The Ruffian on the Stair

Praise for Gary Newman:

"The author succeeds admirably in recreating Victorian London, both in character and setting. Fans of Anne Perry and other Victorian mysteries will enjoy."--Library Journal

On his grandfather's death, writer Seb Rolvenden inherits papers which reveal that his grandfather was involved in the disappearance of a painter and his masterpiece. Seeing a book in this, Seb pursues a trail of clues that the papers reveal.

Gary Newman has taught foreign languages both in the United Kingdom and abroad and now works as a translator. He lives in northeast England.

From the Hardcover edition.