Charles Finch, The Woman in the Water A Prequel to the Charles Lenox Murder Mysteries

The Woman in the Water by author Charles Finch is set in the 1950's England. This is a prequel to the series of Charles Lenox detective mysteries. The young would-be detective is often joked about in his circle of friends and soon catches his first big case. He is taunted by a newspaper notice about a person who has pulled of the perfect murder or crime. This sets in motion a series of events which tests the young detective's abilities and further threatens those he cares about.  As you read pay attention to detail...the clues to the murderer will be found in the details!
In my opinion, it seems the Charles Lenox detective mysteries are written a bit slower pace than the Sherlock Holmes if you try to compare the two. So, keep in mind the time period and a bit of a different style of writing. But very well written!

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