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catmom22's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
5.0
haylnomann's review
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
beastreader's review against another edition
4.0
Why Kill the Innocent is an Instant winner! From the first page to the last page, I was hooked. I could not stop reading. I really felt like I had been transported back to the 1800's in London. Everything from the storyline to all the characters is what made this book such an enjoyable read for me. Besides Sebastian and his wife, Hero; the other characters did not just play minor roles in the story. Although, I must admit that I found Hero to be the stronger lead for me. Her voice resonated with me louder.
The whole story was great. I was trying to solve the mystery of the murder of Jane before Hero and Sebastian did but I was not able to. They work so well together. Not just because they are husband and wife but because they are both smart and pick up on different aspects of the same case. I can't wait to join Sebastian and Hero as they solve their next case.
The whole story was great. I was trying to solve the mystery of the murder of Jane before Hero and Sebastian did but I was not able to. They work so well together. Not just because they are husband and wife but because they are both smart and pick up on different aspects of the same case. I can't wait to join Sebastian and Hero as they solve their next case.
mamap's review against another edition
3.0
Simon is about 1 yr old now - and Hero comes upon the dead body of Jane Ambrose, a piano teacher to Princess Charlotte - Prinny's estranged daughter.
A good mystery, but what I've enjoyed in this series is the development of Devlin and his relationships - not a lot of that - just dealing with established characters - is this the end of this series.
A good mystery, but what I've enjoyed in this series is the development of Devlin and his relationships - not a lot of that - just dealing with established characters - is this the end of this series.
ohwowanotherone's review
adventurous
dark
informative
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This is part of a series of mysteries set during the Regency. If you like mysteries and Jane Austen you will probably like them. I especially like the main characters, who are misfits in their own way.
constantreader471's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars for a solid addition to this excellent historical mystery series. It is set in London, January, 1814. Alexi Sauvage has introduced Hero Devlin to a 8 months pregnant wife of a recently impressed cooper. Her husband was snatched of the street by a Royal Navy press gang. She is desperate need of food and coal. Hero and her friend Alexi assist her in the successful birth of her child.
They are returning to Hero's carriage when they stumble upon the body of a woman. Hero recognizes her as Jane Ambrose, piano teacher to Princess Charlotte, the Regent's daughter. She sends word to her husband, Sebastian St Cyr, Viscount Devlin. Sauvage has told Hero that the body was moved after death, due to the lack of blood from the wound. Devlin decides to investigate what was either a murder or manslaughter.
However, the Palace does not want this classed as a murder, because it would embarrass the Royal family. The authorities announce that she died as a result of a fall, hitting her head.
Devlin angers some powerful people by investigating and is attacked. He does solve the murder. There are many suspects with twists and turns in the plot. I was not sure of who the killer was until near the end.
I like that the author incorporates the use of terms in use in 1814 London:
Footpad=robber
cutpurse=thief
Description of Hero's clothes: "Unable to use her carriage in the snow-filled streets and scorning sedan chairs, she pulled on demi-broquins of fine morocco lined with fur, wrapped herself in a fur trimmed pelisse with a matching Swedish hat fastened up on one side, and walked."
The author discusses the plight of the poor, compared with the rich and the inequities of limited suffrage, and limitations placed upon talented women in Regency Britain.
I recommend that you read this series in order, as there are developments in Devlin's personal life throughout the series. See my review of book 1 What Angels Fear: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2269781535
I read this library book in 3 days.
They are returning to Hero's carriage when they stumble upon the body of a woman. Hero recognizes her as Jane Ambrose, piano teacher to Princess Charlotte, the Regent's daughter. She sends word to her husband, Sebastian St Cyr, Viscount Devlin. Sauvage has told Hero that the body was moved after death, due to the lack of blood from the wound. Devlin decides to investigate what was either a murder or manslaughter.
However, the Palace does not want this classed as a murder, because it would embarrass the Royal family. The authorities announce that she died as a result of a fall, hitting her head.
Devlin angers some powerful people by investigating and is attacked. He does solve the murder. There are many suspects with twists and turns in the plot. I was not sure of who the killer was until near the end.
I like that the author incorporates the use of terms in use in 1814 London:
Footpad=robber
cutpurse=thief
Description of Hero's clothes: "Unable to use her carriage in the snow-filled streets and scorning sedan chairs, she pulled on demi-broquins of fine morocco lined with fur, wrapped herself in a fur trimmed pelisse with a matching Swedish hat fastened up on one side, and walked."
The author discusses the plight of the poor, compared with the rich and the inequities of limited suffrage, and limitations placed upon talented women in Regency Britain.
I recommend that you read this series in order, as there are developments in Devlin's personal life throughout the series. See my review of book 1 What Angels Fear: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2269781535
I read this library book in 3 days.
mariannehdonley's review against another edition
5.0
Excellent
I always enjoy C.S Harris’ books. But I found this one especially satisfying. I cheered when the rapist got his reward!
I always enjoy C.S Harris’ books. But I found this one especially satisfying. I cheered when the rapist got his reward!
snakeling's review against another edition
4.0
That one sheds a really stark light on the living conditions of the wife and daughter of the Prince Regent, and it's not pretty, though of course it's not as bad as those of the poor people. I liked that Hero took an active part into the investigation.
genizah's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
2.5
Really leans into the contemporary depictions of Nathan Rothschild in a way that, while historically accurate, is not not antisemitic.