This book has all the elements that would appeal to a historical mystery buff!! Girl detective that too a Pinkerton detective dealing with a paranormal mystery set in the Gilded Age,What’s not to like! You get to meet a few famous names... Theodore Roosevelt,Nikola Tesla and Mark Twain.
Loved this book so much I bought the first book in this series.
Thankyou Netgalley and St Martins press for the ARC.

Pinkerton the Detective agency’s supernatural branch yes we are taken behind the scene into the world of detectives.So well written so engaging second in this wonderful series.#netgalley#st.martins

I read and enjoyed the first book in this series, Murder on Millionaire's Row and didn't hesitate to give it 5 stars. While some series can suffer from a sophomore slump, this second entry easily earned its own 5 stars. It can be read as a stand alone but the reader, I think, gets so much more enjoyment reading them in order., Several things about this series caught my attention from the start - I have a weakness for historical mysteries, female protagonists and a paranormal element. When all of those come together, well, I will happily scrimp on sleep to stay up late reading.
When we first met Rose Gallagher she was a housemaid for a mysterious gentleman, Thomas Wiltshire. She knew nothing about him, not even what he did for a living but, when he vanished, she investigated. In the process she changed the course of her life in a very big way. She left the life of a household servant and entered the world of Pinkerton Investigations. Now she mingles with the upper classes, solves cases with her partner, deals with the paranormal and, for now, tries to find her place in this new world. She hovers between them, not accepted by the people in Wiltshire's world and no longer as welcome by the people of her previous group. But, no fear, Rose is tough and talented and is good at her new job. Will she be good enough to keep the great Teddy Roosevelt alive? So many in his political circle have died before him, showing no outward signs of foul play, the paranormal investigating becomes their focus.
Erin Lindsey has earned her place on my must read mystery list and I will waste no time reading the third book, whenever it is published.

Rose Gallagher is a highly unusual young woman for her time. It's the Gilded Age in New York and she's a Pinkerton. Not only a Pinkerton but one who specializes in cases that touch on the paranormal. Don't worry- this doesn't get too woo woo but it does play on the fascination with the subject that was come during the era. This is the second in the series (you'll be fine if you did not read the first) and Rose, a former house maid, has matured as both a person and a detective. She's not entirely shed her self deprecation but she's a darn good detective. She's also working a critical case which involves not only the deaths of six delegates to a political convention but also the targeting of Theodore Roosevelt. Lindsey does a nice job of weaving the fictional in with real characters like Roosevelt and Nicola Tesla. The mystery is nicely complex with the benefit of great atmospherics. No spoilers but the search for the villain(s) is a tour of the period. Rose's relationship with Thomas Wiltshire, her wealthy partner, has good back and forth- they do compliment each other. Thanks to the publisher for the ARC. A very good read for fans of the historical mystery.

When I requested this book I thought I was getting a typical historical mystery revolving around the Pinkerton Detective agency in New York...but in fact it's so much more! Rose and Thomas are a part of the Special Branch of the Pinkerton Agency dealing with the paranormal. Rose can detect "shades"...those not quite ghosts, Thomas has his own "luck"...or powers. Apparently a good number of NYC 's population is "lucky". Theodore Roosevelt is running for mayor and the Pinkertons need to stop an assassination attempt...what follows is alot of fun as Rose and Thomas gather friends, lucky and not lucky, to prevent his assassination. A wide variety of colorful, entertaining characters keeps things interesting.
This is the second book of the series and even though I hadn't read the first one I had no trouble jumping into the story. I do plan on reading the one I missed and look forward to more in the series.
Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Former housemaid Rose Gallagher is learning the ins and outs of settling into her new role as a Pinkerton agent alongside her partner and former boss, Mr. Thomas Wiltshire. Settling in to her new role has brought with it some uncomfortable difficulites, both with her work life and friendships and she worries whether she's made the right choice. But these concerns must take a back seat when they are brought news of the mysterious and nearly simultaneous deaths of six delegates at a local political convention. With all clues pointing to a political plot and a possible paranormal connection, the safety of mayoral canidate Theodore Roosevelt is at risk.

