All the novels in the Edward Ware Thriller Series are historical thrillers with the emphasis on “thrillers”. Some of the volumes are more historical, some are less so. In 1934 Plot the historical background is more distant. Dora must find out who is Leopold? When she does, it changes her life forever. The personal drama is emphasized, though the opening chapter is real enough. The Morro Castle really did catch fire off the coast of New Jersey on September 8, 1934. It really was because of suspected arson. But I fictionalize from there.