The Ivory City
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The Devil in the White City meets Pride and Prejudice in this romantic historical murder mystery set at the 1904 World’s Fair.
The St. Louis World’s Fair, 1904:
A miniature city of palaces and pavilions that becomes a backdrop for romance, betrayal—and murder.
Cousins Grace and Lillie have...
Published By Union Square & Co.
Format Paperback
Category
Number Of Pages 352
Publication Date 11/04/2025
ISBN 9781454957829
Dimensions 5.55 inches x 8.25 inches
"Murphy’s intense research helps to immerse readers in the lush setting...A good pick for fans of Deanna Raybourn and Andrea Penrose."—Library Journal, STARRED Review
“The Ivory City will have you mesmerized by the magnificent sights of the 1904 World’s Fair — the perfect backdrop for danger, deceit — and one determined young woman’s quest for justice”—Michelle Collins Anderson, USA Today Bestselling Author of The Flower Sisters
"Grace Covington is the perfect amateur detective mixing charm and ingenuity in this richly detailed murder mystery set against the vibrant backdrop of the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. A delightful read!"—Julia Kelly, international bestselling author of A Traitor in Whitehall
"Vividly drawn with rich historical detail, The Ivory City is a sizzling mystery filled with intrigue, glamour and good old-fashioned romance that brilliantly ignites against the backdrop of the St. Louis World's Fair. Emily Bain Murphy's latest novel is a sheer delight!"—Alyson Richman, USA and International Bestselling author of "The Time Keepers and The Missing Pages."
“I’m a total fan girl over Emily Bain Murphy’s writing! Like all her novels, The Ivory City is a story to savor—a mosaic of rich description, witty banter, and brilliant themes. I loved touring the opulent St. Louis Exposition with her and experiencing its fleeting grandeur from a multitude of perspectives and places, all while trying to figure out exactly what happened at the fair.”—Melanie Dobson, award-winning author of The Wings of Poppy Pendleton and Catching the Wind
"A compelling mystery played out against the atmospheric backdrop of the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, Ivory City is a pleasure to read."—Nilima Rao, award-winning author of A Disappearance in Fiji
"A speedy and engaging read thanks to sharp dialogue, well-drawn (and, for the most part, sympathetic) characters, an intriguing turn of-the-century setting, and a plot that keeps on ticking."—Booklist
"The Fair’s sights, sounds, and smells shine through due to her extensive research...This is a poignant tale with a plucky heroine in a great historical setting."—Historical Novel Society