The Reluctant Recuperation of Phryne Fisher

Prompt: Phryne fisher falls ill with a cold while on a case with detective inspector Jack Robinson. Dot, Phryne’s assistant, tries to get Phryne to rest, but she denies she is ill. It’s only once the physical exertion gets too much for her that Jack forces Phryne to rest.

Story Parts

Part 1

Chapter 1: A Sore Throat and a Stolen Necklace

Phryne Fisher strode down the sidewalk, her heels clicking on the pavement as she gazed intently at the shopfront before...

Part 2

Chapter 2: A Cold Trail

As they stepped out onto the sidewalk, Phryne was enveloped by the crisp Melbourne air, which seemed to slap her in the ...

Part 3

Chapter 3: A New Lead

Phryne slept fitfully, her dreams filled with images of the case and snippets of conversation with Jack. She woke up fee...

Part 4

Chapter 4: A New Lead and a Growing Enigma

Phryne's eyes widened in surprise as she listened to the museum director on the phone. She couldn't believe that another...