The Anatomist's Apprentice
A Dr. Thomas Silkstone Mystery
by Tessa Harris
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The Anatomist's Apprentice
In the first of a stunning new mystery series set in 18th-century England, debut author Tessa Harris introduces Dr. Thomas Silkstone, anatomist and pioneering forensic detective.
The death of Sir Edward Crick has unleashed a torrent of gossip through the seedy taverns and elegant ballrooms of Oxfordshire. Few mourn the dissolute young man—except his sister, the beautiful Lady Lydia Farrell. When her husband comes under suspicion of murder, she seeks expert help from Dr. Thomas Silkstone, a young anatomist from Philadelphia.
Thomas arrived in England to study under its foremost surgeon, and his unconventional methods only add to his outsider status. Against his better judgment, he agrees to examine Sir Edward’s corpse. Though it's not only the dead, but also the living, to whom he must apply the keen blade of his intellect. And the deeper the doctor’s investigations go, the greater the risk that he will be consigned to the ranks of the corpses he studies.
Loosely based on the career and achievements of a real-life physician, The Anatomist’s Apprentice is awash in dark period detail, fascinating characters and confounding plot twists—a brilliant mystery/thriller for those who loved The Alienist.
Hardcover : 304 pages
Publisher: Kensington Books ( December 27, 2011 )
Item #: 13-452230
ISBN: 9781617934971
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.25 x 0.75inches
Product Weight: 12.0 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
so-so 
February 25, 2012
This book simply didn't hold my attention. It's not a series I'll be following. It started well but quickly got far fetched and the review that says it's a bodice ripper is absolutely correct. Not for me.
Reviewer: Nancy B
So disappointing
February 16, 2012
Such a good beginning that was pulling me in with some interestng details. I really thought I was in for a good read. Something made me do a little snooping and I am glad I did otherwise I would be fuming at the time spent reading the book which sadly turned into an overwrought melodrama and yes, bodice ripper. Wilkie Collins meets Mills and Boone.... I will not be continuing with this series if there is one.
Reviewer: Victoria
She's trying too hard
January 28, 2012
Could be more interesting than it is. The author is trying too hard to sound colloquial 18th century, and ends up sounding like a campy bodice-ripper romance novel. I keep wanting to run to the computer to see if some of her words are actually real English words. PD James she ain't....not yet.
Reviewer: Sara C
New Series Is Good to Go
January 18, 2012
I liked this book-it had mystery and I liked the details referring to the anatomist's profession. I don't know if some of the details will be acceptable to all, but, generally, I didn't think it was that gorey, just informative. The ending may have been a little trite and certainly enough people died for the happy ending to work. I will be interested in reading the next book in this series.
Reviewer: Francine
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