The Inheritance of Solomon Farthing

In Mary Paulson-Ellis's second historical mystery, Solomon Farthing, an heir hunter, investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding an old soldier’s death in Edinburgh, uncovering clues tied to a pawn ticket and a hidden fortune. His search for the soldier’s relatives leads him into a deeper historical mystery dating back to 1918, linking the past to the present. Blending contemporary Edinburgh with wartime flashbacks, the story explores how unresolved debts from history can influence the present day.