Thom Braun Books

Following Charles Dickens's death, his friend and biographer, John Forster, discovers a 'lost' manuscript that provides a radically different view of the year the young author spent working in a blacking factory. But is the account fact or fiction?

Set in the eighteenth century, this murder-mystery intertwines a gripping plot with the exploration of social and artistic themes of the era. The narrative revolves around one of William Hogarth's iconic images of a woman in London, providing a rich backdrop that enhances the story's intrigue. Through its vivid portrayal of the time, the book delves into the complexities of society while unraveling the mystery at its core.

This title sees the return of Michael Dunn, the flamboyantly dressed director of an advertising agency and self-effacing Church of England curate in this sequel to Holy Orders.