Forgiveness- a sensation novel - Simon Hobbs
Simon Hobbs used to be a public sector lawyer. He is interested in the intersection of fact and fiction.
GENRE: Historical crime
Blurb:
Based on a real incident and using contemporary source material, this is an intriguing account of the life and murder of a young Victorian woman, Bessie Goodwin. This is narrated by her and by Samuel Leech, the killer's lawyer. The author illustrates the human condition compassionately, and in keeping with the attitudes of the time. This is a thoroughly satisfying read, which will appeal to anyone who likes a crime story with some dramatic twists and turns.
