July 1, 2020
Who Buries the Dead by C. S. Harris
When a socially ambitious Londoner is found decapitated on the outskirts of the city, and a number of prominent citizens appear to be involved, Sebastian St. Cyr, Viscount Devlin, is drawn into the investigation. But as the brutal murders increase, Sebastian finds himself not only in the drawing rooms of Mayfair but also in the haunts of London’s poorest residents. Joining forces with his independent wife Hero, Sebastian must identify the killer and figure out their motives before harm comes to himself or his family.
This is the 10th book in the Sebastian St. Cyr series, set in the early 19th century during the Regency period, and there ends up being more than one mystery to solve. I love the way C. S. Harris weaves historical figures such as the Prince Regent and novelist Jane Austen through the story, as well as historical events such as the discovery of the lost tomb of Charles I. I also really like the way that Sebastian and Hero’s relationship is deepening with each book, as well as the growth of Sebastian’s backstory. Sebastian’s hobby of investigating murders is no more popular with his or Hero’s families than is her hobby of investigative journalism. While the Devlins are definitely one of London’s glam couples, it is also charming to read the domestic scenes about things like having a colicky baby – it is so satisfying that someone who suffers as much as Sebastian does for the acts he committed or witnessed during war, finally has a happy life. But it was shocking when one of the recurring characters was murdered quite suddenly.
The Sebastian St. Cyr series is one of my favorite historical series, and I’m so glad there are several more books to look forward to. The books are all well-written and researched, and I save them to enjoy like special treats.
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