Belgrave Square

Inspector Thomas Pitt faces a labyrinthine case when a despised moneylender is found murdered in the grimy streets of Clerkenwell. The victim's death brings little mourning from his numerous clients, but Pitt's investigation takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a list of prominent aristocratic names hidden in the dead man's office. As evidence mounts that the moneylender was operating an extensive blackmail scheme targeting London's elite, Pitt must navigate the treacherous waters of high society to uncover which of his victims finally struck back. With access to drawing rooms and social gatherings forbidden to police, Charlotte Pitt becomes her husband's invaluable ally in penetrating the glittering facade of wealth and privilege.

Davina Porter's nuanced performance elevates this Victorian mystery through her masterful handling of both street-level grit and aristocratic refinement. Porter seamlessly transitions between the rough dialects of London's working classes and the cultured tones of Belgrave Square's residents, creating distinct vocal identities that bring each character to vivid life. Her pacing allows the intricate plot to unfold naturally while maintaining suspense, and her sensitivity to period dialogue enhances the authentic Victorian atmosphere that defines Perry's storytelling.