The Cater Street Hangman (Charlotte & Thomas Pitt, #1)
The Cater Street Hangman (Charlotte & Thomas Pitt, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998288
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1880s
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Cater Street Hangman by Anne Perry is a historical mystery novel set in Victorian London. It follows Charlotte Ellison and her family as they navigate the investigation of a series of murders in their neighborhood, with Inspector Pitt leading the inquiry. Themes of societal norms and class are explored as the mystery unfolds.
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Anne Perry's The Cater Street Hangman receives praise for its richly detailed Victorian setting and complex characters, particularly Charlotte Ellison. The novel's blend of mystery and social themes is compelling, although some readers find the pacing uneven and initial chapters slow. Overall, it effectively weaves historical context with a gripping plot.
Who Should Read The Cater Street Hangman (Charlotte & Thomas Pitt, #1)?
Readers who enjoy historical mystery novels like Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series or Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot will be drawn to Anne Perry's The Cater Street Hangman. Set in Victorian London, it blends intricate plotting with rich period details, appealing to fans of classic whodunits with a historical twist.
24,911 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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288
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1880s
1998
Adult
18+ years
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