Murder at the Breakers.

"Murder at the Breakers" by Alyssa Maxwell is a captivating historical murder mystery that transports readers to the opulent world of Gilded Age Newport, Rhode Island. The novel features intrepid reporter Emma Cross, a less affluent cousin of the Vanderbilts, who finds herself embroiled in a high-society murder case at the famous Breakers mansion. Emma's determination to clear her brother's name and uncover the true culprit leads her on a dangerous journey through the dark underbelly of Newport's elite. Maxwell masterfully brings to life the extravagant lifestyles and stark class divides of late 19th-century Rhode Island, making the setting itself a character as rich and complex as the story's protagonists. "Murder at the Breakers" is not only a thrilling whodunit but also a vivid portrayal of historical Newport, offering readers both intrigue and a glimpse into the past of one of New England's most iconic locales.