One of the best mystery series to hand at present is the John Rawlings historical crime line...ten out of ten - Jonathan Gash
John Rawlings and the Blind Beak are developing into my favourite historical mystery heroes - Lindsey Davis
An effervescent tale...the author organises her large cast and colourful background with skill and gusto through a racily readable drama - Mail on Sunday
The Queen of the Georgian mystery consolidates her reputation with this novel The charm of Lake s series is the astringent relationship between her two protagonists, which pulls off the trick of appearing both modern and historically persuasive - The Times