Medieval York is brought to life by Candace Robb in this suspense laden and spellbinding murder mystery. If you like Ellis Peters, S J Parris, Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell, you will love this!
''A superb medieval mystery, thoroughly grounded in historical fact'' -- Booklist
''A vivid portrait of 14th-century England which gives us a hero who is cunning and capable, whether navigating the Court of the open moors'' -- Time Out
''A complex and ambiguous tale... Robb continues to adeptly blend politics with period detail and three-dimensional characterisation'' -- Publishers Weekly
''An exceptional historical medieval murder mystery'' -- ***** Reader review
''A good yarn, well crafted and suitably complex'' -- ***** Reader review
''Candace Robb thorough research shows in this really gripping tale. I think Owen Archer is the best thing since sliced bread. Gorgeous!!!'' -- ***** Reader rev
