This book, and its sequel Montmorency on the Rocks take you on a fantastic adventure through Londons underworld in the year 1875. The Anti-hero of this tale is a petty thief who falls while running from the police, only to be rebuilt by the brilliant Doctor Farcett. The same young doctor exhibits him at scientific gatherings. Here he gets inspiration for a string of daring robberies he is to conduct when he is released from prison...the newly installed sewer system.
He takes on two quite different identities--The gentleman Montmorency and his evil counterpart, Scarper. While Scarper steals and robs by night, Montmorency enjoys the highlife by day. It's a perfect plan--But can Montmorency sustain this delicate lifestyle? Read the book to find out more.
9.5/10
Erin K.
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