Montmorency: Thief, Liar, Gentleman? is by Eleanor Updale. The first in a series of books about this character that a cross between science fiction and historical fiction, this is a grand tale. Montmorency is a thief, he is captured by the police and sent to prison. During his capture he is severely wounded and saved by a brilliant young doctor who takes him to meetings of various scientific societies to show off his brilliant surgical handiwork. During one of these meetings Montmorency discovers a way to rebuild his life. Upon his release he sets about using his new found knowledge to remake himself. You can't help routing for him to succeed. The ending sets up the next novel nicely, while tying up the loose ends of the first tale most satisfactorily. A truly fun read. I hope the remainder of the series is as good.
Ratings: 7th grade - 10 out of 10 - MP (very mild profanity).
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