The harvest man

Book info: The harvest man (Hardcover, 400 pages – G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2015) – G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2015. Language: Eng.

Condition: Very Good

Set against the grim backdrop of Victorian London, this gripping historical thriller plunges readers back into the dark depths of Scotland Yard’s Murder Squad, where the infamous Jack the Ripper haunts the streets once more. In this edition, the tension escalates as Inspector Walter Day faces personal turmoil with his newborn twins and an injury that keeps him from the field. Meanwhile, the emergence of a new killer known as the Harvest Man, who gruesomely removes victims' faces, adds an urgent layer of complexity to an already chaotic investigation. The stakes rise as both Day and Sergeant Nevil Hammersmith, who is spiraling down a path of desperation in his obsessive pursuit of the Ripper, must confront their own limits while racing against time to stop the bloodshed. Readers will gain a vivid understanding of the historical context of crime investigation during the Victorian era, alongside insights into the psychological toll such pursuits take on law enforcement. This first edition not only entertains with its intricate plot and rich character development but also serves as a resource for those studying criminal psychology, forensic science, and the societal impacts of crime. The novel is a thrilling blend of history, suspense, and the enduring human struggle against evil, making it a must-have for any serious reader interested in the darker aspects of human nature.