England, 1586. Treason threatens the very heart of the nation.England is awash with traitors plotting to assassinate Queen Elizabeth I and bring about a foreign invasion.Young physician Christoval Alvarez, a refugee from the horrors of the Portuguese Inquisition, is coerced into becoming a code-breaker and agent in Sir Francis Walsingham's secret service at the behest of the Crown.In the race to thwart the plot, who will triumph - the ruthless conspirators or the equally ruthless State?An enthralling historical mystery with an exceptional twist, perfect for fans of S. J. Parris, D. V. Bishop and C. J. Sansom.
| ISBN: | 9781804361092 |
| Publication date: | 27th June 2022 |
| Author: | Ann Swinfen |
| Publisher: | Canelo Digital Publishing Ltd |
| Format: | Ebook (Epub) |
| Pagination: | 352 pages |
| Series: | The Chronicles of Christoval Alvarez |
| Genres: |
Crime and Mystery Alternative history fiction Crime and mystery: private investigator / amateur detectives Historical crime and mysteries Crime and mystery: women sleuths Thriller and Suspense Espionage and spy thriller Political / Legal Thrillers Action Adventure Historical adventure fiction |