The Drinking Gourd - (Benjamin January Historical Mystery) by Barbara Hambly (Paperback)

The Underground Railroad Murder Mystery is a gripping tale of intrigue, danger, and deception set in the treacherous world of the secret network of safe-houses that guide escaping slaves to freedom.

When the chief "conductor" of the station is found murdered, Jubal Cain - the coordinator of the whole Railroad system in Mississippi - is accused of the crime.

But as Benjamin January probes into the murky labyrinth of slaves, slave-holders, fugitives, and those who help them on their way, he discovers that there is more to the situation than meets the eye.

With a cast of complex and intriguing characters, Hambly masterfully weaves together a tale of heroism, hypocrisy, altruism, and cruelty in this compelling sixth installment of the series.

Don't miss out on this thrilling mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end!