Download or read book Marbeck and the Double Dealer written by John Pilkington and published by Severn House/ORIM. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Elizabethan spy chases a double agent across Europe in this historical mystery series debut—“Think James Bond for the 17th-century crowd” (Library Journal). At the dawn of the seventeenth century, England continues to be entangled in wars with Spain and Ireland for many years. The country crackles with unease in the waning years of Queen Elizabeth’s reign, and intelligencer Martin Marbeck has just received a vital message from his spymaster, Sir Robert Cecil: the existence of a spy has been discovered, a double agent code named Morera. A master of disguise and fluent in the argot of secrets and lies, Marbeck must uncover the true identity of this traitor quickly, while evading dangerous Spanish spies, before rumors of the young King Philip III forming a new Armada prove themselves to be true. “A gripping, entertaining page-turner.” —Booklist, starred review “[Pilkington’s] Tudor-era spy novel oozes intrigue and dramatically captures the unsettled mood of the times.” —Library Journal “Pilkington introduces an intriguing new hero in the dashing Marbeck in an eventful tale packed with the usual Elizabethan minutiae.” —Kirkus Reviews

Download or read book Marbeck and the King in Waiting written by John Pilkington and published by Severn House/ORIM. This book was released on 2013-11-01 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A 17th-century British royal spy uncovers a nefarious plot brewing in Oxford in this “fine series [of] derring-do and historical interest” (Kirkus Reviews). Spring, 1603: As Queen Elizabeth lay dying, England waits anxiously to know its future. The Virgin Queen hasn’t named an heir, refusing even to speak. Her cousin James, King of Scotland, is assumed to be her successor, but will the transition be peaceful? Sir Robert Cecil, Secretary of State, fears insurrection and has brought troops to the capital. But from where might the danger come—overseas, or from malcontents closer to home? Meanwhile, intelligencer Martin Marbeck finds himself wrongly suspected of corruption and frozen out of Cecil’s inner circle. When a Lady acquaintance asks him to check on her son in Oxford, Marbeck is happy for any excuse to leave London. It seems the young man has joined a fanatical Puritan sect, but his involvement is far more serious—and dangerous—than anyone had imagined. Suddenly, Marbeck finds himself confronting multiple plots that threaten not only the peace of the nation but the very fabric of England itself . . . “The fast-moving plot is never dull, making the prospect of more Marbeck welcome.” —Publishers Weekly “If further novels are as good as this one, the series could have a long run.” —Booklist

Download or read book Marbeck and the Privateers written by John Pilkington and published by Severn House/ORIM. This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As King James I takes the throne of England, pirates take the seas, and a British royal spy uncovers their swashbuckling plot in this 17th-century mystery. Summer, 1604: England is on edge as a high-powered Spanish delegation arrives in London to start vital and long-awaited treaty talks. King James, a year into his reign, wants to be seen as the Peacemaker King, bringing an end to nearly twenty years of warfare with Spain which has left both countries exhausted and almost bankrupt. Yet there are some who profit from the war—and they cannot be allowed to threaten the peace negotiations. British intelligencer Martin Marbeck, working under a new spymaster, is charged with protecting the Spanish delegation. But even Marbeck hasn’t foreseen that the task will pit him against corsairs of the high seas, double agents, and corrupt noblemen who will stop at nothing to wreck the treaty. Suddenly Marbeck’s peacekeeping mission is his most deadly assignment yet. “The third entry in the early 17th-century spy series once again succeeds in exploring complicated times. Perfect for readers who delight in political intrigue and secret agent shenanigans no matter what time period.” —Library Journal

Download or read book The Faithful Dead written by Alys Clare and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2003-06-23 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An elderly pilgrim dies in Hawkenlye Vale. Nothing suspicious about that: he was gravely ill when he arrived. Meanwhile Josse d'Acquin has a visit from Prince John. Accompanied by his seer, the Prince urgently seeks news of a stranger, Galbertius Sidonius. Hurrying to Hawkenlye Abbey to enlist the Abbess Helewise's help, Josse finds that she has a problem of her own: a decomposing body has been discovered. Naked, and killed by an expert hand. Josse's brother, Yves, arrives; a visitor at Acquin has been asking for the brothers' father, Geoffroi, who went to Outremer with King Louis and Queen Eleanor. Josse, Yves and the Abbess are hurled into a mystery whose roots stretch back much further than the Second Crusade. And, watching them with his strange dark eyes, is the enigmatic figure of the Prince's Magister...

