Death in the Underworld by Betsy Longenbaugh is a historical mystery loosely based on a true crime in Alaska. The premise intrigued me: Murders, scandal, and history all rolled into one. The setting was atmospheric and the bones of the story were solid, but the pacing dragged. Apparently I like my murder and mayhem served with the energy of a triple espresso; this one felt more like a cup of herbal tea. It wasn’t bad, just not my speed.
