The Mourning Necklace

The Mourning Necklace by Kate Foster is a richly atmospheric historical novel shaped by a journalist’s eye for detail and a deep love of Edinburgh’s past. Foster, award-winning author of The Maiden and The King’s Witches, brings her signature blend of tension and empathy to a story that feels both intimate and steeped in place.

Rooted in the streets and shadows of Edinburgh, this is historical fiction that pays close attention to the lives behind the records—power, reputation, and the small choices that can change everything. With Foster’s crisp, confident storytelling, the city’s history becomes immediate and human, drawing you in page by page.

Perfect for readers who enjoy Scottish historical fiction, literary suspense, and character-driven stories with a strong sense of setting—especially fans of dark, meticulously researched narratives.

Add The Mourning Necklace to your basket and settle in for a spellbinding trip into Edinburgh’s history.