Whenever I read books like this I always end up using street view on maps so I can preview where the buildings are. London has always been a main character for so many novels since their inception, we all know it, even if we haven't been there, this book explores the places and streets where authors placed their characters. A great book for those who want to wander in the footsteps, each walk is mapped and timed and gives you a sense of buildings. Although London is changing rapidly and is not the one that say Dickens would know now, it's good to be able to place and visualise the events and stories. If you can't get to London use street view and spend an afternoon meandering through London remotely. However if you have time and want to explore use this book as reference as it'll give you a different view of London.

I often use novels as a guide when I visit a city. There's a lot of possible inspiration in London and a lot of books.
This is an informative and useful guide.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this arc, all opinions are mine

Not since an art lovers’ guide to Paris have I wanted to use a travel book so much. This would be a fantastic and fun guide to use. I really like how the distances vary throughout. There are 1.5 mile walks and some almost six. I thought there would be maybe 5-10 stops and authors, but some look like they have 60 authors, books, and settings. This would be so much fun for a book enthusiast.