The Templar Magician
The Templar Magician by P. C. Doherty, published by Headline in 2009, is a historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of the Templar Order during the year 1152. The narrative unfolds in Jerusalem, where the Crusaders’ initial ideals have given way to a landscape marked by power struggles and violence. The story follows Robert de Payens, grandson of one of the Temple’s co-founders, and Edward Sendal, as they navigate a murder mystery involving the brutal assassination of Raymond, Count of Tripoli.
Readers will encounter a blend of action, adventure, and mystery as the plot delves into the complexities of the Templar Order and the political turmoil of the time. The novel explores themes of crime and suspense, inviting readers to unravel the motives behind the murder and the potential involvement of the Templar ranks. With 336 pages, this edition offers a detailed exploration of medieval intrigue and the darker aspects of power within a historical context.
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Murder and mayhem set at the time of the secretive Templar Order.
The year is 1152, and Jerusalem is still in the hands of the Crusaders, although the lofty ideals of before have now been replaced by subtle power-play. Meanwhile, in England, King Stephen is waging bloody war against Henry Fitzempress. The Templar Order, now fifty years old, is a wealthy power, glittering with tempting riches. Against this background of bloodshed, Robert de Payens, grandson of Eleanor, one of the co-founders of the Temple, and Englishman Edward Sendal find themselves caught up in a murder mystery when Raymond, Count of Tripoli, is brutally assassinated. Who would have wanted to murder Raymond, and is it possible that the answer may lie within the hallowed ranks of the Templar order itself?
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