Author Shani Cossins has been honored with the Literary Titan Book Award for her novel A Game of Masquerade, a gripping historical mystery that reimagines the infamous Jack the Ripper murders with a speculative twist. This award celebrates books that exemplify exceptional writing, original storytelling, and creative merit.
In A Game of Masquerade, Cossins takes readers deep into the shadowy streets of London’s East End in 1888, where history and imagination collide. Everyone knows the legend of Jack the Ripper, but what if his identity was more than human? Through the eyes of Professor Orlando Delbrotman, a time-traveling outsider thrust into the heart of Whitechapel, readers uncover a chilling possibility: a fugitive from another world, entangled in one of history’s most brutal mysteries. To stop the murders without altering the course of history, the Professor must confront the monster that both past and future have conspired to create.
The novel blends historical authenticity with speculative intrigue, described by Literary Titan as “a story thick with atmosphere… balancing historical grit with an outsider’s eye, offering a fresh and compelling take on the Ripper mystery.” The review praised the vivid detail, raw portrayal of Victorian life, and the intriguing contrast between the eccentric Professor and the chaos of 19th-century London.
Cossins’ inspiration stems from her lifelong fascination with time travel and the enduring enigma of Jack the Ripper. “Stepping into history means there is always a risk of altering it,” Cossins explained in a recent interview. “It’s both thrilling and dangerous—and that tension is what makes great storytelling.” Her passion for the period is evident in every detail, capturing the East End not just as a setting but as a living, breathing character that fuels the story’s explosive tension.
A Game of Masquerade is available now in paperback and eBook formats. Readers can purchase the award-winning novel on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Don’t miss this captivating journey into the dark alleys of Whitechapel, where history meets the extraordinary.
About the Author
Shani Cossins lives and works in Australia. A lifelong lover of both science fiction and history, she has published a novella, contributed to science fiction fanzines, and also contributed to a fan-fiction novel based on the gothic horror series Dark Shadows. Her particular passion lies in London’s 19th-century history and the Tudor period, which often inspire her creative work. A Game of Masquerade exemplifies her fascination with weaving speculative narratives into real historical settings. When she isn’t writing, Cossins is a devoted cat lover who delights in every new four-footed friend she meets.
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