None So Blind
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3.8 • 56 Ratings
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- $8.99
Publisher Description
When the truth lies out of sight...
West Wales, 1850. When an old tree root is dug up, the remains of a young woman are found. Harry Probert-Lloyd, a young barrister forced home from London by encroaching blindness, has been dreading this discovery.
He knows exactly whose bones they are.
Working with his clerk, John Davies, Harry is determined to expose the guilty. But the investigation turns up more questions than answers and raises long-buried secrets.
The search for the truth will prove costly. But will Harry and John pay the highest price?
An exceptional Victorian Welsh crime thriller, perfect for fans of Laura Shepherd-Robinson, Andrew Taylor and S. W. Perry.
Praise for Alis Hawkins
'Beautifully written, cunningly plotted, with one of the most interesting central characters' E.S. Thomson
'The most interesting historical crime creation of the year' Phil Rickman
Customer Reviews
Very enjoyable
I found this slow to start but I’m glad I persevered. Harry, the main protagonist, is both likeable and infuriating in a variety of ways. On one hand he has moments of being incredibly astute, yet at other times he maddeningly lacks insight and the ability to see beyond his own narrow frame of reference. I hope this aspect of his character evolves and matures as the series progresses. John is crucial to the narrative. He is quick-witted, perceptive and determined. He helps Harry to ‘see’ in more ways than than just the obvious. If John had the social standing, he wouldn’t have anywhere near as much need for Harry as what Harry has for him. I hope Harry brings more to the partnership in the next book.