One of the best novels of 2022. An engrossing, moving saga following the lives of an eccentric British family from 1919 to 1945.
Tag: historical
1960s infatuation
Free Love is an incisive novel about a 1960s housewife who throws up her life to become a hippy, and the family she leaves behind.
The poetry of food
Vivid, beautifully written novel about a wonderful 19th century cook, Eliza Acton, with characters and scenes that leap off the page.
Riots, Betrayal and Murder in the city
Politics religion, murder and mayhem are back in this pacey historical mystery set in London in 1641. Book 2 in the series.
Bloody women
There’s no excuse for being a serial killer… Or is there? Superbly written, captivating and vivid historical novel based on a true story.
Bodies among the waxworks
Well written, skillfully constructed detective novel set in London in 1896. A good ol’ pageturner with dead bodies galore – and bank heists.
Funny, delightful 1920s mystery
Funny, quirky, clever, entertaining and well written historical crime fiction. Book 2 in the Skelton’s Guide series
Murderous Medieval nuns
Atmospheric mystery set in 1399 in a French convent. Featuring feminist writer Christine de Pizan, who really worked under King Charles VI.
Murder and treachery in 17C London
Politics, religion, commerce and science collide in this intriguing, fast-paced historical mystery set in London in 1640. First of a trilogy.
Brothels, plague and fire in London
A wonderfully written, bawdy, vivid, thrilling romp set to a backdrop of plague, fire, brothels and playhouses.