Book Log 2010 #33: A Game of Patience by Susanne Alleyn
The first published book in the Ravel series, it's set just after the Revolution, with Ravel working to solve the murder of a young woman and the man who was blackmailing her. The case widens to include investigations into family and friends, including a friend of the dead woman for whom Ravel begins to developing feelings, complicating matters.
As with The Cavalier of the Apocalypse there's great period detail and an engaging mystery to follow. I also like the way the characters reflect the uncertain nature of the times, especially Ravel, who is much more aware of the gravity of what he does as an investigator in this book. Looking forward to seeing how the upcoming installment bridges the time between this one and the first (chronological) one.
10 September 2010
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