Half Moon Street
Half Moon Street by Alex Reeve, published by Felony & Mayhem Press in 2019, is a reprint edition comprising 312 pages. This novel follows Leo Stanhope, a man with dreams of a future with Maria, a prostitute he loves, while navigating the dangers of Queen Victoria’s England. Leo’s life takes a perilous turn when he becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a prostitute, forcing him to confront his secret and the societal constraints of his time.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines themes of identity and survival within a historical mystery framework. As Leo strives to clear his name, he sacrifices his possessions and stability, highlighting the struggles faced by those who exist outside societal norms. This edition delves into the complexities of LGBTQ+ experiences, particularly in the context of historical fiction, while also engaging with elements of amateur sleuthing.
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Leo Stanhope is rich in dreams but poor of pocket. He dreams of making a home with Maria, the prostitute he loves. And he dreams of a world where no one cares what is tucked between his legs. Leo has a secret and in Queen Victoria’s England, that secret could get him locked up for life…if nobody kills him first. But it’s a prostitute who’s killed instead, and Leo who becomes the prime suspect. Desperate to clear his name and find the murderer, Leo is forced to sacrifice his books, his job, his home.
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