Olly Paperback – December 22, 2011

I have to admit that I wasn't expecting much from this, other than a basic updating of the original classic, but the author has done so much more than that just don't expect a musical.Key elements of the plot are mostly there, although some are gone, like the workhouse as they no longer exists (give the current government time though!) and there's some switching about with the time lines but that just goes to keep things fresh.All the characters are well drawn, fitting in perfectly with the modernised setting that is every bit as gritty as the original Dickins' London. It's just a shame it wasn't longer, as more details could have been filled in.Overall though, a great read.