Description: Anne Perry is also recognized for her William Monk series, which falls within the historical mystery genre and is set in Victorian England. The series follows the character William Monk, a private investigator, through a sequence of intriguing cases and personal development. 10-Novel lot titles: A Sunless Sea, Death of a Stranger, Defend and Betray, Treason at Lisson Grove, The Face of a Stranger, A Sudden, Fearful Death, Funeral in Blue, Cain His Brother, Execution Dock and Weighed in the Balance. **Key Elements of the William Monk Novels:** 1. **William Monk:** The central character, Monk, is an intelligent and determined investigator who suffers from amnesia, providing a unique twist to the series. Throughout the novels, Monk seeks to reconstruct his past while working on solving complex cases for clients and London's police force. 2. **Hester Latterly:** Hester is a nurse who becomes Monk's close friend and confidante. Her character brings depth to the stories, offering insight, support, and a moral compass to Monk's investigations. 3. **Historical Setting:** Set in the mid-19th century, the series provides a detailed portrayal of Victorian society, including its class structure, societal norms, and political tensions. Perry meticulously incorporates historical accuracy, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the era's atmosphere and challenges. 4. **Intricate Mysteries:** Each novel presents Monk with a challenging mystery to solve, ranging from murders to conspiracies, all of which often involve the complexities of Victorian life, including its darker aspects. 5. **Character Development:** Over the course of the series, Monk evolves as a character, both professionally and personally, as he uncovers his own past and navigates the moral dilemmas that arise in his investigations. Perry's William Monk series combines engaging mystery plots with a deep exploration of Victorian England, offering readers a glimpse into the era's social dynamics, moral complexities, and the intricacies of human behavior while following Monk's intriguing journey of self-discovery.
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Book Title: A Sunless Sea
Book Series: William Monk
Item Length: 6.9in.
Original Language: English
Vintage: No
Personalize: No
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Item Height: 1in.
Personalized: No
Topic: Mystery & Detective / Police Procedural, Thrillers / Suspense, Mystery & Detective / General, Historical, Mystery & Detective / Traditional
Item Width: 4.2in.
Signed: No
Ex Libris: No
Narrative Type: Fiction
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Inscribed: No
Intended Audience: Young Adults, Adults
Publication Year: 2013
Type: Novel
Era: 1800s
Author: Anne Perry
Genre: Fiction
Item Weight: 7 Oz
Number of Pages: 384 Pages
