The Devil's Hunt: A spellbinding medieval mystery of murder and intrigue (The hugh Corbett Ser. #Vol. 10)
Mysteries and crime stories, Historical fiction, Suspense and thrillers
Synthetic audio, Automated braille
Summary
The mysterious 'Bell Man' stalks the streets of Oxford...Hugh Corbett finds himself investigating amongst the dreaming spires of Oxford in the tenth novel in Paul Doherty's medieval mystery series, The Devil's Hunt. Perfect for fans of Ellis Peters and Robin… Hobb.The golden summer of 1303 and Oxford is plunged into chaos. The severed heads of beggars have been tied by their hair to the trees in woods outside the city. John Copsale, the Regent of Sparrow Hall, has been found dead in his bed and it is being whispered that he was murdered by the mysterious 'Bell Man'. Then the college librarian and activist, Robert Ascham is discovered with a crossbow bolt in his chest. King Edward, hearing of the seething unrest in Oxford, arrives unannounced at Sir Hugh Corbett's country manor, and insists that Corbett go to the city to solve the murderous mysteries. And when the King commands, few can resist even if it means knowingly entering a dangerous and violent world...What readers are saying about Paul Doherty:'One of the best in the series so far''As with all Doherty books, historical accuracy and superb plots are of the highest standard, as are the characters''Paul Doherty's depictions of medieval England are truly outstanding'