Standalone novel
The Countess of Avebury, once an opera dancer, was killed while having her portrait painted. The artist was convicted of her murder and is due to hang. But influences in high places brought Rider Sandman on the scene as an investigator for the government.
Rider Sandman, late Captain of the 52nd Regiment. hero of Waterloo, was a very capable soldier, but he finds that coping with the opposition ranged against his investigations requires allies and skills of a very different kind.
In Gallows Thief, Bernard Cornwell presents a wonderful cast of characters, including some remarkable women, and a fascinating picture of the London society and underworld of the 1800s.
Historical fiction
Paperback
Gently used with name written inside front cover.
BBBERNARDCORNWELL

Condition: Good