Graves Gate: A Novel of Possession

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Summary: A first-rate historical mystery.
Review: Graves Gate was an interesting read, reminding me of Caleb Carr. Well researched with fully fleshed out characters and setting and a thoroughly engaging and--in my experience at least--unique premise. Kudos to Mr. Burges.

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Summary: Suspenseful and Smart
Review: Graves Gates is an intriguing journey into pre World War II London, the practice of spiritualism and all things Arthur Conan Doyle. Although I'm not usually a mystery reader, Burges hooked me with his American protagonist, Charles Baker. Through the plot's many twists and turns, I couldn't wait to find out if Dr. Gussman was dead or alive. A real page turner.

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Summary: Couldn't put it down. . .
Review: Intelligent but not overblown, often witty, always suspenseful. . . I was thoroughly engrossed in this book from start to finish. The character development is exquisite, as is the historical angle - detailed, but without bogging down the reader in minutiae. The author assumes his readers are clever, but one needn't work too hard; the flow of the dialogue makes for an easy read, yet with all of the twists and turns, the carrot remains dangling until the novel's end. Anyone who appreciates a good mystery, historical fiction, suspense, or simply an intelligent and engaging story will enjoy Grave's Gate.
I am anxiously awaiting the next book!