The Hanging Psalm by Chris Nickson

Leeds, 1820. Thief-taker Simon Westow is an expert at finding lost property, a skill he honed after growing up in the workhouse. Now, he's sought after by wealthy clients who need their stolen possessions returned. But when John Milner, a successful Leeds businessman, comes to Simon for help finding his kidnapped daughter, Hannah, Simon is faced with a case unlike any he's encountered before.

Accompanied by his intelligent and resourceful assistant, Jane, Simon delves deep into the dangerous streets of Leeds, where secrets, old enemies, and unexpected dangers lurk. As Simon navigates the perilous underworld of the city, he begins to uncover shocking truths that may connect the kidnapping to his own past.

Regency mystery, historical crime, kidnapped daughter, Leeds 1820, thief-taker, revenge, historical suspense, dark secrets, strong female character, Simon Westow series