SOURCE: A review of Ashworth Hall, in Indianapolis Star, April 27, 1997, p. D6.

In the following review, Gotshall asserts that readers of Perry's Thomas and Charlotte Pitt series will not be disappointed with Ashworth Hall.

Anne Perry is a novelist for the '90s.

The 1890s.

Her mysteries take place during the heyday of Victorian England. Her attention to detail and sense of social order make them read like the best of the works written during that period, rather than re-creations a century later.

Ashworth Hall is the 17th novel featuring Superintendent Thomas and Charlotte Pitt. Yet, the work stands alone, both in terms of background and character.

First-time readers are apt to fall in love with the Pitt's and seek out Pentecost Alley, Traitor's Gate, The Hyde Park Headsman and the other novels. And readers of those works will enjoy this installment every bit as much.

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