About the book
John Fielding was famous not only as cofounder of London's first police force, the Bow Street Runners, but also as a magistrate of keen intellect, fairness and uncommon detective ability. What made this all the remarkable was that he was blind. Now with his young assistant and ward, Jeremy Proctor, Fielding faces a series of crimes that hit shockingly close to home. Prostitutes are being murdered around Covent Garden, and Fielding devises a daring and desperate plan to find the culprit. However, the consequences are unexpected—and more terrible than even Fielding could imagine.
“Historical fiction done this entertainingly is as close to time travel as we’re likely to get.” – Newsday
Editions of Person or Persons Unknown
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780399143090
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780425165669
Read an Excerpt
John Fielding was famous not only as cofounder of London's first police force, the Bow Street Runners, but also as a magistrate of keen intellect, fairness and uncommon detective ability. What made this all the remarkable was that he was blind. Now with his young assistant and ward, Jeremy Proctor, Fielding faces a series of crimes that hit shockingly close to home. Prostitutes are being murdered around Covent Garden, and Fielding devises a daring and desperate plan to find the culprit. However, the consequences are unexpected—and more terrible than even Fielding could imagine.
“Historical fiction done this entertainingly is as close to time travel as we’re likely to get.” – Newsday
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Person or Persons Unknown about?
John Fielding was famous not only as cofounder of London's first police force, the Bow Street Runners, but also as a magistrate of keen intellect, fairness and uncommon detective ability. What made this all the remarkable was that he was blind. Now with his young assistant and ward, Jeremy Proctor, Fielding faces a series of crimes that hit shockingly close to home. Prostitutes are being murdered around Covent Garden, and Fielding devises a daring and desperate plan to find the culprit. However, the consequences are unexpected—and more terrible than even Fielding could imagine.
“Historical fiction done this entertainingly is as close to time travel as we’re likely to get.” – Newsday
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Person or Persons Unknown?
Fiction > Crime and / or mystery fiction > Classic crime and mystery fiction
Where can I read a sample of Person or Persons Unknown?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780399143090
Is Person or Persons Unknown part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Sir John Fielding
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Person or Persons Unknown?
Bruce Alexander
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Person or Persons Unknown is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780399143090) and paperback(ISBN 9780425165669)
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