a dream in two parts

I would describe this as a bad dream, though perhaps not as a nightmare.

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My second dream was also about going to France, and also anxiety-producing. Sigh. trouble4hire was crying and was upset that I was leaving, and I was trying to soothe her and didn't really want to go but I already had the tickets and they were nonrefundable...

Soundtrack to the second part: "Cuts You Up" by Peter Murphy

The Cater Street Hangman by Anne Perry

Anne Perry is a well-known writer of Victorian mystery. I am a well-known lover of Victorian mystery (at least among my close friends, ha ha). So I decided to see what the fuss was about.

Charlotte always says exactly what is on her mind, to the distress of those around her. Emily will stop at nothing to get what she wants. Sarah and Dominic seem like the perfect couple - but are they? Edward is by turns loving and autocratic, while Caroline wants peace. Sound like the latest Hollywood drama? Actually, it is the backdrop for a creepy Victorian mystery.

The period details in this piece are perfect. It is slow to start, but once it gets going, you won't be able to put it down. Whodunit is an interesting question, but what makes this book fascinating are the interpersonal dynamics, which become strained, tense, and increasingly complex as the serial killer strikes again and again. Four stars, and I am planning to read on in the series. Those who enjoy period mysteries should give it a try.