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Thrilling new novel in the acclaimed series from historical master Jecks
It's 1327 and England is in turmoil. King Edward II has been removed from the throne and his son installed in his place. The old man's rule had proved a disaster for the realm and many hope that his removal may mean the return of peace to England's cities. Keeper of the King's Peace, Sir Baldwin de Furnshill and his friend Bailiff Simon Puttock had been tasked with guarding Edward II, but they have failed in their task and now ride fast to Exeter to inform the sheriff of the old king's escape. In Exeter, the sheriff has problems of his own. Overnight the body of a young maid has been discovered, lying bloodied and abandoned in a dirty alleyway. The city's gates had been shut against the lawlessness outside, so the perpetrator must still lie within the sanctuary of the town. When Baldwin de Furnshill arrives, along with Sir Richard de Welles, a companion of old, he is tasked with uncovering the truth behind this gruesome murder. But, in a city where every man hides a secret, his task will be far from easy.
Anonymous
Posted September 6, 2012
This book is available from Amazon for the Kindle....from Simon and Schuster as an e-book... why isn't it available from Barnes & Noble for the Nook?
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Posted August 18, 2012
I have copied from my earlier UK review of the same title -- "As
usual, I won't write a *synopsis* as the publisher already has. Fellow
readers want to know if someone liked the book and if it is worth
trying. I could not wait until "City of Fiends" was available
to me so paid the post fees to obtain it early. It was worth the extra
cost! I confess that I was concerned about how aging main characters
would hold up. I was, however, glad to see that they held up quite well
and hopefully will do so in the future. I believe it was about six years
ago that I found my first title in the series and was prompted to hunt
down the earlier titles in the series not to mention other Jecks titles.
Consequently, I have them all. Jecks is a remarkable author both in
terms of historical research efforts and in the ability to create
plausible and good stories inside of the historical framework used. He
is truly remarkable on both counts and I admire his vigor and talent. I
believe he holds himself to high standards of writing. At least, that is
what I perceive. I will not criticize how he handles some characters as
all characters have a bit of good as well as bad in them. Sometimes, the
scale tips more one way than the other. That being said, I can't wait
until the next Jecks title in or out of this series! Addendum: I
purchased the hardcover edition as it is worth saving!" With only
a short time go now for US release, I wanted to share my opinion with
fellow Barnes & Noble readers.
Overview
Thrilling new novel in the acclaimed series from historical master Jecks
It's 1327 and England is in turmoil. King Edward II has been removed from the throne and his son installed in his place. The old man's rule had proved a disaster for the realm and many hope that his removal may mean the return of peace to England's cities. Keeper of the King's Peace, Sir Baldwin de Furnshill and his friend Bailiff Simon Puttock had been tasked with guarding Edward II, but they have failed ...