Mrs Burke & Mrs Hare

From the author of the critically acclaimed bestseller, The Edinburgh Skating Club. Delve into one of Scotland's most notorious periods of history, and discover the women behind the killers - the scheming wives of Burke and Hare. This is a story that takes the reader deep into the darkness of Victorian Scotland, where sinister events unfold.

About the author

Michelle Sloan trained as a primary school teacher and studied drama and arts journalism. She is the author of several books for children. The Edinburgh Skating Club is her debut adults’ novel. Originally from Edinburgh, Michelle now lives in Broughty Ferry with her family.

Summary

From the author of the critically acclaimed bestseller, The Edinburgh Skating Club. Delve into one of Scotland's most notorious periods of history, and discover the women behind the killers - the scheming wives of Burke and Hare. This is a story that takes the reader deep into the darkness of Victorian Scotland, where sinister events unfold.

Product details

• Authors: Michelle Sloan, Sloan Michelle
• Publisher: BIRLINN LIMITED
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.07.2025
• EAN: 9781846976803
• ISBN: 978-1-84697-680-3
• No. of pages: 352
• Subjects: Fiction > Suspense; FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Historical, FICTION / Thrillers / General, Historical mysteries, Historical fiction, Edinburgh, FICTION / Thrillers / Historical, Thriller / suspense fiction, Thriller / suspense, Historical crime and mysteries