A clever murder mystery based in the literary world. I loved this book, even more so than "The Cuckoo's Calling." The main characters are further developed, and their relationship reaches a new level. The description is perfect, making the streets of London come alive in the reader's mind. Suspects abound for this grisly murder, and the story comes to a satisfying conclusion that leaves no loose ends. I look forward to the next one in the series.