Sword of Shadows - (Crispin Guest Mystery) by Jeri Westerson (Hardcover)

About the Book

London, 1396. Crispin Guest, Tracker of London, crosses paths with Carantok Teague, a Cornish treasure hunter. Carantok has a map he is convinced will lead him to the sword of Excalibur, and he wants Crispin to help him find it. But when a body is discovered, Crispin's search for treasure suddenly turns into a hunt for a dangerous killer.

Book Synopsis

A quest to find the ancient sword Excalibur quickly turns into a hunt for a determined killer for Crispin Guest.

London, 1396. A trip to the swordsmith shop for Crispin Guest, Tracker of London, and his apprentice Jack Tucker takes an unexpected turn when Crispin crosses paths with Carantok Teague, a Cornish treasure hunter. Carantok has a map he is convinced will lead him to the sword of Excalibur - a magnificent relic dating back to King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table - and he wants Crispin to help him find it.

Travelling to Tintagel Castle in Cornwall with Carantok and Jack, Crispin is soon reunited with an old flame as he attempts to locate the legendary sword. But does Excalibur really exist, or is he on an impossible quest? When a body is discovered, Crispin's search for treasure suddenly turns into a hunt for a dangerous killer.

Review Quotes

"History, mythology, and mystery mix in a rollicking adventure that offers a fresh perspective on the famous Arthurian legend"-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"This latest in the always enjoyable, crisply written series delivers an agreeable mix of adventure and atmosphere"-- "Booklist"

About the Author

Jeri Westerson was born and raised in Los Angeles. As well as twelve previous Crispin Guest medieval mysteries, she is the author of a paranormal urban fantasy series and several historical novels. Her books have been nominated for the Shamus, the Macavity and the Agatha awards.