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The Murder of Patience Brooke
by J.C. Briggs
When I saw The Murder of Patience Brooke by J.C. Briggs on NetGalley I knew I had to read it. The book begins at the home that Charles Dickens founded for fallen women. The gruesome murder of Patience Brooke is discovered. So Charles Dickens and Superintendent Jones waste no time in investigating the murder. They did not know much about Patience Brooke but soon find out that not many knew her at all. Her past is clouded in secrecy. However, another girl disappears. They realize they may not have much time at all as they track through London chasing clues to find this evil murderer.
So the first thing that caught my eye was the title. It sounded like a good mystery. Then I saw that it was a Victorian London mystery…even better. AND THEN I saw that it is the first in a series called Charles Dickens Investigations! As in… A Tale of Two Cities, Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol…yes, that Charles Dickens! I absolutely adore Charles Dickens. He is one of my favorite authors, so reading a book about him investigating murders just really drew me in!
I must say, I was not disappointed! There were a few slow parts. I had to read when I was fully awake so that I did not miss any details. However, this book takes you on a journey through gloomy, foggy, Victorian London. The descriptions are unbelievable, it made me feel that I was there! This book is full of small details and facts regarding Charles Dickens which I really enjoyed. Also, Charles Dickens is not the only author that readers meet, no spoilers though. I also love the camaraderie between Dickens and Jones. They make a wonderful team. The mystery is dark and full of twists that keep the reader guessing until the end.
Overall, I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars! I am counting down the minutes until I can read the next book!
Thank you, NetGalley and Sapere Books for a copy of this book!
So the first thing that caught my eye was the title. It sounded like a good mystery. Then I saw that it was a Victorian London mystery…even better. AND THEN I saw that it is the first in a series called Charles Dickens Investigations! As in… A Tale of Two Cities, Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol…yes, that Charles Dickens! I absolutely adore Charles Dickens. He is one of my favorite authors, so reading a book about him investigating murders just really drew me in!
I must say, I was not disappointed! There were a few slow parts. I had to read when I was fully awake so that I did not miss any details. However, this book takes you on a journey through gloomy, foggy, Victorian London. The descriptions are unbelievable, it made me feel that I was there! This book is full of small details and facts regarding Charles Dickens which I really enjoyed. Also, Charles Dickens is not the only author that readers meet, no spoilers though. I also love the camaraderie between Dickens and Jones. They make a wonderful team. The mystery is dark and full of twists that keep the reader guessing until the end.
Overall, I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars! I am counting down the minutes until I can read the next book!
Thank you, NetGalley and Sapere Books for a copy of this book!