“A realistic, well-written historical procedural that will draw fans of Charles Todd's Ian Rutledge mysteries”

“Harper’s ninth case is an excellent mystery buoyed by characters you care about”

“Superior ... Even minor characters are fully fleshed out in this trip down the mean streets of early 20th-century Leeds. Nickson’s consistent high quality across multiple series continues to impress”

“Offers authentic period ambience, engaging characters, and a realistic look at the challenges of policing without high technology ... A good read in this reliably entertaining series”

“Social commentary and period detail enhance a solid, thoughtful procedural”

“Superlative ... Nickson stands in the front rank of historical mystery authors”

“Nickson's latest and perhaps finest is a breathless race for the truth from start to finish”

“A tense, well-crafted police procedural with authentic period ambience, a clever plot, and an engaging husband-and-wife duo”

“An excellent character-driven procedural. Nickson uses the historical battle for women’s rights to expose the prejudice and misogyny that still persist today”