The Man in the Street

A timely account of ordinary men and women drawn to activism by Mosley's black shirts in the 1930's. Against the backdrop of polarisation in our politics, this novel, based on a true story, sets out how ordinary people can be swept into right wing politics. Tense and gripping, it is an essential read for anyone concerned about the rise of populism around the world.

This encapsulating read depicts the story of how a few questionable decisions can lead to some far-reaching consequences. I thoroughly enjoyed how the storylines twisted and turned throughout, reaching to a nail-biting conclusion. Martin's writing portrays great vivid imagery enabling the reader to see, and in some cases almost smell what the characters are thinking and experiencing. I'd recommend the book to anyone interested in the political landscape of the 1930's.

This book was very interesting, thought provoking and had great character development. The political views highlight the current political climate and the ending had an exciting unexpected twist! Really recommend.

The 80th anniversary of the start of WW2 this month was an appropriate point to read this mystery, spanning the period from 1930s to the turn of this century, and dealing with the rise of British Fascist Party under Mosley. The menace and violence of this movement is well described and a constant thread. Characters are brought to life empathetically. The plot flip flops from pre/ war period to the late 1990s giving an intriguing interplay between protagonists and revealing the detail of the little publicised history of internment of Nazi sympathisers and BFP members. It seems fearfully prescient given the political and socio economic climate in the U.K. today. The tension continues to an unusual end. I thoroughly enjoyed what I would, unhesitatingly, call a page turner which I read over 2 evenings.

It's excellent. Another page turner from Martin Howe. Well worth the read.