The Devil's Grin Book Reviews

AUTHOR
A. Wendeberg
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4
TOTAL RATINGS
431

The Devil's Grin by A. Wendeberg Book Summary

London 1889. A dead man is found floating in the city’s waterworks. Fearing an epidemic, the Metropolitan Police call upon bacteriologist Dr Anton Kronberg to examine the body. All signs point toward cholera having killed the man…but for faint marks around wrists and ankles.

Evidence for a crime is weak, and the police lose interest in the case. But Kronberg suspects that the dead man’s final days had been steeped in cruelty. Soon, a second victim is found, and Kronberg gets embroiled in a web of abduction, abuse, and murder.

But catching a killer and staying alive would be easier if the doctor didn’t have secrets of…her own.

Warning: medical procedures are depicted without apology.

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Book Name The Devil's Grin
Genre Historical Mysteries
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Language English
E-Book Size 11.35 MB

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Not my thing. I searched for, and thought I found, a book about Jack the Ripper. What I got was a fictional period-based story about a cross-dressing doctor. At least it was short.

Devil's Grin. Refreshing and genuinely entertaining. A very intelligent read & hard to put down. Many thanks!

The Devil's Grin. Good read!

Thumping Good Read. I loved the strong female protagonist in this novel. Anna Kronberg, who becomes the eminent bacteriologist Dr. Anton Kronberg with a change of clothes, a haircut and a prosthesis teams up with Sherlock Holmes to solve a case of germ based murder in London. This book has everything you typically find in a Holmes mystery, but it is all done from a drastically different but the same level of intellectual perspective. The difference is the emotions that Anna/Anton brings to the story. They add a new depth that make it very intriguing. There is action, suspense, murder, conspiracies,mayhem, and all the lovely logic you get with a Holmes mystery. I can't recommend it highly enough for those of you who are mystery fans. Bravo!

The Devil's Grin. Very engaging. Good read.

Great read!. Anyone who loves a female character who dares to be the good dooer we all wish the real world was made up of will love this story. Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy!

Fast-paced story.... Good read. Noticed a few discrepancies but I am a "detailed reader"-- I found inaccuracies in some of Grafton's mysteries. Captured Holmes' character well. I read all the Sherlock Holmes books starting in high school and have been a fan since. Looking forward to reading the next book.

A Terrifying Disease, A Man Who's A Woman and Sherlock Holmes. The Devil's Grin by Annelie Wendeberg is the first book in the 'Kronberg Crimes' series. Set in Victorian England, this book is a mix of fiction and historical facts. Disease coats the streets and Jack the Ripper haunts the alleys. People will do anything to survive. The year is 1889 and Doctor Anton Kronberg has been asked for assistance in identifying a possible cholera victim at the Hampton Water Treatment Works by Scotland Yard's Inspector Gibson. Anton works at Guy's Hospital in London in the ward of infectious diseases. The best bacteriologist and epidemiologist in England. Cholera is one of many constant threats and the hospital is always packed three to a bed, leading to the further spread of disease. Going to inspect the dead man, Anton meets the famous Sherlock Holmes, who surprises both Anton and the reader by discovering that Anton Kronberg is in fact Anna Kronberg, a female doctor who earned her degree in Germany. Anna is reasonably upset. This is an era where women are forbidden to study medicine or become doctors. The only women in a medical field are nurses. Anna works very hard to keep her identity secret by changing her countenance and her appearance, even going as far as to keep a bag filled with water in her trousers so her colleagues can occasional see her 'peeing' at the urinals, to leave no doubt in their minds that she is a man. If her secret was ever revealed, she would be incarcerated for life. Anna is just as sharp and observant as Sherlock. The two decide to work with each other (which neither of them are particularly used to or pleased about) after finding a few discrepancies on the body. The two will have to learn to deal with one another and try to get along with someone just as knowledgable as themselves. They will no doubt get on each other's nerves, but there is amicability and understanding there too. As they begin to see more into the dark underworld and corrupt corporations that are involved, they begin to realise just how deep they're in. Could the man have been killed by tetanus? If so, how could he contract it without any deep wounds or without consuming a tetanus infected animal? Is it possible he was murdered? They must also learn to battle with their own dark demons and consider how far either of them are willing to go to find the truth, even if it means risking their lives or that of others. The title of this book comes from one of the symptoms of a tetanus victim- a grin. It is a telltale sign of tetanus. The characters are intriguing. Sherlock is Sherlock. What can I say about this character that isn't already known to every person under the sun? His depiction here is very similar to his original character. Obviously, there will be slight discrepancies, not just because of a different author, but also because he's interacting with people he's never met before. All people act differently depending on the person they're with, including Sherlock. For fans of Sherlock, don't worry, he is still true to himself, if not for the occasional phrase I couldn't quite picture him saying. Sherlock himself is already a character who's interesting enough to carry the story, but Anna/Anton's character was equally compelling, to say the least. Forced to hide her gender, she spends so much time as a man, that she questions her identity. It's not that she's transgender or confused about her sexuality, but more that she has seen the pros and cons of being a member of each gender and she wonders which one it is better to be and which one she is more suited to. Add to that the fact that she must completely shed her female self, so as not to be discovered, and it's not wonder she's unsure. Like Sherlock, she will push herself to her physical and mental limits to get an answer. Together, the chemistry these two characters share is palpable. I'm bringing it up because I'm sure people will wonder, but the only similarity between her and Irene is that the two are equally as intelligent as Sherlock himself. They can outwit him. But Irene is very sure of her gender and obviously loves being a woman and the ability to make Sherlock uncomfortable with it. Anna isn't even sure what gender she wants to be. Their personalities are very different and these two characters are not to be confused. Anna and Sherlock can singlehandedly carry this story. The plot is interesting and dark, but even if it had been terrible, I believe that Anna and Sherlock would still make it work. They're just that entertaining and thought-provoking. An incomplete ending, this is a series that connects all its stories through plot, not just characters. It is not often that the same story will continue through the series. The same villain perhaps, but generally when you start a new book, a new plot begins as well. For those who aren't fans of endings without resolution, there is enough of a conclusion to satisfy. We just aren't given the whole picture. The final line will leave fans of both this book's characters and Sherlock Holmes hurrying to the next instalment. Disclaimer: I received this book from the author. This is not a sponsored review. All opinions are 100% my own.

