Rory Clements
Holy Spy: the NEW John Shakespeare
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848548534
- author:
- Rory Clements
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hodder Paperbacks
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 13.1 x 3 x 19.6 cm
- Genre:
- Crime, Thrillers & Mystery, Mystery,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
In the midst of London's 16th-century intrigue, a deadly conspiracy unfolds. A group of wealthy young Catholics plots to assassinate Elizabeth, free Mary Queen of Scots, and open England to Spanish invasion. But their plans are infiltrated by Sir Francis Walsingham's top intelligencer, John Shakespeare. Shakespeare is torn between his duty and his love for the woman accused of murder. As he navigates the treacherous landscape, he uncovers a web of corruption that threatens the very heart of power. As Shakespeare delves deeper into the mystery, he realizes that the investigations are inextricably linked. Corruption runs close to the seat of power, and the fate of the realm hangs in the balance. With time running out, Shakespeare must save the woman he loves and prevent a catastrophic outcome. In this gripping tale of espionage and deception, the lines between loyalty, duty, and love are blurred. Can Shakespeare prevent the treachery and save the day, or will the conspiracy succeed in its deadly aims?