Up against a tough case and an unusual and elusive suspect, Rose and Thomas must race against the clock to secure both Roosevelt's safety and their own.
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A Golden Grave is Erin Lindsay's second book in the A Rose Gallager Mystery series and it is such a lovely addition. I enjoyed reading it so much, I still love Rose and Thomas and this series continues to be truly unique from other historical fictions with a paranormal element. This book had a wee bit of a slower start as compared to the first in the series, but this made sense as Rose's whole life has undergone a massive change and we need to be brought up to speed.

Again there are big risks and high stakes in our characters paths that they must overcome to solve their case and they face every difficulty head on. We really get to see Rose growing into her role and demanding she be seen as an equal. She's in a tough position with a foot in two different worlds; trying to stay true to the one she grew up in and learning how to navigate the one she has uncovered. I'm so happy that she has Clara, even if their friendship has been strained by theses changes. And I loved that Edith was added because I think Rose really needs some strong people in her corner that she feels she can confide in and that she doesn't feel she must shield and protect all the time. I love that we got to see Nikola Tesla! He was so quirky and such a dear and I love that he is grouped into this paranormal world, it's just so fitting.

I'm really looking forward to the next in the series because I'm very curious where things are going to go from here. The living situation, their partnership, their relationship to one another...? All the questions.

I don't want to spoil anything so I'm going to leave things here. But I very much recommend this book, and this series, to fans of historical fiction, with a little romance and a bit of the paranormal.

I would like to thank NetGalley and St. Martin's Press, Minotaur Books for sharing an electronic ARC with me. This is my honest review.

"The follow-up to Murder on Millionaires' Row, Erin Lindsey's second historical mystery follows Rose Gallagher as she tracks a killer with shocking abilities through Gilded Age Manhattan.

Rose Gallagher always dreamed of finding adventure, so her new life as a freshly-minted Pinkerton agent ought to be everything she ever wanted. Only a few months ago, she was just another poor Irish housemaid from Five Points; now, she’s learning to shoot a gun and dance the waltz and throw a grown man over her shoulder. Better still, she’s been recruited to the special branch, an elite unit dedicated to cases of a paranormal nature, and that means spending her days alongside the dashing Thomas Wiltshire.

But being a Pinkerton isn’t quite what Rose imagined, and not everyone welcomes her into the fold. Meanwhile, her old friends aren’t sure what to make of the new Rose, and even Thomas seems to be having second thoughts about his junior partner. So when a chilling new case arrives on Rose’s doorstep, she jumps at the chance to prove herself - only to realize that the stakes are higher than she could have imagined. Six delegates have been murdered at a local political convention, and the police have no idea who - or what - is responsible. One thing seems clear: The killer’s next target is a candidate for New York City mayor, one Theodore Roosevelt.

Convinced that something supernatural is afoot, Rose and Thomas must track down the murderer before Roosevelt is taken out of the race - permanently. But this killer is unlike any they’ve faced before, and hunting him down will take them from brownstones to ballrooms to Bowery saloons. Not quite comfortable anywhere, Rose must come to terms with her own changed place in society - and the fact that some would do anything to see her gone from it entirely."

Ever since becoming absorbed by The Alienist, this period in New York and Theodore Roosevelt have captured me and I love the opportunity to revisit this time period.

A Golden Grave is the second book in Erin Lindsey's unique Rose Gallagher Mystery series. Though I wish I read the previous book first so I had a better understanding of the characters' backgrounds, motivations and the prior mystery, this book stood alone fine and my enjoyment was not hindered in the least. When I started I thought it was strictly a historical mystery, but quickly discovered it had paranormal elements. Huh? Could this possibly be good? Heck, yeah!

Rose Gallagher was formerly a house maid but now is a Pinkerton agent in their special division that deals with the paranormal. Thomas Wiltshire was formerly Rose's boss and is now her partner. Six delegates at a political convention died, and the police put out that it was a new fast-acting form of typhus. Rose and Thomas, however, smell a rat, and their investigation leads them to the paranormal. They join forces with friends and a dedicated police officer to figure out this mystery. They begin to wonder if they will even survive to solve this case.

