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The Fleet Street Murders

Charles Lenox Mysteries Series #3

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The Fleet Street Murders

By: Charles Finch
Narrated by: James Langton
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It's Christmas, 1866, and amateur sleuth Charles Lenox, recently engaged to his best friend, Lady Jane Grey, is happily celebrating the holiday in his Mayfair townhouse. Across London, however, two journalists have just met with violent deaths - one shot, one throttled. Lenox soon involves himself in the strange case but must leave it behind to go north to Stirrington, where he is running for Parliament. Once there, he gets a further shock when Lady Jane sends him a letter whose contents may threaten their nuptials.

In London, the police apprehend two unlikely and unrelated murder suspects. From the start, Lenox has his doubts; the crimes, he is sure, are tied. But how? Racing back and forth between London and Stirrington, Lenox must negotiate the complexities of crime and politics, not to mention his imperiled engagement. But as the case mounts, Lenox learns that the person behind the murders may be closer to him - and his beloved - than he knows.

Investigate more mysterious doings with Charles Lennox.©2009 Charles Finch (P)2011 Tantor Crime Detective Fiction Historical Mystery Traditional Detectives Murder England Christmas Winter

Critic reviews

"With its vivid evocation of Victorian England and an appealing protagonist, this is a worthy addition to a fine series of historical whodunits." ( Booklist)
Compelling Characters • Intriguing Plot • Engaging Mysteries • Vivid Historical Setting • Soothing Voice
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One of the better mystery novels I have read.
The author kept me entertained and hooked on the plot all the way through.

Greatly entertaining!

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Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Yes. I enjoyed the first 2 books, but not this one as much.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

The election process in England.

Which character – as performed by James Langton – was your favorite?

The valet.

Any additional comments?

I'll give #4 a go.

Trying to remember why I liked this series.

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I neglected to mention the reader in my review of book two, he is very good, soothing and correct in his pronunciation and clear. Bless you, dear reader, and EXCELSIOR!

Another lovely addition to a very good series.

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I really like Finch books, but this reader is so dry with a perpetual cadence that literally puts me to sleep while I listen.

Reader needs more dramatization

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Charles Lenox is a person I feel I know and like very much, as is his valet Graham and his love, Lady Jane. The plot is clever and the reader is so British. Looking forward to downloading the next one.

I just love this series.

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Another new addition. New and old characters that pull the story along

Sadness, danger, disappointment and happiness all combine together!

Great

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If you don’t mind Americanisms, anachronisms, and using a derrick to hoist your disbelief, it’s light fun. Too bad the narrator has a droopy voice.

Fun in spite of it all

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The main characters and their development gets more interesting with each book. The plot is intricate, yet still plausible.
If you like a mystery that is suspenseful enough to hold your attention, but not morbid or vulgar, you will enjoy this series.
The narrator is perfect!

Wonderful!

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The narrator was perfect for the story. Running for Parliament is something Charles has always wanted to do. But politics is a dirty business and he finds himself torn when he is needed to solve a murder.

Excellent Plot

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This book series is fantastic! Narrator fantastic!
It doesnt get any better! My absolute favorite books on Audible!

Best of the best!

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