33 results for 'CornishBowden, Athel'

Anne of Athelhampton and the Riddle of the Apes is a tale of intrigue set in 16th-century England. When her grasping cousin Young John gifts her a pet ape, Anne sets out to unravel the mystery behind...

Brother Athelstan May must navigate treacherous streets as the Great Revolt draws near in this medieval mystery. In 1381, the Upright Men's mysterious envoy, known only as the Herald of Hell, strikes...

The Godless by Paul Doherty is a gripping mystery set in 14th century London. A series of bizarre and brutal murders has shaken the city, with prostitutes found dead and a blood-red wig placed on...

The Godless by Paul Doherty is a gripping mystery set in 14th century London. A series of bizarre and brutal murders has shaken the city, with prostitutes found dead and a blood-red wig placed on...

Summer 1380 in London brings no respite from violence and death. A clerk's body is pulled from the Thames, his life cut short by drowning before a fatal blow to the back of the head. Another victim...

Autumn, 1379, is a time of great turmoil in the kingdom. The power of the crown is precarious, and the French are attacking the southern ports. Amidst this unrest, a mysterious figure emerges,...

A terrible power struggle threatens the very core of Britain in 1376, as the Black Prince dies of a mysterious illness, followed by his father, King Edward III, in 1377. The young king's succession...

London, January 1382. A royal treasure has been stolen from the most secure chamber in the kingdom, with tens of thousands of silver and gold coins missing. Six executioners have been brutally...

A murdered priest, a missing body, and stolen treasure are just the beginning of Brother Athelstan's most challenging investigation yet. In 1381, the church of St Benet's in Queenhithe is at the...

The Age of Athelstan: Britain's Forgotten History (Revealing History (Paperback)) King Athelstan is one of history's most overlooked monarchs, yet his achievements far surpass those of many famous...

The formation of England was a story of resilience and unity, forged in the face of adversity. Against the odds, a kingdom was formed from a divided island, with rival kingdoms and Viking hordes...

A murder in the frozen heart of medieval London sets off a chain of events that exposes a dark and ancient grudge. December 1377 brings a bitter cold to the city, but it's nothing compared to the...

The Greatest Policeman? A Biography of Capt Athelstan Popkess by Tom AndrewsThis biography makes a strong case for Captain Athelstan Popkess, Chief Constable of Nottingham City Police from 1930 to...

Sir John Cranston is invited to a banquet at the Regent's palace on the Thames, where he is challenged to solve a mysterious murder. The victim, found dead in the scarlet chamber of an Italian manor,...

A medieval mystery unfolds in the harsh winter of 1381, as a series of gruesome deaths are linked to the sacred Stone of Scone. Brother Athelstan, a friar-sleuth, must navigate a deadly maze of...

A murder close to home sets Brother Athelstan on his most perilous case yet. Three bodies have been found in his parish, two of them victims of a brutal assassin who was forced to kill them after...

Deadly secrets dwell behind closed doors in 14th-century England. In the summer of 1380, a French captain is murdered at Hawkmere Manor, a lonely and gloomy dwelling place known as the 'Devil's...

Autumn 1380 brings a new set of horrors to the streets of Southwark. A brutal murder at a local tavern sets off a chain of gruesome killings that will test the skills of a young monk determined to...

A gripping historical mystery set in medieval England. In December 1380, the body of Sir Robert Kilverby is discovered in a locked room, with a priceless bloodstone missing from his possession. As...

The House of Crows by P. C. Doherty is set in 1380, during a tumultuous time in English history. A brutal murder takes place, and Regent John of Gaunt needs money and supplies for his war against the...

London, January 1382. A royal treasure has been stolen from the most secure chamber in the kingdom, with tens of thousands of silver and gold coins missing. Six executioners have been brutally...

By Murder's Bright LightA scandalous mystery unfolds in 14th-century England when an English warship, the God's Bright Light, is attacked by French privateers. The disappearance of its entire watch...

The First King of England by Sarah Foot A groundbreaking biography that sheds new light on one of England's most pivotal figures. Æthelstan, who ruled from 924 to 939, left an indelible mark on the...

The Transformation of the Anglo Saxons into the Christian English By Athel John This book explores the pivotal transformation of the Anglo Saxons into the Christian English, spanning the periods 597...

The Great Revolt by Paul Doherty is a gripping medieval mystery that weaves together past and present crimes. In 1381, Brother Athelstan, a sleuthing monk, is tasked with solving the murder of his...

Brother Athelstan must navigate a complex web of murder and deceit in 1381 London. A brutal massacre at The Candle Flame tavern, in which nine people are brutally killed, sets off a chain of events...

A medieval mystery unfolds in 1381 London as Brother Athelstan investigates a series of gruesome killings. The ruthless killer, known as the Ignifer - Fire Bringer, targets those involved in the...

Wessex: A Captivating Guide to an Anglo-Saxon Kingdom of England and Its Rulers. The history of Wessex is one of transformation and resilience. For five hundred years, this kingdom endured despite...

This collection of four Middle English romances offers a fascinating glimpse into the Matter of Britain, with tales of action, adventure and love set in 13th to 14th century England.Featuring King...

Edgar Atheling's quest for his birthright has taken him from defeat to desperate gamble. Betrayed by those he trusted and forced into hiding, he now rallies the remnants of resistance against William...

Edgar Atheling, the last surviving heir to the English throne, is thrust into leadership at just thirteen years old. After his more experienced rival Harold Godwinson's death at the Battle of...

The year 1069 marks a turning point in English history as the Norman invaders seek to claim the land for themselves. Edgar Atheling, heir of Alfred the Great, must now unite the nation against this...

Edgar Atheling's quest for glory becomes an all-consuming force as he battles to reclaim his lost throne in 11th-century England. After surviving an attempt on his life, Edgar prepares to face the...