Story of a Murder By: Hallie Rubenhold

– Genre: True crime, historical, feminist retelling
– Plot: Dr Crippen’s murder of Belle Elmore, told with women’s voices
– Main Characters: Belle Elmore, Dr Crippen, Ethel Le Neve
– Themes: Women’s stories, power dynamics, justice
– Style: Gripping, thoughtful, humane
– Setting: Edwardian Britain, north London
– Tension: Murder, secrets, societal hypocrisy
– Plot focus: Uncover Belle’s story, women’s roles
– Characters: Belle (vivacious), Crippen (murderer), Ethel (complex)
– Mood: Dark, with feminist insight
– Pace: Likely page-turning, with twists
– Key elements: Women’s voices, historical context
– Author: Hallie Rubenhold, award-winning historian
– Target audience: Fans of true crime, history
– Similar authors: Like other feminist true crime writers
– Unique aspect: Focus on women’s stories, not just Crippen
– Appeal: For fans of true crime, feminism
– Key twist: Reexamines Crippen, Belle, Ethel’s roles
– Overall: A gripping, feminist true crime retelling
– Recommendation: For fans of true crime, history
– Setting vibe: Edwardian Britain, societal constraints
– Focus: Women’s voices, justice
– Praise: “Gripping”, “thoughtful”, “compassionate”
– Comparisons: Praised by authors (Val McDermid, Ian Rankin).