This is the second in a series but can be read as a stand alone. The back story is explained and reader can read on with enjoyment. The first book introduce us to Nicholas Shelby, a doctor and reluctant spy. He forms a relationship with Bianca Merton. Bianca is the owner of the Jackdaw tavern and an apocthecary .
Nicholas and Bianca find themselves involved in investigating the dubious practices of a doctor in Switzerland. This finds them caught up in a plot that threatens to overthrow the reign of Elizabeth herself. A plot of zealots and charlatans!
If you like historical fiction, particularly 16th century London, and like a tale that invokes the taste and smell of the Elizabethan age then this is the book dor you.
The book centres around a gripping and dramatic story line of espionage, murder and conspiracy - I was hooked to the final line and would highly recommend to any fellow historical crime readers. You will not regret it!
Nicholas and Bianca find themselves involved in investigating the dubious practices of a doctor in Switzerland. This finds them caught up in a plot that threatens to overthrow the reign of Elizabeth herself. A plot of zealots and charlatans!
If you like historical fiction, particularly 16th century London, and like a tale that invokes the taste and smell of the Elizabethan age then this is the book dor you.
The book centres around a gripping and dramatic story line of espionage, murder and conspiracy - I was hooked to the final line and would highly recommend to any fellow historical crime readers. You will not regret it!