By Murder's Bright Light

In winter of 1379, French privateers attack the southern coast of England, threatening London. An English flotilla of warships, including the Gods Bright Light, drops anchor in the Thames, and during the first night, the entire watch disappears without a trace. Sir John and Brother Athelstan are summoned to investigate the mysteries on board the ship, uncovering shocking truths and finding themselves in the thick of a bloody battle on the Thames.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2022
Publisher: Canelo

Scandal, murder, and treason are back with a bang in the historical mystery series "The Athelstan Chronicles." Set in winter, 1379, French privateers are attacking the southern coast of England, threatening the very heart of the nation—London. The situation becomes dire when an English flotilla of warships, including the colossal Gods Bright Light, drops anchor in the Thames. During the first night, the entire watch of the ship disappears without a trace.

Sir John and Brother Athelstan, two seasoned investigators, are summoned to unravel the mysteries on board the ill-omened warship. Their investigations lead them to uncover some shocking truths and put them in the thick of a bloody battle on the Thames.

This gripping and suspenseful historical mystery is perfect for fans of Michael Jecks, S. G. MacLean, and Susanna Gregory. It combines historical detail with action-packed scenes to transport readers back to the 14th century and immerse them in the intrigue and danger of the time.

As Sir John and Brother Athelstan delve deeper into the mystery, they encounter a cast of characters that include pirates, noblemen, and religious figures. Each character has their own motivations and secrets, and the plot twists and turns as the investigators try to piece together the truth before it's too late.

The series is filled with action, suspense, and intrigue, and readers will be on the edge of their seats until the final chapter. "The Athelstan Chronicles" is a must-read for anyone who loves historical mysteries and is looking for a thrilling and engaging adventure.

Weight: 216g
Dimension: 131 x 197 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800328150