After a slightly slow start, this book turned out to be a total joy to read. The mystery turned out to be more complex than I thought. As it neared its conclusion I was totally shocked....I did not see "that" coming! I really liked the bit of romance between Rose and Thomas; their chemistry was fantastic. It was heartbreaking to see how others thought of the Irish at this time in history, and the corruption of the police department was quite interesting. What really brought the Gilded Age in Manhattan to life, though, was the cast of real-life historical figures. We got to meet Teddy Roosevelt, Mark Twain AND Nikola Tesla! The new Statue of Liberty also made its appearance. I can't wait to go back and read the previous book, and I impatiently await the next installment!

I received an ARC of this book courtesy of the publisher and NetGalley. I received no compensation for my review, and all thoughts and opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Loved it. This series is quickly becoming one of my favorites, and I only wish that there were more books to read now!

Rose is now a full-fledged member of the Pinkerton agency, which brings new risks, new friends, and changes her fortunes seemingly overnight. She still has Thomas guiding her in her new career, but she's anxious to break out on her own. I loved how real Rose is....she feels out of place in both her old life and her new, and she is trying to find a place to fit in.

I can't wait for more of this detective and her unique career (plus, all the side characters are great too!)

The mysterious deaths of six supporters for Teddy Roosevelt’s nomination for mayor of New York in 1886 is brought to the attention of Rose Gallagher and her partner Thomas Wiltshire, Pinkerton Special Agents. The victims, who were each approached by a tall, gaunt man, collapsed and died within moments of their encounter. No poisons were found in their systems, but there are signs of cardiac arrest. Their chase to find their prey takes them from the ballrooms of the wealthy to the poorest sections of the city.

At one time, Rose was a maid in Thomas’ home. Her involvement in a previous case led to her acceptance as a Pinkerton. She has been trained in defense as well as social graces, but she is new to the position and frequently has doubts. However, she has her partner’s trust and shows her courage and abilities as she saves Mr. Roosevelt more than once.

With the assistance of Nicola Tesla, Rose and Thomas track people with luck, enhanced abilities that manifest themselves in different forms. Their assassin has the ability to speed the heart with just a touch, potentially causing death. Their chase ultimately takes them to the dedication of the Statue of Liberty and a confrontation that proves that Rose is up to the task.

Erin Lindsey’s writing makes it easy to visualize the grand manors of the rich in contrast to the tenements of the poor. Her characters are well drawn and the tension constantly builds to the end. This is the second book in Lindsey’s series and she concludes this entry with a hint of things to come. This is an excellent story combining history, mystery and a touch of the supernatural. I would like to thank NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for providing this book in exchange for my review.

A GOLDEN GRAVE is a historical mystery with a paranormal twist. Rose Gallagher has the ability to sense shades (AKA ghosts), and she works with many other people who have similar supernatural talents. Many of these talents are known as “luck”, and can be anything from photographic memory to reading minds. Sometimes I found the “lucky” characters to be a bit too unbelievable, but it worked with the paranormal aspects of the story. Overall, A GOLDEN GRAVE is a very interesting and entertaining novel. Lindsey brings late 1800s New York City to life, and she includes multiple historical figures such as Theodore Roosevelt, Mark Twain, and Nikola Telsa. Rose’s character has also nicely grown and eveloved since the opening of MURDER ON MILLIONAIRE’S ROW. I’m looking forward to Rose’s and Thomas’s next adventure(s).

A very good mystery. With real life celebs like Telsa and Twain, and a good plot, this was a well executed story. My first Lindsey book. She shows talent. Recommended.

I really appreciate the advanced copy for review!!

1) The cover is adorable and engaging.
2) I really liked this delightful read with like-able characters. It was a good change of pace from some of the heavy historical fictions I've been reading lately.
3) I look forward to reading Lindsey's other works
4) Thank you SO much for allowing me the opportunity to review this!

