[BWF] The Ruby in the Smoke by Philip Pullman 4 stars

[Sue]

Set in Victorian England, Sally is a recently orphaned 16 year old.

Her father died in a shipwreck on the other side of the world, and there are indications there was foul play at work.

As Sally sets out to solve the mystery of her father's murder, she uncovers years-long plots and villains in play.

Pullman excels at creating creepy, scary villains.

[KateNZ]

I’m in the middle of it now - really enjoying it. But seriously creepy! It reminds me of Wilkie Collins’ books, with a twist

[NancyJ]

Sue wrote: "Set in Victorian England, Sally is a recently orphaned 16 year old.

Her father died in a shipwreck on the other side of the world, and there are indications there was foul play at work.

As Sally ..."

How does this compare to his dark materials series?

[KateNZ]

Lighter, Nancy. And a lot less philosophical!

[NancyJ]

Thanks Kate!