One night, one rash act, one crime changed James Daunton's life for ever. Robbed of everything he once had, and trapped in a merciless vendetta, James must now take on Nathaniel Caine and his gang to survive. Alone, he cannot hope to win, but to find allies he needs to learn to trust in a world of betrayal. Each of those who promise help has their own secrets, hidden in silences, half-truths and lies. And asked if it is fate, destiny, or simply chance that brings them together, each of them would have a different answer. Avon Street is an historical adventure story that takes the reader on a journey behind the Georgian facades of the city to expose the darker side of Victorian Bath. It is a book about the potential that lies, often unlocked or unrecognised, in all of us.
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Paul Emanuelli is a retired local government manager and writer. He studied creative writing at his local further education college and at Bath University. He was a prize winner in the short story competition at the Wells Literary Festival in 2004.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Andre
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I found this book a little slow to begin with, but it assumed its own momentum and was eventually difficult to put down. It was an enjoyable read.
The author has clearly carried out a great deal of research and is true to the historical context of Victorian Bath - a fascinating setting.
An excellent first novel - I for one hope that more will come along from this author.
The author has clearly carried out a great deal of research and is true to the historical context of Victorian Bath - a fascinating setting.
An excellent first novel - I for one hope that more will come along from this author.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Caroline_LS
Format:Paperback
Gritty, utterly engaging and thoroughly researched, this historical, crime thriller is influenced by actual events from Bath in 1850. As the author says, `The past makes us who we are,' and his clever adaptation of actual characters and events makes `Avon Street' a novel that I'd highly recommend. I hope Paul Emanuelli reaches the audience that he so deserves.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By John
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I don't know Bath particularly well, but this book certainly made me want to explore some of the historical sites of the town in more detail. The author clearly has an eye for historical detail, but more importantly he created some plausible characters and gave them sufficient depth that I actually started caring about what was going to happen to them at the end. At times it had me thinking of 'The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists' by Robert Tressels (Sp?) in the way that it used a narrative to make social points (though here it is purely historical).
The book definitely did a good job of conjouring up a Victorian atmosphere - and it managed to create a strong visual image in my mind. I'd be interested to read something else by the author, but maybe set in a different era - it would be good to see how he uses a more contemporary world to make social/economic/political observations.
5 stars - better than a lot of stuff I've read from well established authors.
The book definitely did a good job of conjouring up a Victorian atmosphere - and it managed to create a strong visual image in my mind. I'd be interested to read something else by the author, but maybe set in a different era - it would be good to see how he uses a more contemporary world to make social/economic/political observations.
5 stars - better than a lot of stuff I've read from well established authors.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
A cracker
Terrific research and the writing made sure I read it in one go, a good days work. This book is a great way to learn a bit of 1850's social history. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Simon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good read
I liked the detail in this story, and the life like characters. Enjoyed the descriptions and the feel of the era.
Published 1 month ago by brenda roberts Brenda Roberts
3.0 out of 5 stars
It was like the good cowboys with white hats and the baddies wore...
A little predictable but well written characters and a neat plot. Good background descriptions and some contextual information helped with scene setting.
Published 1 month ago by Marilyn Kelly
4.0 out of 5 stars
History with a human face
Avon Street is the debut novel of writer Paul Emanuelli. It is set in the city of Bath in 1850 - a city made famous by Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey. Read more
Published 2 months ago by sagababe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Atmospheric
bought it because it was cheap. Read it because it was good. So different to other crime books. Paints an excellent picture of west life Victorian Bath. A good read
Published 2 months ago by pete the neck
5.0 out of 5 stars
Avon Street
I will never again see this part of Bath in the same way. I now drive past Avon Street area on a daily basis imagining what it was like in 1850. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Redretroqueen
4.0 out of 5 stars
Bedtime reading
Very good storyline. Author had really put a lot of time into researching for this book. Have already recommended to my daughter who is also a bookaholic with a kindle.
Published 3 months ago by margaret evans
5.0 out of 5 stars
Out of the ordinary but excellent
A must for anyone that knows the fair City.
A well crafted tale that keeps the reader's attention until the very end.
Well written and very entertaining.
A well crafted tale that keeps the reader's attention until the very end.
Well written and very entertaining.
Published 3 months ago by john stickland
5.0 out of 5 stars
Engrossing novel, well drawn characters
This is a novel about a gang of criminals and extortioners in Bath in 1850 and how their victims try to fight back against them, in the face of indifference or active corruption... Read more
Published 3 months ago by John Hopper
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not the bath you know now
A great read and well thought out characters. Absolutely burned through it. It certainly is not the Bath I know now and really takes the sheen off all the upper class period... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sandy Pedro
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