The Devils Grin. Very entertaining.

Better than expected. Funny, I love Sherlock Holmes and so was completely negative about this spin on the whole concept, but obviously not too put off to purchase The Devil's Grin. I'm so glad I did and am pleased to give the book a great review. I love the author's style and can't believe she pulled it off successfully. What a daunting task, inserting a new character believing seamlessly into an established story set that has been around for ages. Bravo! Keep up the good work. I am about to purchase the next book. My guess is it will just get better and better. Please keep up the good work.

Outstanding!. The way the author used so much vigor and suspense in the story really snatched me into interest. I am glad I read this story and look forward to reading the other two books in the series.

Fun read. This was a really fun read. If you like Sherlock Holmes you'll get a kick out of this.

The Devils grin. 👍🏻good book

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Refreshing. A very different theme with many elements that make for a great read. The hero/heroine is likeable and believable. Enjoyable book.

A Terrifying Disease, A Man Who's a Woman and Sherlock Holmes. The Devil's Grin by Annelie Wendeberg is the first book in the 'Kronberg Crimes' series. Set in Victorian England, this book is a mix of fiction and historical facts. Disease coats the streets and Jack the Ripper haunts the alleys. People will do anything to survive. The year is 1889 and Doctor Anton Kronberg has been asked for assistance in identifying a possible cholera victim at the Hampton Water Treatment Works by Scotland Yard's Inspector Gibson. Anton works at Guy's Hospital in London in the ward of infectious diseases. The best bacteriologist and epidemiologist in England. Cholera is one of many constant threats and the hospital is always packed three to a bed, leading to the further spread of disease. Going to inspect the dead man, Anton meets the famous Sherlock Holmes, who surprises both Anton and the reader by discovering that Anton Kronberg is in fact Anna Kronberg, a female doctor who earned her degree in Germany. Anna is reasonably upset. This is an era where women are forbidden to study medicine or become doctors. The only women in a medical field are nurses. Anna works very hard to keep her identity secret by changing her countenance and her appearance, even going as far as to keep a bag filled with water in her trousers so her colleagues can occasional see her 'peeing' at the urinals, to leave no doubt in their minds that she is a man. If her secret was ever revealed, she would be incarcerated for life. Anna is just as sharp and observant as Sherlock. The two decide to work with each other (which neither of them are particularly used to or pleased about) after finding a few discrepancies on the body. The two will have to learn to deal with one another and try to get along with someone just as knowledgable as themselves. They will no doubt get on each other's nerves, but there is amicability and understanding there too. As they begin to see more into the dark underworld and corrupt corporations that are involved, they begin to realise just how deep they're in. Could the man have been killed by tetanus? If so, how could he contract it without any deep wounds or without consuming a tetanus infected animal? Is it possible he was murdered? They must also learn to battle with their own dark demons and consider how far either of them are willing to go to find the truth, even if it means risking their lives or that of others. The title of this book comes from one of the symptoms of a tetanus victim- a grin. It is a telltale sign of tetanus. The characters are intriguing. Sherlock is Sherlock. What can I say about this character that isn't already known to every person under the sun? His depiction here is very similar to his original character. Obviously, there will be slight discrepancies, not just because of a different author, but also because he's interacting with people he's never met before. All people act differently depending on the person they're with, including Sherlock. For fans of Sherlock, don't worry, he is still true to himself, if not for the occasional phrase I couldn't quite picture him saying. Sherlock himself is already a character who's interesting enough to carry the story, but Anna/Anton's character was equally compelling, to say the least. Forced to hide her gender, she spends so much time as a man, that she questions her identity. It's not that she's transgender or confused about her sexuality, but more that she has seen the pros and cons of being a member of each gender and she wonders which one it is better to be and which one she is more suited to. Add to that the fact that she must completely shed her female self, so as not to be discovered, and it's not wonder she's unsure. Like Sherlock, she will push herself to her physical and mental limits to get an answer. Together, the chemistry these two characters share is palpable. I'm bringing it up because I'm sure people will wonder, but the only similarity between her and Irene is that the two are equally as intelligent as Sherlock himself. They can outwit him. But Irene is very sure of her gender and obviously loves being a woman and the ability to make Sherlock uncomfortable with it. Anna isn't even sure what gender she wants to be. Their personalities are very different and these two characters are not to be confused. Anna and Sherlock can singlehandedly carry this story. The plot is interesting and dark, but even if it had been terrible, I believe that Anna and Sherlock would still make it work. They're just that entertaining and thought-provoking. An incomplete ending, this is a series that connects all its stories through plot, not just characters. It is not often that the same story will continue through the series. The same villain perhaps, but generally when you start a new book, a new plot begins as well. For those who aren't fans of endings without resolution, there is enough of a conclusion to satisfy. We just aren't given the whole picture. The final line will leave fans of both this book's characters and Sherlock Holmes hurrying to the next instalment. Disclaimer: I received this book from the author. This is not a sponsored review. All opinions are 100% my own.

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The Devil's Grin. Excellent reading, lost a star on the rating because it was too short.

Scary. Great book a bit scary but couldn't put it down. The detective takes over to get results when no one else can or wants to received this book from ebook discovery in exchange for an honest review

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