I might have a slight obsession with Jack the Ripper. Like I don’t even know why I do, I have read the story about what he did a million times. I just find it fascinating, maybe because he got away with it and no one ever found him. While I was at BEA someone mentioned the author would be signing this book and I almost passed out, not because she was there (that was actually a bonus) but because I didn’t even know this book existed and now I needed it like ASAP. I waited on a very long line for this book and I didn’t care. I will tell you that this book did not disappoint and it was done so well and kept the original story intact even with the few liberties she took. OMG, I honestly loved this book and to find out it’s part of a series makes me even more excited because I am totally in love with these characters. This book has suspense, mystery and laugh out loud funny. Yes, I said funny, Thomas was hilarious and I loved the banter between him and Audrey Rose. Hold on let me start over.
Audrey Rose isn’t your normal girl of society she prefers to work in her Uncles lab and help him examine bodies. Her father is not happy about it but Audrey isn’t interested in what all the other girls are into. I loved Audrey Rose she was a very strong, independent and likable characters. She meets the handsome Thomas Cresskill, who is her Uncles assistant. The banter between him and Audrey is hilarious, I can’t seem to get enough of them. When someone starts killing girls in Whitechapel London and her Uncle gets sent away. It is up to Thomas and Audrey to find out what is going on but can they do it before the serial killer, Jack the Ripper finds them?
Sometimes I think 5 stars isn’t enough to explain how much I loved this book. Kerri Maniscalco did an amazing job keeping the story true but also adding in just the right amount of fiction to make this story her own. As I might have mentioned I have an obsession with Jack and have read his story quiet a few times so I am not a fan of people changing the story but good gravy she did it and I loved it.
The story has lots of twist and turns and you also develop a large amount of trust issues when it comes to come of the characters. The story fell into place perfectly and I loved how when it was over, it came to a full circle. This was Kerri’s debut novel and she has me hooked. I am excited to learn that this will have a book two and I can’t wait to dive into this world again and spend more time with Handsome Thomas and Strong willed Audrey.
I can’t, seriously, can’t recommend this book enough. It has turned out to be one of my favorites this year and I am so very happy that someone mentioned it to me at BEA, I would have been so upset to have missed it and was super excited to have meet Kerri in person (I might have told her Jack was my serial killer hero and she actually agreed or was totally creeped out but she hide it well) . This review does not do justice to this book because I left a lot out, don’t want to spoil it for anyone, you need to enjoy the ride like I did. I guarantee you will fall in love with this book. Totally makes my top 10 favs of all time.
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I’m glad that someone *ahem* noticed it and knew you love Jack the Ripper 😉 I almost stood in that ridiculous line to get a copy for myself, but since I don’t share your obsession it didn’t seem worth it at the time. Now I’m wishing I had 🙁 humor was the last thing I expected! Maybe I’ll break down and buy it… Or borrow it from the library. I need a GREAT 5 star read this year. Haven’t had one yet.
Lol, omg the banter is fantastic and I was cracking up. I honestly love those two. You must read it. So good!
Now I really need to get to this book. 🙂 You make it sound really good. 🙂
Yes, you really do!!! 😉
I NEED THIS BOOK! It sounds amazing! I am fascinated with Jack the Ripper too and I love the cover and premise of this one. I’m so glad to hear that this one really lived up to its promise. I can’t wait to read it!
Beyond lived up too. I am so hooked on her writing. She is really funny, her characters are fantastic.
Ooh nice! I somehow missed hearing about this one at BEA, but it’s all good…in a sense! LOL! I was trying to do my best and not go crazy with grabbing too many books as I kept telling myself the TBR pile at home isn’t getting smaller! haha! But yay! This one is nearly here and I am soooo looking forward to reading it! The Jack the Ripper case was always one that intrigued me. Damn my schools for never teaching us more about it in depth! But I will definitely be looking forward to reading this one soon! And I’m actually planning a roadtrip next month that will involve meeting Kerri (among many other authors too)! So it’ll be like a delayed BEA meeting! LOL! Great review! Glad to see you enjoyed this one!
I am a little Jack obsessed. I am so glad my friend told me about this book otherwise I would have missed it. It was really a great book. Have fun at the event. She is so sweet! I hope you have a good time!