A review by jrosenstein
The Gentle Axe by R.N. Morris

3.0

An engaging, character-centered historical mystery. Morris does an excellent job of evoking 19th century St. Petersburg through just a few key details of place and people. The protagonist, Porfiry Petrovich, is an interesting take on the noir convention of the jaded detective. However, the ending was unconvincing and a bit unsatisfying.