The Bank Holiday Murders by Tom Wescott (2014)

[Tom_Wescott]

Thanks for all the great comments about my book, guys. I haven't been able to read or post on Casebook for a while due to some weird cookies error or something. But suddenly I can and it's nice to see such positive feedback.

Yours truly,

Tom Wescott

[GUT]

In my opinion the last 12 months have seen three of the best JtR books ever released


Tom's
Helena's [if it really counts as a JtR book]
Monty's [Neil]

[Ginger]

Come on, it can't be that good..

Most assuredly, beyond all shadow of a doubt, it is that good of a book.

[AlanG]

Though to go back to my previous question about the turnover of people at Dorset street...I suppose the point I was trying to raise/debate was whether or not most prostitutes would end up at one point or another at that address? It happens today. All be it if its crack houses/dens. Is it a coincidence that the victims all had lodgings at one time or another at 35 Dorset street?

[AlanG]

Yes it is, and there's a lot I disagree with, but it is a good read, and makes you think.

Agreed, looking forward to future work he will be releasing.

[Cogidubnus]

Yes it is, and there's a lot I disagree with, but it is a good read, and makes you think.

I wholly concur - Scott may have to abandon the habits of a lifetime...

All the best

Dave

[GUT]

Come on, it can't be that good..

Yes it is, and there's a lot I disagree with, but it is a good read, and makes you think.

[Scott Nelson]

Come on, it can't be that good..

[Steadmund Brand]

I've said it before and I'll say it again... this is the best "ripper" book I have read in years.. I found myself re-reading it again as well.. I never had much interest in Pearly Poll before reading this book, but now, I agree with Michael that she is one of the "most interesting of the current cast of thousands"

Steadmund Brand

[Dane_F]

Pearly Poll has to be the most interesting of the current cast of thousands in the JTR saga. Good job, Tom.

I completely agree Mike. The way Tom was able to link her throughout the series of murders is just amazing. It's almost enough to make me believe there was a conspiracy in and of itself.

It's been about 9 months since I read the book and I find myself wanting to go back to it and read it again. . .

If only I didn't have so many others to read. I might still try to squeeze it in.

[The Good Michael]

I forgot to say this: I ordered a copy of the book and my brother brought it to me in Taiwan. It was very well done. My favorite thing about the book is that it didn't try to answer the exact question of whodunnit and instead focused on a small nest of just petty low-class characters, including Thicke (though he's open to debate).

Pearly Poll has to be the most interesting of the current cast of thousands in the JTR saga. Good job, Tom.


Mike

[Tom_Wescott]

Hi Tom,

I have already congratulated you before on the book...I have since re-read it and listened to the podcast you were on (saved me from an awful 3 hour train journey)

I wanted to ask if you knew how many people lived at any one time at 35 Dorset street? I was also wondering if the address had a high turnover of residents from week to week or month to month? Apologies if this has been asked before. I actually wanted to private message you this question but am unable to.

Many thanks
Alan

Hi Alan, that's a good question. I know that 35 Dorset Street was relatively new in 1888, having been built within just the previous 2 or 3 years, and it was quite large compared to most other lodging houses. But I have no idea how many beds it had (officially and unofficially). As for turnover, I'm sure there was quite a built, although it would have had its mainstays. Look at Eddowes who had stayed in the same lodging house for seven years or so.

Yours truly,

Tom Wescott

[AlanG]

Hi Tom,

I have already congratulated you before on the book...I have since re-read it and listened to the podcast you were on (saved me from an awful 3 hour train journey)

I wanted to ask if you knew how many people lived at any one time at 35 Dorset street? I was also wondering if the address had a high turnover of residents from week to week or month to month? Apologies if this has been asked before. I actually wanted to private message you this question but am unable to.

Many thanks
Alan

[Tom_Wescott]

I'm purchasing a copy as a b'day prezzie for myself. Looking forward to it!

Fantastic! Living in Australia, as I assume you do, you can save on postage by ordering from Book Depository vs Amazon.

Yours truly,

Tom Wescott

[Tom_Wescott]

Just finished reading the Bank Holiday Murders. I got through it in a few days, it had me gripped. A very interesting angle on the whole saga and it certainly got me thinking.
I would certainly highly recommend it. Good work Tom!

Thank you for taking the time to say so, Milpool. It's very much appreciated.

Yours truly,

Tom Wescott