Clare is an appealing protagonist, and Stabenow does an excellent job incorporating real historical figures into a nicely paced story. For fans of the author and of historical mysteries. * Library Journal * The Harvey Girl marks the debut of a brilliant and charming new detective series. This mystery is packed with fascinating historic details, vivid characters, and a clever plot that moves as fast as the Old West trains so beautifully depicted in the story. As a New Mexican with an interest in the real history of the Harvey Girls, I adored this novel and cant wait for the next one. Highly, highly recommended! * Douglas Preston, co-author of the celebrated Pendergast series * A fast, fun and fascinating read. I want more, as soon as possible. * Mike Finns Fiction * The Harvey Girl marks an exciting new direction for Dana Stabenow, blending the grit of a classic Western with the sharp instincts of a detective thriller.Stabenow excels at atmosphere, vividly rendering a boomtown alive with ambition, corruption, and looming dangerfans of frontier drama and character-driven mysteries will find plenty to enjoy here. * The Real Book Spy * 'The mystery element of the novel is enjoyable; the Harvey detail irresistible.' - The Morning Star
