‘Private Inquiries is a must-read – a riveting mythbuster, with its revelations of the real histories of women PIs’ – Val McDermid ‘Intriguing and informative, Private Inquiries is a fascinating piece of detective work. ‘ – Martin Edwards ‘Davies is a great storyteller and this is a feast of true crime and women’s place in […]

‘What a brilliant piece of research; pieced together with compassion, heart and understanding. Caitlin gives voice to women who have been forgotten or have only been seen through a male prism. She wrestles back their stories,’ – Maxine Peake. Listen to an interview (Jan 2025) on New Books Network  Available to buy here The idea […]

Published by John Murray, March 8th, 2018. Paperback Feb 2019 LONGLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE FOR POLITICAL WRITING, 2019 ‘Davies’ absorbing study serves up just enough sensationalism – and eccentricity – along with its serious inquiry’ – Helen Davies, The Sunday Times ‘Caitlin Davies meticulously records a much-needed and balanced history’ – Yvonne Roberts, The […]