Murder in Grub Street

Murder in Grub Street

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1996 · English · Paperback · 14 editions
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Amid the cobbled streets of 18th century London, unrest brews as a heinous crime rattles the tight-knit community of Grub Street. A local printer is found gruesomely murdered, alongside members of his family and two apprentices, leaving behind a trail of suspicion and dread. In an era rife with suspicion and societal division, the investigation unfolds, revealing an intricate web of secrets that entangles everyone from the lowliest pamphleteers to influential publishers.

As the hunt for the truth ensues, alliances form and dissolve, leading to unexpected alliances among characters of various strata. The narrative deftly weaves through the bustling lives of Grub Street's inhabitants, showcasing a vivid tapestry of ambition, betrayal, and the pursuit of power. The atmosphere is thick with tension as detectives and neighborhood denizens seek to uncover the grim mysteries shadowing the streets.

While motives are tested and alibis scrutinized, the quest for justice becomes a perilous journey through London's murky underbelly. Each revelation brings the protagonist closer to confronting not only the murderer but also the darker aspects of humanity that lie beneath the surface. With each twist and turn, the story captures the essence of a city on the brink, where the written word can both illuminate and destroy.

Book Details

Format Paperback
Pages 310 pages
Language English
Published Nov 1, 1996
Publisher Berkley
Editions 14 editions
ISBN-10 0425155501
ISBN-13 9780425155509
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