Overview

Henry VIII's court jester Will Somers turns reluctant inquisitor once again when a grotesque murder within the palace walls is linked to the Pilgrimage of Grace rebellion in this gripping Tudor mystery. 1536, London. The gruesome murder of a servant in the king's palace, his throat savagely cut, has brought fear to the court of Henry VIII. When the man's body is then dug up from the churchyard and disembowelled two weeks later, Will Somers, the king's jester, is horrified. What terrible mischief is now afoot under the king's roof? With Henry VIII distracted by The Pilgrimage of Grace, the religious revolt led by Robert Aske in protest at the king turning his back on the Catholic faith, Will becomes reluctant inquisitor once again. As he attempts to unmask a murderous knave, Will uncovers a chilling link between one of Queen Jane Seymour's precious jewels, the rebellion and the dead man. Is a shocking act of treachery behind a grotesque killing? Perfect for fans of stunning Tudor mysteries and historical dramas featuring witty and tenacious sleuths, and bursting with betrayal, politics, and passion from the likes of Paul Doherty Michael Jecks, C.J. Sansom, and Philippa Gregory.

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Entertaining, bawdy, tense Tudor mystery with vivid characters, unexpected twists, and realistic details * <b>Booklist</b> * Fans of mysteries set during the Tudor era will appreciate the historical details that are skillfully woven into Westerson's gripping story * <b>Library Journal</b> * A compelling series of puzzles set against the glories and dangers of the Tudor court * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> * Unexpected twists and a surprising conclusion, make this an entertaining read * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>The Twilight Queen</b> * Historical details mixed with a puzzling mystery make for a fine read * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>The Twilight Queen</b> * A mystery of twists and turns, riddles, bawdy humor, and clandestine trysts * <b>Historical Novels Review</b> on <b>The Twilight Queen</b> * A fascinating story, great characters, and a mystery filled with plenty of twists and turns * <b>Kings River Life Magazine</b> on <b>The Twilight Queen</b> * Westerson brings real humanity to her story . . . If you are a fan of the Tudors, don't miss this read * <b>Deadly Pleasures Mystery Magazine</b> on <b>The Twilight Queen</b> * For readers who enjoy accurate, in-depth historical details in a mystery * <b>Library Journal</b> on <b>Courting Dragons</b> * Jeri Westerson is at the top of her game * <b>Louis Bayard</b>, bestselling author of <b>THE PALE BLUE EYE</b>, on <b>Courting Dragons</b> *

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Jeri Westerson was born and raised in Los Angeles. As well as fifteen Crispin Guest medieval mysteries, she is the author of three paranormal series and several historical novels. Her books have been nominated for the Shamus, the Macavity and the Agatha awards.

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