The Winter King - (Hawkenlye Mystery) by Alys Clare (Paperback)

About the Book

All Saint's Eve, 1211. An overweight but wealthy nobleman, desperate for an heir, dies at a celebration feast. The death seems natural, but healer Sabin is beset by doubts. There is only one person Sabin can turn to for help: fellow healer Meggie, daughter of Sir Josse d'Acquin. But what she requires of her is dangerous indeed . . .

Book Synopsis

All Saint's Eve, 1211. An overweight but wealthy nobleman, desperate for an heir, dies at a celebration feast. The death seems natural, but healer Sabin is beset by doubts. There is only one person Sabin can turn to for help: fellow healer Meggie, daughter of Sir Josse d'Acquin. But what she requires of her is dangerous indeed . . .

Review Quotes

"The ninth in the Hawkenlye series continues the saga with the mixture as before: historical facts, colorful characters, a touch of mysticism and a soupcon of mystery"-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"Convincing depiction of King John's England"-- "Publishers Weekly"

"Outstanding period detail, an intriguing plot, engaging characters and suspenseful twists make for an excellent read."-- "Booklist"

About the Author

Alys Clare lives in the English countryside, where her novels are set. She went to school in Tonbridge and later studied archaeology at the University of Kent.