Download or read book Marbeck and the Gunpowder Plot written by John Pilkington and published by Severn House Publishers Ltd. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elizabethan spymaster Martin Marbeck uncovers a deadly conspiracy against the King of England in this acclaimed historical series. 1605. With the new King James on the throne, England is still fiercely divided between Catholic and Protestant. Ordered to keep watch on well-known Papist Thomas Percy, cousin of the Earl of Northumberland, Marbeck’s assignment takes on a greater urgency when rumours reach him of a terrible danger aimed at the King. But with no idea where this threat comes from, and his spymaster’s refusal to take it seriously, Marbeck is at a loss. And his efforts to concentrate on affairs of state are complicated by affairs of the heart in the elegant form of Charlotte de Baume. By the time he uncovers the terrifying truth, Marbeck has only days to expose the conspirators. The safety of the realm is at stake . . . but so is Marbeck’s own, and he must draw on every scrap of his courage, his sharp wits, and his plain stubbornness to prevent a catastrophe. “Satisfying and twisty conclusion.” —Publishers Weekly “Pilkington does a masterful job.” —Booklist

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Download or read book The Jingler s Luck written by John Pilkington and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas the Falconer arrives in frost-bound London on a sensitive mission: to persuade his master Sir Robert to give up his foolish infatuation with a notorious Lady of the Court. But the Lady Imogen's intrigues are more sinister than even Thomas imagines - and soon he is caught up in a bizarre spiral of events.

Download or read book The Witching Pool written by John Pilkington and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-06 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Away from the corruption of London and no longer a Justice, but that doesn't stop Belstrang uncovering dark deeds in this Jacobean thriller. A joy from mysterious beginnings to a satisfying conclusion by a master storyteller.' Paul Walker England, 1617 Susanna Cobbett, teenage daughter of a powerful Worcester landowner, is found dead in a gloomy woodland pond which has an evil reputation as the Witching Pool. The girl is said to have drowned herself, driven to madness by a local widow named Agnes Mason, who is arrested on a charge of witchcraft. If found guilty, she will hang at the next Assizes. But Justice Belstrang, shrewd ex-magistrate and sceptic, does not believe a word of it. And when Agnes's family beg him to help, he finds himself caught up in an ever-darkening mystery. Another death follows: that of Susanna's lover, a young shepherd. He too is reported to have drowned himself at the Witching Pool, unable to face life without his beloved. But from local woodsman Ned Berritt, Belstrang learns there's more to it - and when Berritt too is found dead soon after, he becomes even more determined to uncover the truth. The mystery grows murkier, however, as Belstrang is pitted against his old rival Justice Standish. But Belstrang's stubbornness and passion for justice drives him on. With the help of his friend and fellow-sceptic Doctor Boyd, he unravels the terrible crimes that have lain hidden behind the doors of the great manor of Ebbfield. Belstrang must confront and apprehend his suspect - and risk his own life in the attempt. Recommended for fans of Andrew Taylor, CJ Sansom and SJ Parris. John Pilkington was born in Preston, into one of the oldest Lancashire families. He writes historical fiction as well as drama which has been adapted for radio, theatre and tv. He is the author of the Thomas the Falconer Mystery series. Praise for John Pilkington: 'This tale of mysterious tragedy and sinister secrets casts its spell right from the start. And in Justice Belstrang, John Pilkington has created a wonderfully humane, and all-too human, central character. The writing is impeccable, the period evocation assured - fans of historical crime fiction are in for a treat.' Roger Morris 'In The Witching Pool, John Pilkington once again puts us in the amiable company of retired Jacobean Justice, Robert Belstrang, familiar from his earlier historical thriller Legacy. In this adventure, Belstrang forsakes the mean streets of London in the aftermath of the Gunpowder Plot, for the rural byways of Worcestershire nearer home. But instead of treason, he finds himself confronted with murder, witchcraft, unmentionable crimes and a quest for legendary gold. Breath-takingly tense and gripping. Simply impossible to put down.' Peter Tonkin 'A sturdy and entertaining historical for fans of Elizabethan mysteries.' Library Journal 'Pilkington's third Thomas the Falconer historical offers a real treat... This tale gives an authentic sense of Elizabethan life's visceral side with all its lawlessness and brutality, including a climactic battle.' Publishers Weekly 'The story moves at a great pace... it made a welcome change to discover Elizabethan England through the eyes of a lesser mortal.' The Historical Novels Review 'A spellbinding journey through the stinking slums and glittering palaces of Jacobean England.' Steven Veerapen