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The supernatural branch of the Pinkerton Agency refers to the paranormal abilities of some people as *luck*. Rose developed a version of it in a previous episode when she was still "just an ordinary Irish housemaid" but now she is a fledgling Pinkerton agent whose mother still lives in the Five Points in NYC. First came the mysterious deaths, then the investigation despite cover up by NYPD, and then the extremely hazardous business of protecting mayoral candidate Theodore Roosevelt with the fantastical help of Nikola Tessla and the financial support of Samuel Clemens. Well, it had me hooked at Theodore Roosevelt, but the whole book is a fascinating interweave of historical truth and a form of Urban Fantasy. I loved all of it!
I requested and received a free ebook copy from St Martin's Press/Minotaur Books via NetGalley. Thank you!

This is the first book I have read by Erin Lindsey, but it won't be my last! A Golden Grave wonderfully describes feel, social dynamics and period politics of the gilded age of NYC. After serving as a maid, Rose has been asked to join the Special Branch of the Pinkerton National Detective Agency. Despite growing pains, and some objections from a few individuals Rose proves herself to be a valuable asset to the agency due to her "special abilities." This wonderfully written historical fiction story weaves in famous figures of the past in a delightful plot that will keep you guessing as to what will happen next.

I started, A Golden Grave, excited to meet up with Rose Gallagher and see how her life had transformed by becoming a Pinkerton agent. Well, it was a wild ride and very entertaining outing! Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin's Press my e-arc.

On this assignment, Thomas Wiltshire and Rose are tasked with finding the man attempting to kill the upcoming 1886 NYC mayor Republican nominee. It turns out the candidate is none other than Theodore Roosevelt! But how do you catch a man who has a deadly "Luck" a.k.a. supernatural power while also trying to keep safe a man who has no desired to be protected?

This story pulled me in from the beginning - from the sights and events of Gilded age NYC to the historical figures populating the story, the addition of Edith Islington and finally to Rose, Thomas and their relationship. All so interesting and just well done.

My favorite aspect, however, was seeing the evolution of Rose. Through hard work, and ongoing support from Clara she is able to recognize her worth is not wrapped up in where she came from but rather through what she is accomplishing. I look forward to to what the future holds for her!

An entertaining addition to the Rose Gallagher mystery series. If this series is new to you I recommend picking up book one, Murder on Millionaires Row.

Rose Gallagher never dreamed a girl from the Five Points area of New York City would be learning to throw a man over her shoulder using jujitsu. In A Golden Grave by Erin Lindsey, Rose has joined a special branch of the Pinkerton National Detective Agency dealing with paranormal activities. Not everyone is thrilled to have her on board. When Theodore Roosevelt is nominated at the Republican candidate for mayor of New York City, but six delegates were found dead at the convention. Rose and Thomas face an enemy they have never encountered before. They enlist Nikolai Tesla, Samuel Clemens and the new Statue of Liberty trying to solve the case. Entertaining and fun look at NYC in the late 1880s.

I thoroughly enjoyed Erin Lindsey's paranormal mystery. I read its predecessor, Murder on Millionaire's Row, and was unprepared for the author's very unique "spin" on an historical mystery. But, reading this second novel, I was appropriately "set up" and enjoyed the premise and was happy to go along for the wild ride into the paranormal.

The concept of unique personal powers, referred to as Luck in these novels, adds another dimension to this light romantic mystery. Beyond that, the book is set during the young Theodore Roosevelt's campaign to be Mayor of New York. The period politics and social dynamic add an interesting dimension to this romantic historical mystery.

This was a fantastically entertaining book! It's the second in the series and I love pretty much everything about the concept of ghosts/fae/paranormal, a historical mystery and a budding romance between two amazing characters.

Rose is now a Pinkerton agent for the paranormal and there's a supernatural plot to murder Roosevelt during his mayoral campaign and murders at a political delegation and Rose and her now Pinkerton partner Thomas help find out who or what is behind this plot. Both the mystery aspect and the paranormal aspect were a really good read with twists and turns and character growth. I love Rose, she's strong and smart but realistically still unsure of both her skills that she's learning and her place in Thomas's life. The secondary characters are great as well. Then there's the conversation at the end of the book that makes me impatient for book 3!

Definitely a must read for anyone who likes paranormal/fantasy and historical mysteries!