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'A fascinating account of a Georgian cause celebre... just as Kate Summerscale did brilliantly in 'The Suspicions of Mr Whicher'' --Mail on Sunday
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A shocking tale of greed and family betrayal
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Just finished this book and what a book it was. I bought it because of all the great reviews, particularly the most recent in The Times. It certainly lived up to expectation for me. It's a beautifully put together, non-fictional account of John Donellan's trial set against the backdrop of Georgian England. The plot unravels in a way that is both entertaining and ultimately devastating. I can really see this book made into a film - some extraordinary characters in such an outrageous setting - you cannot help but have an opinion on this world and the people in it. A real gem of a read and a fantastic, intelligent piece of storytelling.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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A really well laid-out book. The scene is set, the characters are introduced then the trial unfolds. What follows is a fascinating insight into a 230 year old legal drama. Not exactly a 'whodunnit' more a 'didhedoit'! A great read.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Heard an interview on radio about this; really intriguing story full of family scandal. A battle to the death really between mother and son-in-law! Lots of interesting period detail esp about medical care; also about London society - those Georgians were party people, to say the least. I wont spoil the end of the story, but Elizabeth Cooke comes up with a theory as to what really killed Theodosious Boughton. Reminded me of 'The Suspicions of Mr.Whicher'. A great read, the ultimate detective mystery!
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