-paced, read-into-the-night Victorian mystery.” Back to Books

“Even if you’re not a fan of historical fiction, these books will pull you in… I’ve already recommended A Spy in the House to many of my teen readers and I can’t wait to do the same with The Body at the Tower. Another great read and I can’t wait for more of Mary (and hopefully James!)” YA librarian Sarah Bean Thompson, aka GreenBeanTeenQueen

“A mesmerizing read… As you learn more about Mary and her past, you will adore her all the more (you will also demand more James time) and the mystery element keeps you on the edge of your seat… every detail plays some part in the story and helps you better understand the time period”. Reading in Color

“another winning, impeccably well-written historical mystery from Y. S. Lee” The Booksmugglers

“Intriguing mysteries, fascinating characters, an interesting setting, and enough romance to satisfy without overshadowing the plot. Even those who aren’t fans of historical books should check these out. Mary Quinn might just change your mind.” The Fiction Enthusiast

“Mary Quinn is back and better than ever!” Cornucopia of Reviews

“a compelling mystery series set in a rich time period in London’s history. [Lee's] characters and plot will keep readers hooked for as long as she continues the series.” Good Books and the Random Movie

“The Mary Quinn books have great characters, convoluted plots, and quick dialogue.  Each of the first two have ended in a way that’s left me satisfied but waiting for more.  I’m definitely looking forward to the next Mary Quinn mystery from Y.S. Lee!” Erin Reads

“Mary Quinn is a fabulous heroine. She is spunky, fun, strong-willed, and doesn’t let anything get in her way… I found myself completely immersed in the book and completely captivated by the storyline.” A Reader’s Adventure

“suspense thick as London fog…” The Epic Rat

“a fun Victorian mystery with a clever heroine and a lovely dash of romance.” The Eager Readers

“I enjoyed the mystery, loved the romance… and am eagerly awaiting the 3rd book.” Two and a Half Book Lovers

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