The Professor by Lisa Sell

4.5 Stars from me

I was on an absolute high reveling in all of the literary references scattered throughout The Professor, superbly executed and each one a total delight – honestly bravo.

I hugely enjoyed this story, not 100% sure that I liked Jane or any of the characters for that matter but the story itself was masterfully crafted and I was completely engrossed and swept along. I did like the development of Jane’s character though, and if I did pick a favourite I think it would be Evangeline Glynn.

There are an abundance of dead ends and the place is practically untidy with the amount of red herrings laying about… although I did guess who The Professor was I obviously had to read on to make sure I was right and it did not detract at all from my enjoyment of the story.

This book is part serial killer, part psychological thriller and part delicious celebration of literature, making for a cleverly plotted story and a superb read.

My thanks to the author, Lisa Sell and Zooloos Book Tours for my place on this blog tour.

Blurb: Too much knowledge can be deadly.

Ten years ago, a serial killer’s reign ended. Students at the Oxford Carroll University were safe. Until now…

The Professor is back. His Victorian literature-themed murders are more shocking than ever.

Jane, a mature student, studies in fear. An invitation to Glynnholme, the estate of the reclusive scholar, Evangeline Glynn, is a welcome distraction.

With each visit, dark secrets are revealed. The Professor is no stranger to Glynnholme. Jane wasn’t chosen by chance.

As the death count rises, The Professor prepares a final lesson. Words are powerful. They give him a killing purpose.

Words written in blood could end Jane’s life. Can she discover who The Professor is before it’s too late?