Download or read book Legacy written by John Pilkington and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-19 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'John Pilkington's dazzling Jacobean mystery is gripping from intriguing beginning to enthralling climax. Brilliantly drawn characters jostle in the streets of 17th century London - in the still toxic aftermath of the Gunpowder Plot. Every detail from the language to the action rings true and Justice Belstrang, the hero of the tale, is a vividly drawn and fascinating companion.' Peter Tonkin, author of A Verse To Murder England 1616 Robert Belstrang, ex-magistrate bored with country life, comes to London to investigate the strange disappearance of Thomas Jessop, son of a poor Catholic neighbour. He locates the youth in Bedlam asylum, silent and starving himself. When he tries to free Jessop, he is warned off the case by a politic lawyer, Anstis. Soon after, Belstrang finds himself drugged, robbed and falsely imprisoned. Once released Belstrang persists in his investigation, but he is thwarted at every turn: unseen forces are at work who seemingly want Thomas Jessop to die. When Belstrang confronts Anstis, even he turns up dead. The trail grows murkier by the hour, drawing Belstrang into the fear-ridden Catholic underworld - until he uncovers a plan with its roots in the Gunpowder Plot of more than a decade ago. Young Thomas, an embittered papist, was being used in a desperate scheme to mark the anniversary of the Plot. The scheme failed - and now the conspirators seem eager to cover up the whole business. But Belstrang's a stubborn man. With the help of ex-soldier Daniel Oldrigg, he sticks doggedly to his purpose - and stumbles on the real causes of the Anniversary Plot, which stem from the very heart of a corrupt government. Belstrang must uncover the truth, or die trying. 'A page-turning crime novel from a master of the genre and period.' Richard Foreman 'A spellbinding journey through the stinking slums and glittering palaces of Jacobean England.' Steven Veerapen John Pilkington was born in Preston, into one of the oldest Lancashire families. He writes historical fiction as well as drama which has been adapted for radio, theatre and tv. He is the author of the Thomas the Falconer Mystery series. Praise for John Pilkington: 'A sturdy and entertaining historical for fans of Elizabethan mysteries.' Library Journal 'Pilkington's third Thomas the Falconer historical offers a real treat... This tale gives an authentic sense of Elizabethan life's visceral side with all its lawlessness and brutality, including a climactic battle.' Publishers Weekly 'The story moves at a great pace... it made a welcome change to discover Elizabethan England through the eyes of a lesser mortal.' The Historical Novels Review

Download or read book Combatting Burnout written by Adam Staten and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This timely aid, filled with 'down to earth' advice, provides invaluable guidance on avoiding burnout and on how to combat it should it occur. The book offers innovative ways to change working practices, shares advice on building protective mechanisms into daily working life and explores the diverse array of career options that are available to doctors. Key features: The first practical guide to help medical students and junior doctors identify, combat and avoid burnout Recognises and describes the impact that burnout has on the ability of doctors to work safely and of students to study effectively, and the impact burnout has on the wider healthcare system Discusses the factors that affect resilience and how this can be nurtured, and where help can be found for those who feel they are experiencing burnout Enhanced by 'real life' examples throughout Addressing the growing body of evidence that highlights burnout as an increasing problem among medical students and junior doctors worldwide, with a lasting impact on those directly affected, on the wider workforce and entire healthcare systems, this book will enable readers to identify and address problems quickly and see how they can build careers that are personally satisfying.

