Setterfelds' previous book stood as classically styled gothic novel with subtle connection to Jane Eyre.
Bellman & Black is another expertly written tale written with a very Henry James flare. The book begins with the death of a rook. One boy brags he can hit a Rook with a stone from his slingshot, then surprises them all by doing just that. the young rook dies and the boy is upset, but soon recovers and forgets. But the Rooks don't forget. Artfully interspersed in the story of William's life and successful career are short chapters about Rooks. Just as William has reached the most successful and happiness the Rooks return and they have not forgotten the death.
Good Fortune turns bad. Family and friends die. Business becomes an obsession for William as the story eerily builds to it's dramatic last scene.
Well Done!!!
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