The Bookseller's Tale: A totally gripping historical crime thriller

Nicholas Elyot discovers the body of William Farringdon floating in the River Cherwell, leading him to uncover a criminal plot and put his family in danger to uncover the truth.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 11 July 2022
Publisher: Canelo

In the vibrant city of Oxford, during the spring of 1353, a series of events unfolded that would forever change the course of history. Young bookseller Nicholas Elyot stumbled upon a tragic scene as he discovered the lifeless body of William Farringdon floating in the serene River Cherwell. At first, it seemed like a straightforward case of suicide, with all the signs pointing towards it. However, as Nicholas delved deeper into the investigation, he unearthed a web of secrets and lies that hinted at something more sinister.

With the help of his close friend, Jordain, Nicholas began to unravel the mystery surrounding William's death. They discovered that the promising student had been innocently caught up in a criminal plot, a web of deceit that spanned across town, the university, and even the abbey. As their inquiries deepened, Nicholas realized that he was risking everything to uncover the truth. He was willing to put his own family in terrible danger to expose the darkness that lurked beneath the surface.

The stakes were high, and Nicholas knew that he had to move quickly. He spent countless hours poring over books, documents, and eyewitness accounts, trying to piece together the puzzle that had been left behind. The more he dug, the more he realized that this case was far more complex than he had ever imagined. It seemed like every person he encountered had something to hide, and every clue led him to a new twist in the story.

As Nicholas and Jordain dug deeper, they encountered a cast of characters that were as intriguing as they were dangerous. They met scholars, monks, and noblemen, each with their own secrets and motivations. Some were willing to help, while others were determined to silence Nicholas and protect the secrets that they held.

Despite the obstacles that lay in their path, Nicholas and Jordain refused to give up. They were determined to uncover the truth, no matter the cost. They worked tirelessly, day and night, pouring over every piece of evidence they could find. And slowly but surely, they began to piece together the puzzle that had been haunting them.

As they uncovered more and more information, Nicholas and Jordain realized that they were dealing with a criminal organization that had been operating in Oxford for years. They discovered that the organization was involved in a wide range of illegal activities, from smuggling to extortion, and that it had a powerful grip on the city's institutions.

With this knowledge, Nicholas and Jordain knew that they had to act fast. They gathered a team of trusted allies, including other scholars and investigators, and began to plan their strategy. They worked tirelessly to gather evidence, build a case, and bring the criminals to justice.

Their efforts were not without danger, however. The criminals were ruthless and determined to protect their secrets, and they were willing to do anything to stop Nicholas and Jordain. They launched a series of attacks on Nicholas and his team, including threats, intimidation, and even murder.

Despite the dangers, Nicholas and Jordain remained steadfast in their pursuit of justice. They refused to back down, and they continued to push forward, even when it seemed like all hope was lost. And in the end, their hard work paid off.

The criminals were brought to justice, and the truth was finally revealed. Nicholas and Jordain had uncovered a web of corruption and deceit that had been plaguing Oxford for years. The people of the city were grateful for their efforts, and Nicholas was hailed as a hero.

But for Nicholas, the real reward was the knowledge that he had done the right thing. He had stood up for what was right, even when it meant risking everything he had. And he knew that he had made a difference in the world, even if it was only a small one.

In the aftermath of the case, Nicholas and Jordain continued to work as investigators, uncovering more secrets and bringing more criminals to justice. They became known as the best in the business, and their reputation spread far and wide.

But for Nicholas, the most important thing was the relationships that he had built along the way. He had formed deep bonds with his team, and with the people of Oxford who had supported him throughout his journey. And he knew that he would never forget the lessons that he had learned, the sacrifices that he had made, and the impact that he had made on the world.

The death of a scholar, the birth of a detective... Oxford,Spring 1353. When young bookseller Nicholas Elyot discovers the body of William Farringdon floating in the River Cherwell,all the signs point to suicide. Soon,however,Nicholas discovers evidence of murder. Who could have wanted to kill this promising student? As Nicholas and his close friend Jordain try to unravel what lies behind Williams death,they learn that he was innocently caught up in a criminal plot. When their investigations begin to involve town,university,and abbey,Nicholas takes a risky gamble – and puts his family in terrible danger in order to uncover the truth.

