A compelling historical mystery, set soon after Edward IV has taken control of the throne. The plots and intrigue among the rival clans at the time, the Yorks and the Lancasters, provide a backdrop for a series of murders, with Margaret, Countess of Richmond and her two most loyal supporters as the main protagonists. A really enjoyable, exciting read.

Another great entry in the Margaret Beaufort series, I loved the mystery aspect mixed with the Tudor dynasty. It had a great plot going on and worked in the context of the story. It worked with the other books and I enjoyed how well this was written. It's always a pleasure to read and can't wait for more from Paul Doherty.

"‘In which case, Christopher, I shall leave this matter to you. I must leave. I will collect our mistress’s letters. I also have the maps you found in Brasenose’s saddle. I want to show one of them to someone who may understand and decipher it for me. Anyway, God knows what really happened here. I must go. Stay vigilant, Christopher.’