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Martyr
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6.0 (2 Ratings)
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Martyr ( John Shakespeare book 1)
By Rory Clements
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This ingenious debut introduces John Shakespeare, Elizabethan England's most remarkable investigator, in a tale of conspiracy and murder that succeeds brilliantly as both historical fiction and crime thriller.

This is one of my favourite eras to read! I really enjoyed this book it was full of murder and intrigue in a very dark time especially if you were religious and on the wrong side. It’s definitely a book I recommend if you like historical fiction. It has some very interesting characters along the way.
  
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Nov 4, 2025  
🕰️ Two time-travelling sleuths race through 1895 Paris to uncover a killer stalking the dazzling world of art and dance.

Step back in time—and across it—with Murder at the Moulin Rouge (The Blackwell & Watson Time-Travel Mysteries #5) by Carol Pouliot. 🎨💃

A captivating blend of traditional police procedural and time-travel mystery, this one’s perfect for fans of historical intrigue and clever twists.

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ClareR (5996 KP) rated Blood on the Stone in Books

Apr 26, 2019 (Updated Apr 26, 2019)  
Blood on the Stone
Blood on the Stone
Jake Lynch | 2019 | Fiction & Poetry, History & Politics, Mystery
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
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A well-researched, exciting historical murder-mystery.
This is a very enjoyable murder mystery, set in 17th century Oxford. The English Parliament is being hosted by Oxford, with King Charles II, his wife and mistresses also present (although we don’t really see them)
Luke Sandys, Chief Officer of the Bailiffs, is called on to solve the murder of an MP (Member of Parliament), and also to stop a treasonous plot against the King.
The Bailiffs were an early precursor of the modern police force from what I could make out. There’s some great historical detail about them, about everyday lives at this time, and about religious and political tensions between Protestants and catholics. It’s just a really good story overall!
There is a historical note at the end of the story that was very interesting, and I really appreciated the extra information.
In all, a well researched and exciting story!
Many thanks to The Pigeonhole and the author, Jake Lynch, for reading along!
  
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Murder at Redwood Cove
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
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Kelly Jackson has flown into a small town in Mendocino County to run a bed and breakfast for her boss. The previous manager fell to his death off a cliff, and Kelly quickly begins to wonder if it was murder. As strange events start happening, Kelly is certain of her conclusion. But can she prove it before something else bad happens?

The book doesn’t waste much time debating whether a murder happened or not, instead spending time on Kelly trying to prove it. There’s plenty to keep you reading to find out exactly what is going on. The characters are super strong, and I fell in love with them. The suspects were a tad weak, but that’s a minor complaint. The writing needed a bit more polish near the beginning, but again, that’s a minor complaint.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/09/book-review-murder-at-redwood-cove-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.