(originally posted on August 28, 2005)
Some books have all the weight of the world, and others, like Thomas's sophomore outing for his pair of Victorian era sleuths, are just pure fun. Young Thomas Llewellyn is back to narrate his adventures with mercurial detective Cyrus Barker and their investigation of Irish militants, beautiful lasses and explosives in the making. A swift pace, energetic plot and cheerful manner makes this historical novel most entertaining.
