Di Reed – Dolly Cutag

Set in the closing decades of the nineteenth century, Dolly Cutag by Di Reed is a richly atmospheric historical crime novel that journeys from the bustling herring quays of Stornoway to the fog-filled streets of Victorian London.

As a young Stornoway herring girl leaves a trail of violence across northern Scotland, a Yorkshire mill boy escapes a brutal childhood in search of a better life in the capital. Their paths are destined to cross in Whitechapel, where fear grips the streets and the infamous Jack the Ripper casts a long shadow over the city.

Blending historical detail with compelling storytelling, Dolly Cutag explores themes of survival, revenge, justice and the lasting impact of the past. The vividly realised Victorian setting draws readers into a world where danger is never far away and every decision carries consequences.

Perfect for readers who enjoy historical crime fiction, compelling mysteries and richly drawn Victorian settings, Dolly Cutag is an absorbing novel that will keep you turning the pages until the very end.