The Hanging Psalm

In The Hanging Psalm, the first volume of this historical mystery series, thief-taker Simon Westow navigates the gritty streets of 1820 Leeds. A former workhouse resident turned successful investigator, Simon earns his living recovering stolen goods for the wealthy. His professional life takes a dangerous turn when mill owner John Milner hires him to locate his kidnapped daughter, Hannah. Accompanied by his enigmatic and deadly assistant, Jane, Simon must traverse a landscape defined by industry, poverty, and sudden death.

This crime fiction novel blends elements of the private investigator and amateur sleuth genres. As the search intensifies, Simon uncovers connections to his own mysterious past and faces an old enemy driven by revenge. The Hanging Psalm offers a dark, atmospheric look at Regency England, making it a compelling choice for readers of historical mystery and detective fiction.