A Choir of Crows by Candace Robb (English) Paperback Book

Description: A Choir of Crows by Candace Robb December, 1374. With the great and the good about to descend on York for the enthronement of Alexander Neville as the new archbishop, the city is in a state of high alert. When two bodies are discovered in the grounds of York Minster, Owen Archer is summoned to investigate. But before he can make headway, a third body is fished out of the river ... FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description When two bodies are discovered in the grounds of York Minster shortly before the enthronement of the new archbishop, Owen Archer is summoned to investigate.December, 1374. With the great and the good about to descend on York for the enthronement of Alexander Neville as the new archbishop, the city authorities are in a state of high alert. When two bodies are discovered in the grounds of York Minster, and a flaxen-haired youth with the voice of an angel is found locked in the chapter house, Owen Archer, captain of the city bailiffs, is summoned to investigate.Tension deepens when an enigmatic figure from Owens past arrives in the city. Why has he returned from France after all these years - and what is his connection with the bodies in the minster yard and the fair singer?Before Owen can make headway in the investigation, a third body is fished out of the river - and the captain finds himself with three mysterious deaths to solve before the all-powerful Neville family arrives in York. Flap December, 1374. With the great and the good about to descend on York for the enthronement of Alexander Neville as the new archbishop, the city authorities are in a state of high alert. When two bodies are discovered in the grounds of York Minster, and a flaxen-haired youth with the voice of an angel is found locked in the chapter house, Owen Archer, captain of the city bailiffs, is summoned to investigate.Tension deepens when an enigmatic figure from Owens past arrives in the city. Why has he returned from France after all these years - and what is his connection with the bodies in the minster yard and the fair singer?Before Owen can make headway in the investigation, a third body is fished out of the river - and the captain finds himself with three mysterious deaths to solve before the all-powerful Neville family arrives in York."A m Author Biography Candace Robb has read and researched medieval history for many years, having studied for a Ph.D. in Medieval & Anglo-Saxon Literature. She divides her time between Seattle and the UK, frequently visiting York to research the series. She is the author of eleven previous Owen Archer mysteries and three Kate Clifford medieval mysteries. Review Robb once again effectively blends crime with the politics of 14th-century England * Publishers Weekly *A mélange of medieval political plotting and returning characters sure to please fans of historical mysteries * Kirkus Reviews *A multitude of new and old supporting characters round out the delightful cast and contribute to the twists and turns of the compelling plot * Booklist on A Company of Wolves *History and mystery combine in a fine, complex tale of love and hate * Kirkus Reviews on A Conspiracy of Wolves *Recommended for fans of historical writers such as C.J. Sansom, Ellis Peters, and Sharon Kay Penman * Library Journal on A Conspiracy of Wolves *Robb effortlessly integrates the eras intrigues into a whodunit framework and peoples the plot with a wide array of characters readers will come to care about * Publishers Weekly on A Murdered Peace *Lovers of Shakespeares Richard II will find Robbs intricate sequel a particular treat ... Highly satisfying * Publishers Weekly on A Twisted Vengeance * Promotional A gripping medieval mystery set in late fourteenth century York. Review Text "Robb once again effectively blends crime with the politics of 14th century England" Review Quote "A m Promotional "Headline" A gripping medieval mystery set in late fourteenth century York. Details ISBN1780297246 Author Candace Robb Pages 288 Year 2021 ISBN-10 1780297246 ISBN-13 9781780297248 Language English Format Paperback DEWEY 823.92 Series Number 12 Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom Publication Date 2021-04-29 UK Release Date 2021-04-29 Imprint Severn House AU Release Date 2021-04-29 NZ Release Date 2021-04-29 Illustrations No Publisher Canongate Books Edition Description Main Series An Owen Archer mystery Alternative 9781780291260 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131681356;

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