The Midsummer Crown
The Midsummer Crown by Kate Sedley, published by Severn House in 2011, is a historical fiction novel set in the summer of 1483. This edition, comprising 252 pages, follows Roger the Chapman as he returns to Bristol, only to be summoned back to London by Richard of Gloucester. He is tasked with investigating the mysterious disappearance of a young boy, whose tutor has been found murdered in a locked room, setting the stage for a gripping mystery steeped in historical context.
Readers will find that the narrative intertwines elements of medieval history with a compelling mystery, as Roger navigates the dangers surrounding the investigation. The story is enriched by references to ancient British legends, adding depth to the unfolding crime. As Roger delves deeper into the case, the stakes rise, threatening his life in ways he has never experienced before. This edition offers an engaging exploration of crime and detective work against a richly detailed historical backdrop.
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The new Roger the Chapman mystery – In the sultry midsummer of 1483, as Richard of Gloucester begins his bid for the English crown, Roger returns home to Bristol, glad to be out of the capital. But almost immediately, the Duke recalls him to London to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a young boy whose tutor has been found murdered, apparently in a locked room. It is an investigation which has as its background an ancient British legend, and which will imperil Roger’s life as never before.
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