Book Log 2010 #2: The Devil's Company by David Liss

Boxer turned private eye Benjamin Weaver is back, involved this time in intrigue involving the British East India Company. His client, rather than hiring him for work, blackmails him into the job by putting several friend and family members at risk of debtor's prison. Weaver's work sees him involved in the various intrigues, financial and otherwise, that are the usual stock in trade of the series, though there's more of an international flavor here, not surprisingly. There's also a female character introduced who may prove to be Weaver's match - both professionally and personally.

As always an excellent historical novel, with the period detail we've come to expect. There's also a little plot movement back towards Weaver's personal life and interactions with London's Jewish community, which are also welcome. Very much worth the read.