When the indomitable Germaine Moreau discovers an old locket buried in her garden, she sets out to find its rightful owner. Her search takes her on a hundred-year-old trail of blackmail, robbery, and betrayal. She and her intrepid chums discover clues that lead them to the Swarthy Swiper, a Victorian jewel thief and ancestor of a contemporary political villain. Good conquers evil, hard work pays off, and people observe the rules of etiquette in the timeless New England town of Springdale, where the story takes place. A campy cozy full of historical information (both real and invented), Germaine Moreau will appeal to mystery fans and history buffs of all ages. "It's Nancy Drew meets Wes Anderson " -- Erica Walch, reader and fan. Good conquers evil, hard work pays off, and people observe the rules of etiquette in the timeless New England town of Springdale, where the story takes place. A fun romp full of (real and invented) historical information, Germaine Moreau will appeal to mystery fans of all ages. "It's Nancy Drew meets Wes Anderson " -- Erica Walch, reader and fan.