Amy B. (BaileysBooks) reviewed on 8/12/2008 + 491 more book reviews

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The Alienist is a 19th century murder mystery set in New York...it's CSI meets Sherlock Holmes.

A serial killer is loose in the underbelly of the city, and a very unlikely group of people band together in an attempt to solve the murders. It's a story about cutting-edge criminal technology: fingerprinting, character profiling, handwriting analysis, creative detective work, and the stealth required to pull off such an investigation without the real authorities catching on.

I found this book to be exactly what I am looking for: 19th century authenticity; a Holmes-like main character with competent and likeable sidekicks, an intelligent investigation, plenty of action, and an overall great plot.

I find this book to be an absolute must-read and I highly recommend it.

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