The Lost Diary of Samuel Pepys

In 1669, England is in dire straits due to a lack of funds and tensions with the Dutch Republic. Samuel Pepys is sent to Portsmouth to investigate corruption at the Royal Navy, where he uncovers a murder plot. He must find the truth before England is thrown into a war that could have devastating consequences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 04 August 2022
Publisher: Moonflower Publishing

In the summer of 1669, England found itself in a precarious situation. The treasury was empty, tensions with the powerful Dutch Republic were escalating, and to add to the chaos, an investigator sent by the King to investigate corruption at the Royal Navy had been brutally murdered. Despite his reluctance to leave the comforts of London, Samuel Pepys, the esteemed diarist, was tasked with traveling to Portsmouth to unravel the mystery. With the help of his loyal assistant, Will Hewer, Pepys set out on a mission to uncover the truth.

As they delved deeper into the investigation, they discovered that the murder was not just a simple act of violence, but part of a larger plot to overthrow the government. The killer was someone close to the royal family, and they were working with foreign agents to orchestrate a war that would have devastating consequences for England.

Pepys and Hewer raced against time to uncover the real plot before it was too late. They faced numerous obstacles and challenges, including political intrigue, betrayal, and danger. However, their determination and resourcefulness led them to the truth, and they were able to prevent the war from breaking out.

In the end, Samuel Pepys emerged as a hero, and his diary became a valuable source of information for historians and scholars. The story of his investigation into the murder at the Royal Navy serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and the power of truth to overcome even the most challenging circumstances.

Weight: 774g
Dimension: 165 x 243 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781919618739