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The Great Stink

Clare Clark
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The Great Stink

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Clare Clark

The Great Stink

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

372

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Period
Victorian Era
Setting

London, England • 1850s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1030L

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Super Short Summary

The Great Stink by Clare Clark is a historical novel set in 1850s London, focusing on individuals involved in the city's sewer system. The narrative examines challenges, corruption, and personal struggles against the backdrop of the infamous sewage crisis that affected the city. The story delves into themes of urban development and human resilience.

Dark

Mysterious

Gritty

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

3.9

1,575 ratings

56%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Clare Clark's The Great Stink is praised for its vivid depiction of Victorian London's gritty underbelly and rich historical detail. The complex protagonist captivates, though some find the pacing uneven. The novel immerses readers in a compelling mystery within the backdrop of London's sewer construction, appealing to historical fiction and mystery lovers alike.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Great Stink?

Readers who relish detailed, atmospheric historical fiction akin to Sarah Waters's Fingersmith or Michel Faber's The Crimson Petal and the White will enjoy Clare Clark's The Great Stink. It's perfect for those captivated by Victorian-era intrigue, complex characters, and richly woven narratives.

3.9

1,575 ratings

56%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

372

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Period
Victorian Era
Setting

London, England • 1850s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1030L

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