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I personally label this story as one of my top picks for best historical crime (fiction) novel ever. Caleb Carr has an eye for detail and character building that really envelops you in the story.
It's also an interesting study of the culture of New York at the turn of the century, and a great look at the beginnings of a new scientific approach to criminal justice.
I was horribly disappointed to find out that Carr had only done one more novel involving the characters from the Alienist, and I reco ...more
It's also an interesting study of the culture of New York at the turn of the century, and a great look at the beginnings of a new scientific approach to criminal justice.
I was horribly disappointed to find out that Carr had only done one more novel involving the characters from the Alienist, and I reco ...more
Feb 25, 2009
Roxanne
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Interesting enough, but skimmed quite a bit of the book. However, I was looking for a book that would put me to sleep and this worked. Kept me interested enough but not too much required.
This novel reminded me of some of our latest television mystery shows.
This novel reminded me of some of our latest television mystery shows.
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