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The Butcher of Berner Street

A Leo Stanhope Case
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The Butcher of Berner Street follows journalist Leo Stanhope as he delves into the dark heart of Victorian London. After a murder at an East London club, Leo pursues a gripping mystery that takes him from the foggy streets to a convent harbouring secrets, all while his newspaper reports may have put lives at risk. This atmospheric novel richly evokes the sights, sounds and smells of the era, blending historical detail with a compelling thriller narrative.
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Ideal for readers who love historical mysteries set in Victorian London, especially fans of authors like Antonia Hodgson, Abir Mukherjee and Andrew Taylor. The richly described setting and intricate character dynamics will appeal to those seeking a highly atmospheric and character-driven thriller.

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An anonymous letter summons fledgling journalist Leo Stanhope to an East End club, only for the owner to be found murdered in this highly atmospheric, characterful Victorian mystery, perfect for fans of Antonia Hodgson, Abir Mukherjee and Andrew Taylor

An anonymous letter summons fledgling journalist Leo Stanhope to an East End club, only for the owner to be found murdered in this highly atmospheric, characterful Victorian mystery, perfect for fans of Antonia Hodgson, Abir Mukherjee and Andrew Taylor

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The third atmospheric mystery from the author of the Richard and the Judy Book Club choice, The House on Half Moon Street.

'Exceptional – you hear and smell and taste Victorian London' Sarah Hilary

The headlines scream warnings about the Butcher of Berner Street! and the journalist behind them – Leo Stanhope – is secretly thrilled to see the effect his words are having.

Leo is used to covering more mundane issues, but when an anonymous letter summons him to a club in East London, only for the owner of the club to be found murdered shortly afterwards, Leo sees a story worth pursuing. Not to mention an opportunity to make a name for himself.

Yet the more Leo digs, the stranger the story becomes, taking him from the club to a nearby convent, and into the past of a very unusual woman. But he is not the only one hunting for a killer. And it seems Leo’s newspaper reports may have put someone else in grave danger…

The Butcher of Berner Street is a brilliantly atmospheric, characterful Victorian mystery, perfect for fans of Antonia Hodgson, Abir Mukherjee and Andrew Taylor.

Series: A Leo Stanhope Case

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Praised for its exceptional atmosphere and vivid sensory detail, this novel immerses readers in Victorian London with "gorgeous description" and "immaculately researched" storytelling. Sarah Hilary highlights its timely themes, while John McCullough commends Leo's empathy and depth. Fans appreciate the strong character relationships and intricate plotting that set it apart from typical mysteries.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526612748

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 November 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Raven Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 214.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Alex Reeve lives in Oxfordshire and is a university lecturer. The Butcher of Berner Street is the third in the Leo Stanhope series, following on from the The House on Half Moon Street and The Anarchists’ Club. The acclaimed series has been shortlisted twice for the CWA Sapere Books Historical Dagger, with The House on Half Moon Street also shortlisted for the
Polari First Book Prize and the RSL Christopher Bland Prize.

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