![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Otherwise, the novel retreads its predecessor's prowl through Olde New York and resurrects its catchy crime-busting crew of alienist Laszlo Kreizler and his carefully typecast assistants, as well as a flurry of historical figures (Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Teddy Roosevelt, et al.) whose appearances again blend into the action like stones into cake batter. That's a bold move on Carr's part-Conan Doyle never replaced Watson-but not too bold, as it cuts staleness. Gone is the crisp, educated narration of New York Times reporter James Moore, replaced by the hotter, more ragged tones of former street urchin Stevie, a relatively minor figure in the first novel. The multitudes who enjoyed The Alienist are in for a surprise when they open this comfortable sequel to that mega-seller. ![]()
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