A thrilling historical mystery full of twists and intrigue,perfect for fans of Ellis Peters,Paul Doherty and E. M. Powell.

In the vibrant city of Oxford, during the spring of 1353, a series of events unfolded that would forever change the course of history. Young bookseller Nicholas Elyot stumbled upon a tragic scene as he discovered the lifeless body of William Farringdon floating in the serene River Cherwell. At first, it seemed like a straightforward case of suicide, with all the signs pointing towards it. However, as Nicholas delved deeper into the investigation, he unearthed a web of secrets and lies that hinted at something more sinister.

With the help of his close friend, Jordain, Nicholas began to unravel the mystery surrounding William's death. They discovered that the promising student had been innocently caught up in a criminal plot, a web of deceit that spanned across town, the university, and even the abbey. As their inquiries deepened, Nicholas realized that he was risking everything to uncover the truth. He was willing to put his own family in terrible danger to expose the darkness that lurked beneath the surface.

The stakes were high, and Nicholas knew that he had to move quickly. He spent countless hours poring over books, documents, and eyewitness accounts, trying to piece together the puzzle that had been left behind. The more he dug, the more he realized that this case was far more complex than he had ever imagined. It seemed like every person he encountered had something to hide, and every clue led him to a new twist in the story.

As Nicholas and Jordain dug deeper, they encountered a cast of characters that were as intriguing as they were dangerous. They met scholars, monks, and noblemen, each with their own secrets and motivations. Some were willing to help, while others were determined to silence Nicholas and protect the secrets that they held.

Despite the obstacles that lay in their path, Nicholas and Jordain refused to give up. They were determined to uncover the truth, no matter the cost. They worked tirelessly, day and night, pouring over every piece of evidence they could find. And slowly but surely, they began to piece together the puzzle that had been haunting them.

As they uncovered more and more information, Nicholas and Jordain realized that they were dealing with a criminal organization that had been operating in Oxford for years. They discovered that the organization was involved in a wide range of illegal activities, from smuggling to extortion, and that it had a powerful grip on the city's institutions.

With this knowledge, Nicholas and Jordain knew that they had to act fast. They gathered a team of trusted allies, including other scholars and investigators, and began to plan their strategy. They worked tirelessly to gather evidence, build a case, and bring the criminals to justice.

Their efforts were not without danger, however. The criminals were ruthless and determined to protect their secrets, and they were willing to do anything to stop Nicholas and Jordain. They launched a series of attacks on Nicholas and his team, including threats, intimidation, and even murder.

Despite the dangers, Nicholas and Jordain remained steadfast in their pursuit of justice. They refused to back down, and they continued to push forward, even when it seemed like all hope was lost. And in the end, their hard work paid off.

The criminals were brought to justice, and the truth was finally revealed. Nicholas and Jordain had uncovered a web of corruption and deceit that had been plaguing Oxford for years. The people of the city were grateful for their efforts, and Nicholas was hailed as a hero.

But for Nicholas, the real reward was the knowledge that he had done the right thing. He had stood up for what was right, even when it meant risking everything he had. And he knew that he had made a difference in the world, even if it was only a small one.

In the aftermath of the case, Nicholas and Jordain continued to work as investigators, uncovering more secrets and bringing more criminals to justice. They became known as the best in the business, and their reputation spread far and wide.

But for Nicholas, the most important thing was the relationships that he had built along the way. He had formed deep bonds with his team, and with the people of Oxford who had supported him throughout his journey. And he knew that he would never forget the lessons that he had learned, the sacrifices that he had made, and the impact that he had made on the world.

