The Hangman's Secret (Victorian Mystery #3) by Laura Joh Rowland

I love historical mystery series. The authors always do their research and bring the time period to life in a way that non fiction books never do. Sarah Bain is a photographer for the Daily World newspaper who often ends up playing detective with the assistance of her two friends, Lord Hugh Staunton and Mick O’Reilly.

The time period is well fleshed out as are the characters. There were twists and turns but the story flowed very well. I especially enjoyed the side plots with Sarah's upbringing, and her romance with PC Barrett. This was the third book in the series. It can be read out of order but I would recommend starting with book one.

4/5 Stars