Death of a New American

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century New York in 1912, Death of a New American by Mariah Fredericks follows Jane Prescott as she navigates a murder investigation involving the Tyler family on Long Island amidst the chaos following the Titanic disaster. When Sofia, the Tyler children’s nanny, is found murdered under mysterious circumstances, Jane’s keen eye for human nature and her connections within the city’s social fabric are put to the test. The story explores the complex dynamics of wealth, social tensions, and personal secrets, all set within a richly atmospheric historical setting.