The death of a scholar, the birth of a detective... Oxford,Spring 1353. When young bookseller Nicholas Elyot discovers the body of William Farringdon floating in the River Cherwell,all the signs point to suicide. Soon,however,Nicholas discovers evidence of murder. Who could have wanted to kill this promising student? As Nicholas and his close friend Jordain try to unravel what lies behind Williams death,they learn that he was innocently caught up in a criminal plot. When their investigations begin to involve town,university,and abbey,Nicholas takes a risky gamble – and puts his family in terrible danger in order to uncover the truth.

A thrilling historical mystery full of twists and intrigue,perfect for fans of Ellis Peters,Paul Doherty and E. M. Powell.

In the vibrant city of Oxford, during the spring of 1353, a series of events unfolded that would forever change the course of history. Young bookseller Nicholas Elyot stumbled upon a tragic scene as he discovered the lifeless body of William Farringdon floating in the serene River Cherwell. At first, it seemed like a straightforward case of suicide, with all the signs pointing towards it. However, as Nicholas delved deeper into the investigation, he unearthed a web of secrets and lies that hinted at something more sinister.

With the help of his close friend, Jordain, Nicholas began to unravel the mystery surrounding William's death. They discovered that the promising student had been innocently caught up in a criminal plot, a web of deceit that spanned across town, the university, and even the abbey. As their inquiries deepened, Nicholas realized that he was risking everything to uncover the truth. He was willing to put his own family in terrible danger to expose the darkness that lurked beneath the surface.

The stakes were high, and Nicholas knew that he had to move quickly. He spent countless hours poring over books, documents, and eyewitness accounts, trying to piece together the puzzle that had been left behind. The more he dug, the more he realized that this case was far more complex than he had ever imagined. It seemed like every person he encountered had something to hide, and every clue led him to a new twist in the story.

As Nicholas and Jordain dug deeper, they encountered a cast of characters that were as intriguing as they were dangerous. They met scholars, monks, and noblemen, each with their own secrets and motivations. Some were willing to help, while others were determined to silence Nicholas and protect the secrets that they held.

Despite the obstacles that lay in their path, Nicholas and Jordain refused to give up. They were determined to uncover the truth, no matter the cost. They worked tirelessly, day and night, pouring over every piece of evidence they could find. And slowly but surely, they began to piece together the puzzle that had been haunting them.

As they uncovered more and more information, Nicholas and Jordain realized that they were dealing with a criminal organization that had been operating in Oxford for years. They discovered that the organization was involved in a wide range of illegal activities, from smuggling to extortion, and that it had a powerful grip on the city's institutions.

With this knowledge, Nicholas and Jordain knew that they had to act fast. They gathered a team of trusted allies, including other scholars and investigators, and began to plan their strategy. They worked tirelessly to gather evidence, build a case, and bring the criminals to justice.

Their efforts were not without danger, however. The criminals were ruthless and determined to protect their secrets, and they were willing to do anything to stop Nicholas and Jordain. They launched a series of attacks on Nicholas and his team, including threats, intimidation, and even murder.

Despite the dangers, Nicholas and Jordain remained steadfast in their pursuit of justice. They refused to back down, and they continued to push forward, even when it seemed like all hope was lost. And in the end, their hard work paid off.

The criminals were brought to justice, and the truth was finally revealed. Nicholas and Jordain had uncovered a web of corruption and deceit that had been plaguing Oxford for years. The people of the city were grateful for their efforts, and Nicholas was hailed as a hero.

But for Nicholas, the real reward was the knowledge that he had done the right thing. He had stood up for what was right, even when it meant risking everything he had. And he knew that he had made a difference in the world, even if it was only a small one.

In the aftermath of the case, Nicholas and Jordain continued to work as investigators, uncovering more secrets and bringing more criminals to justice. They became known as the best in the business, and their reputation spread far and wide.

But for Nicholas, the most important thing was the relationships that he had built along the way. He had formed deep bonds with his team, and with the people of Oxford who had supported him throughout his journey. And he knew that he would never forget the lessons that he had learned, the sacrifices that he had made, and the impact that he had made on the world.

Weight: 220g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804361023