Midnight at Marble Arch (Thomas Pitt Mystery, Book 28): Danger is only ever one step away...
Sep 2012 · Hachette UK
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Will Pitt be able to uncover the unspeakable truth behind two women's deaths?
Loyal, honest and, above all, principled. There is no finer detective in Victorian London than Thomas Pitt; the protagonist of Anne Perry's acclaimed mysteries. Perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom and Sherlock Holmes.
'Sweeping and scandalous... Perry has perfected a delicate touch' - New York Times Book Review
It is 1896, and Thomas Pitt is in charge of Special Branch. He is beginning to understand the power he now commands, but is still ill at ease at the glittering events he and his wife Charlotte must attend. During a lavish party at the Spanish Embassy, a policeman breaks into Pitt's conversation with investor Rawdon Quixwood to break the terrible news that Quixwood's wife, Catherine, has been viciously assaulted at their home, and left for dead. Worse still, it appears that the assailant was someone she had trusted as she opened the door to the attacker herself.
At the same party, Charlotte sees Angeles Castelbranco, an ambassador's daughter, flinch in fear at the teasing of some young men. A few days later, she flees from the same group and, in her terror, falls from a window - what could have caused her to take that fatal step? Pitt and his friend Victor Narraway vow to uncover the unspoken truth behind these two women's deaths. But as they investigate, deception and violence get ever nearer and danger is only ever one step away...
What readers are saying about Midnight at Marble Arch:
'The story is very compelling and keeps you guessing until the end'
'Intelligent, gritty... and heartfelt'
'Excellent. Brilliant story and superb characterisation'
Loyal, honest and, above all, principled. There is no finer detective in Victorian London than Thomas Pitt; the protagonist of Anne Perry's acclaimed mysteries. Perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom and Sherlock Holmes.
'Sweeping and scandalous... Perry has perfected a delicate touch' - New York Times Book Review
It is 1896, and Thomas Pitt is in charge of Special Branch. He is beginning to understand the power he now commands, but is still ill at ease at the glittering events he and his wife Charlotte must attend. During a lavish party at the Spanish Embassy, a policeman breaks into Pitt's conversation with investor Rawdon Quixwood to break the terrible news that Quixwood's wife, Catherine, has been viciously assaulted at their home, and left for dead. Worse still, it appears that the assailant was someone she had trusted as she opened the door to the attacker herself.
At the same party, Charlotte sees Angeles Castelbranco, an ambassador's daughter, flinch in fear at the teasing of some young men. A few days later, she flees from the same group and, in her terror, falls from a window - what could have caused her to take that fatal step? Pitt and his friend Victor Narraway vow to uncover the unspoken truth behind these two women's deaths. But as they investigate, deception and violence get ever nearer and danger is only ever one step away...
What readers are saying about Midnight at Marble Arch:
'The story is very compelling and keeps you guessing until the end'
'Intelligent, gritty... and heartfelt'
'Excellent. Brilliant story and superb characterisation'
Ratings and reviews
4.3
6 reviews
Kelvin West
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August 12, 2013
Basically another good read from Anne Perry. But not so much a Thomas and Charlotte Pitt novel, more a new series, with the main character Victor Narraway. The only down side being the ending is not complete. Read and enjoy.
Alex Campbell
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May 27, 2017
A good read but a little drawn out I thought, and the ending a bit disappointing.
About the author
Anne Perry is a New York Times bestselling author noted for her memorable characters, historical accuracy and exploration of social and ethical issues. Her two series, one featuring Thomas Pitt and one featuring William Monk, have been published in multiple languages. Anne Perry has also published a successful series based around World War One and the Reavley family, and the recent standalone novel The Sheen on the Silk. Anne Perry was selected by The Times as one of the twentieth century's '100 Masters of Crime'.
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