Download or read book Marbeck and the Gunpowder Plot written by John Pilkington and published by Severn House Large Print. This book was released on 2016-02 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1605. With the new King James on the throne, England is still fiercely divided between Catholic and Protestant. Ordered to keep watch on well-known Papist Thomas Percy, cousin of the Earl of Northumberland, Marbeck's assignment takes on a greater urgency when rumours reach him of a terrible danger aimed at the King. But with no idea where this threat comes from, and his spymaster's refusal to take it seriously, Marbeck is at a loss. And his efforts to concentrate on affairs of state are complicated by affairs of the heart in the.

Download or read book The Salisbury Manuscript written by Philip Gooden and published by Soho Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Victorian mystery set in the mystical Salisbury Plain.

Download or read book A Sociolinguistic History of Early Identities in Singapore written by Phyllis Ghim-Lian Chew and published by Springer. This book was released on 2012-11-29 with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What role does race, geography, religion, orthography and nationalism play in the crafting of identities? What are the origins of Singlish? This book offers a thorough investigation of old and new identities in Asia's most global city, examined through the lens of language.

Download or read book The Muscovy Chain written by John Pilkington and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Thomas the Falconer Mystery - 1596. Sir Robert Vicary is to host an important guest, Grigori Stanic, the ambassador of distant Muscovy, and Thomas the Falconer is called on to entertain the Russian party. The ambassador is to make a magnificent gift to Boris Godunov, brother-in-law to the feeble Tsar Feodor: a priceless gold chain. But no sooner has it arrived than it is stolen. So begins Thomas hunt for the Muscovy Chain . .

Download or read book Royal Blood written by David Field and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-20 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A HWA Short Story Collection - Book Three 'The drama, intrigue, and clashing contrasts of Tudor times brought vividly to life.' Imogen Robertson Immerse yourself in the Tudor period through a diverse collection of informed and entertaining short stories narratives. Read about some of your favourite characters from established series, or be introduced to new writers in the genre. The stories in Royal Blood bring the Tudor era richly to life, presenting suspense, rivalry, espionage and historical drama. This stunning new collection, brought to you by the Historical Writers' Association, also includes interviews with each author. Find out more about their writing processes and what attracts them to the Tudor world. Royal Blood is a must read for all fans of historical fiction. Authors & Stories Featured in Royal Blood Judith Arnopp - 'No Other Will Than His' Katherine Howard David Field - One for the Road EC Fremantle - The Sum of Me Philip Gooden - Exit Ghost Michael Jecks - The Earl's Purse John Pilkington - A False Hawksman Peter Tonkin - A Palpable Hit Steven Veerapen - Lantern and Light Michael Ward - The North-East Passage

Download or read book Untrue Till Death written by Graham Brack and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After successfully solving the case of the missing girls in Delft, Master Mercurius has made a name for himself as a private investigator. With unrest occurring both nationally and internationally, William of Orange is obsessed by plots against his leadership. He calls on Mercurius to help spy on state officials. But before Mercurius has a chance to investigate, his colleague at the University of Leiden is killed. And when one of William’s men is also murdered, Mercurius suspects there could be a serial killer on the loose...

Download or read book The Ramage Hawk written by John Pilkington and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas the Falconer is loaned by his master to Sir Giles Buckridge. He is to train a young, half-wild falcon and to teach Sir Giles's three daughters the arts of falconry. Then the eldest daughter vanishes and the search for the missing girl turns into a dangerous game.