The Green Dress (True Colors #6)
10.0
Rate It
Book
Fiction Based on Strange, But True, History True, riveting stories of American criminal activity...
Christian True Crime American Stories Historical Fiction
ClareR (6238 KP) rated Traitor in the Ice in Books
May 27, 2026
These Daniel Pursglove books are on my list of “Series I didn’t want to read and now I’m addicted to”, and they all seem to be historical fiction mysteries. Because, y’know, I don’t like mysteries either.
So! Daniel Pursglove is a spy in the early 1600’s and here he is, embroiled in the religious goings-on of the Montagues - a family who are rumoured to shelter Catholics. King James isn’t happy.
There are loads of secrets, spooky occurrences, a murder or two and plenty of suspense. It seems very historically accurate to me: it’s winter, and everything is cold, dark and difficult to live in!
This is a series I’ll be continuing with, there are another two books so far, so that should illustrate how good they are. He’s a very likeable main character, and he’s clearly being pressurised into being a spy.
Recommended!
Edge of The Grave
8.0
Rate It
Book
Winner of The Bloody Scotland Crime Debut of the Year Shortlisted for the McIlvanney Prize for...
Historical fiction Suspense Scotland
The Summoner’s Sins (Sandal Castle Medieval Thrillers #3)
8.0
Rate It
Book
An absorbing historical thriller full of suspense! Perfect for fans of S D Sykes, E. M. Powell,...
Historical fiction Medieval England Edward II
Among the Red Stars
10.0
Rate It
Book
A suspenseful historical YA debut inspired by the true story of an all-female bomber unit in Russia...
war military Russia WWII YA young adult
A Venomous Love (The Bloodstone #3)
Book
The killer whispered-“A pretty damsel...worth a pretty risk." A veteran, Detective Rudyard...
Historical Suspense
The Forest Lover
Book
In her acclaimed novels, Susan Vreeland has given us portraits of painting and life that are as...
The Colour of Murder
10.0
Rate It
Book
WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY MARTIN EDWARDS 'One of our most ingenious and stylish home-grown crime...
Fiction Historical Mystery Thriller
What Remains
Book
What Remains is a haunting dual-timeline mystery that bridges centuries-and secrets-between ancient...
Historical Fiction Dual Timeline Time Slip Fiction Historical Thriller Forensic Fiction Ancient Rome
Lindsay (1812 KP) rated Bound Across Time (Bound #1) in Books
Jun 16, 2024
Bound Across Time offers a unique perspective, blending historical fiction with elements of time travel or 'time slipping '. The narrative is enriched by a female main character, a rarity in this genre. Alongside her, a male main character adds depth to the story. The book initially presents itself as a blend of paranormal romance and historical fiction, a combination that it delivers on.
Though most of the story action takes place in the castle and its grounds, I do like that the author included a bit of witchcraft and soulers. Though the pace of the book at the beginning is a bit slow, it does pick up and get a bit more interesting when things start to happen without FMC and our MMC meeting each other.
Bound Across Time weaves a tantalizing mystery into its narrative, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat. The FMC's initial ignorance of her family history adds a layer of intrigue, and as the story unfolds, her research on a young man who is a ghost leads to unexpected and fascinating revelations. This element of suspense is a major draw for readers interested in historical fiction with a paranormal twist.
CeCe wants to go to Wales to use her history degree. What she finds is different from what she expected. The plot is really good. However, I was unsure if CeCe found out who she was in the plot. But it was good nonetheless. Mixing in love and witchcraft and a little magic was really good. I enjoyed it and will read more about it. The ending has me wanting more. I would have liked to hear more about CeCe and her lover.
This book may be your ally if you're a fan of witchcraft and historical fiction with a paranormal romance. I was craving to find out more about CeCe and what happened at the end. I wanted more, and there is a bit of explicit sex in this book, but nothing to offend anyone. Does CeCe and her lover have sons or not, or does CeCe have a big family? You will need to find out by reading.