Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #20481 in Books
• Published on: 2006-10
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 432 pages

Customer Reviews

Regency murder mystery
Young nobleman Sebastian St Cyr finds himself framed for the violent murder of a young actress. Urged by his family to flee to continent, instead he goes into hiding in the more disreputable areas of London whilst pursuing his own investigation into the murder, ably aided by a surgeon from his army days, an ex-lover actress and a pick-pocket lad.

Very entertaining, with a good twisty plot and plenty of action. The complex politics of the era make an interesting backdrop and Sebastian St Cyr himself makes a very dashing lead,(if slightly too egalitarian to be a fully convincing Regency nobleman). The murder scene has a certain amount of gore, but nothing you can't skip over if squeamish.

A Regency with a twist
I have been immersed in the Regency period since the 1970's. If Georgette Heyer created a Regency world all of her own then C S Harris has done the same. Both remained true to the basic mores of the society they portray but each have imprinted them with their own individual stamp.

I love both worlds. C S Harris is a gifted writer who creates believable characters. Sebastian St Cyr is a troubled human being with a tormented past who nevertheless tries his best to do the right thing, frequently endangering his life to bring about justice.

Each new book is eagerly awaited, cleverly crafted and thoroughly enjoyed. I recommend the whole series to you. If you want a Regency with a little twist then these are the books for you.