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Anne Perry
Resurrection Row
3.9
Part of "Charlotte & Thomas Pitt" series
"Resurrection Row" by Anne Perry is a gripping historical mystery set in the slums of Victorian London. The novel is the twelfth installment in Perry's beloved Thomas Pitt series, which follows the investigations of the chief of the Special Branch of Scotland Yard. In "Resurrection Row," the body of a young woman is found in a notorious slum, and Pitt is called in to investigate. The woman has been strangled, and her body bears the marks of a recent autopsy. It soon becomes clear that the woman was part of a gruesome experiment conducted by a mad scientist, who has been murdering and dissecting homeless people in order to study the effects of death on the human body. As Pitt and his team delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of corruption and exploitation that extends to the highest levels of society. The investigation takes Pitt from the squalid tenements of the slums to the opulent mansions of the aristocracy, as he and his team race to unmask the killer before he can strike again. Perry's vivid depictions of Victorian London bring the city to life, and her meticulous research into the period's medical practices and social issues adds depth and authenticity to the story. The novel's intricate plot and complex characters will keep readers guessing until the very end, and the book's themes of class, power, and morality will resonate with contemporary audiences. Overall, "Resurrection Row" is a thrilling and thought-provoking addition to Anne Perry's acclaimed Thomas Pitt series. Fans of historical mysteries and Victorian fiction will be captivated by this gripping tale of murder, science, and social justice...
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