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A Broken Vessel (Julian Kestrel, Bk 2)
A Broken Vessel - Julian Kestrel, Bk 2
Author: Kate Ross
Julian Kestrel stalks a diabolical killer through high places and low life in Regency England. — In London's notorious Haymarket district, Sally Stokes, a bold and bewitching Cockney prostitute, picks up three men one after the other and nicknames them Bristles, Blue Eyes, and Blinkers. From each of them Sally steals a handkerchief -- and fro...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780140234534
ISBN-10: 0140234535
Publication Date: 6/1/1995
Pages: 289
Rating:
  • Currently 4.1/5 Stars.
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4.1 stars, based on 46 ratings
Publisher: Penguin Books
Book Type: Paperback
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reviewed A Broken Vessel (Julian Kestrel, Bk 2) on + 10 more book reviews
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A mystery set in London's haymarket district features a prostitute, her brother, and three 'clients' who hold the key to solving the murder.
reviewed A Broken Vessel (Julian Kestrel, Bk 2) on + 119 more book reviews
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The book was riveting from start to finish. Highly recommend.
Jerseygirltoo avatar reviewed A Broken Vessel (Julian Kestrel, Bk 2) on + 455 more book reviews
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Very well written and enjoyable. I liked this better than the first Julian Kestrel book, because that one was an English country house murder mystery, and this one shows us a lot about the seamy side of London. The characters of Julian's valet, Dipper, and his sister Sally are well developed. I thought I knew quite a bit of Regency slang from reading many historicals, but this book had a lot of slang that was new to me. I loved the colorful language, it really added to the fun.
My only criticism is that some of the characters attitudes and actions seemed out of place for the early 19th century. They seemed more like early 20th century. But that quibble aside, it's a great book. I'm sorry there's only 2 more left in this series to read.
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justreadingabook avatar reviewed A Broken Vessel (Julian Kestrel, Bk 2) on + 1726 more book reviews
Pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this story and getting to know the main characters. Quick to get into and will keep your attention all throughout the story. Has it all from funny, sad, intense, flirty and will keep you guessing till the end.


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