Set against a backdrop of fog and dimly lit streets, this gripping narrative explores the chilling cases that built the reputation of Scotland Yard. Blending macabre elements with intriguing details, it promises to captivate readers with its suspenseful storytelling and historical insights into crime-solving.
Simon Read Book order
This author is known for their nine non-fiction books published on both sides of the Atlantic. Their writing focuses on engaging storytelling and exploring diverse themes, maintaining a distinctive style. The author believes in the power of narrative and strives to captivate readers with both content and form.





- 2024
- 2020
Iron Sea
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
From Simon Read, author of stirring works of military history, the action- packed story of the Allies' brutal naval engagements and daring harbor raids to destroy the backbone of Hitler's surface fleet.
- 2019
Dark City
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Dark City is the first book to explore how London became a criminals' paradise during the Second World War
- 2007
The Killing Skies: RAF Bomber Command at War
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative delves into the harrowing experiences of RAF Bomber Command as they undertake one of the war's most brutal campaigns. It highlights the courage and resilience of those who faced the perilous skies over Nazi Germany, showcasing the human cost and the relentless nature of their mission amidst widespread destruction.
- 2004
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Anarchism, But Were Afraid to Ask...
- 63 pages
- 3 hours of reading
This concise contemporary introduction explores anarchism and addresses challenging questions surrounding its principles, such as the necessity of police, human selfishness, and the need for management. It delves into the core ideas of anarchism while engaging with common criticisms, making it an accessible resource for those curious about alternative social structures and philosophies. The book invites readers to reconsider their assumptions about authority and community.