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|title=The Pleasures of Men
|sort=Pleasures of Men
|author=Kate Williams
|reviewer=Susmita Chatto
|borrow=Yes
|isbn=978-0241951392
|pages=416
|publisher=Michael Joseph
|date=January 2012
|website=http://www.kate-williams.com
|summary=One woman's fascination with a series of murders leads her to a new chapter in her life.
|cover=0241951399
|aznuk=0241951399
|aznus=B006C3ME4E
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The portrayal of London’s East End, the growing hysteria that inevitably surrounds the progress of a serial killer and the stifling overprotectiveness that women suffered are beautifully illustrated throughout. It’s easy to be sympathetic and fearful for Catherine, and hopeful that her growing courage, which we see her develop in a determined fashion, will ultimately reward her with much needed freedom.
Overall, this is a well styled novel with satisfying characters beautifully set within their historical background. I look forward to reading more of Kate Williams’ work. We also have a review of [[The Storms of War by Kate Williams]].
If this book appeals then you might like to try [[A Case of Witchcraft by Joe Revill]]
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[[Category:Historical Fiction]]