Nichts ist heilig im Kampf um die Macht ... London, 1584. Giordano Bruno, der im Dienste von Königin Elisabeth steht, bemerkt, dass er auf Schritt und Tritt verfolgt wird. Zu seiner Überraschung ist es ausgerechnet Sophia – die junge Frau, die Giordano einst den Kopf verdrehte. Sie ist aus ihrer Heimatstadt Canterbury geflohen, weil sie des Mordes an ihrem Mann verdächtigt wird. Einzig Giordano kann ihr helfen, ihre Unschuld zu beweisen. Doch als er zu ermitteln beginnt, stößt er bei den Bewohnern Canterburys auf eine Mauer aus Misstrauen und unverhohlener Feindseligkeit. Und Giordano ahnt: Dahinter verbirgt sich ein brisantes Geheimnis …
»Atmosphärisch und fesselnd. Lesen Sie dieses Buch und fürchten Sie sich!« A. J. Finn Eigentlich erhofft sich Amerikanerin Zoe nach einem psychischen Zusammenbruch Abstand und Ruhe, doch bereits kurz nach ihrer Ankunft auf der kleinen schottischen Insel machen unheimliche Gerüchte die Runde. Denn in dem Haus, das Zoe den Sommer über gemietet hat, passieren seit dem mysteriösen Tod der Vorbesitzerin angeblich immer wieder unerklärliche Dinge. Und tatsächlich hört Zoe nachts eine singende Frau und wird von merkwürdigen Träumen heimgesucht – oder bildet sie sich etwa alles nur ein? Doch was ist mit den Möbeln, die morgens nicht mehr an ihrer Stelle stehen? Als ein heftiger Sturm aufzieht, muss Zoe sich schließlich ihren schlimmsten Ängsten stellen und gerät dabei in große Gefahr …
The No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling series, perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom
and The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel The new book in S. J. Parris's
bestselling, critically acclaimed series following Giordano Bruno, set at the
time of Queen Elizabeth I
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The new 2023 historical thriller in the court of the Holy Roman Emperor in the
The No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling series, perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom
and The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel
Summer, 1585. As English ships are held captive in Spain, fear mounts of an Invincible Armada, built by King Philip II, and intended to invade English shores. Sir Francis Drake prepares to embark on an expedition by royal commission to cross the Atlantic and seize major Spanish ports, diverting Philip's American treasure supplies to Queen Elizabeth. Giordano Bruno, radical philosopher and spy, accompanies his friend Sir Philip Sidney to Plymouth to oversee Drake's departure. Unbeknownst to Bruno, Sidney intends to join the mission - and he wants Bruno to go too. But when a ship captain is brutally murdered, and Drake's life threatened, it becomes clear that someone plans to destroy the expedition before it begins.
In the fifth installment of S. J. Parris's bestselling series, Giordano Bruno arrives in Paris in 1585, where King Henri III fears a coup from the Duke of Guise and his Catholic League. The city teeters on the brink of chaos, and Bruno is soon embroiled in a perilous mix of religious politics and court intrigue following the murder of his rival, Father Paul Lefèvre. As he navigates the treacherous landscape, he must contend with the ever-watchful Catherine de Medici and her cadre of spies. When another murder occurs within the Palace, Bruno discovers a conspiracy tied to a deadly secret that threatens both the royal houses of France and England. He must race against time to uncover the truth or risk being silenced forever. The narrative is filled with vibrant characters and fast-paced plots, creating a world where a single misstep in religion or politics could lead to a grisly fate. Critics have praised the series for its thrilling blend of history and suspense, describing it as impossible to resist, with intricate twists and a vivid portrayal of the period, making it a captivating read for fans of historical thrillers.
Summer, 1584. Sir Francis Walsingham, spymaster to Queen Elizabeth, has long suspected an undercurrent of Catholic resistance in the city that was once England's greatest centre of pilgrimage. He calls Giordano Bruno, his maverick secret agent, away from his post at the French Embassy to investigate. But when Bruno arrives in Canterbury, he has no idea of the dark secrets he's about to uncover.
A short story featuring Giordano Bruno: heretic, philosopher and spy. Perfect for fans of C.J. Sansom. Even the dead have a story to tell...Naples, 1566. During a sweltering summer, eighteen-year-old Giordano Bruno takes his final vows at San Domenico Maggiore and is admitted to the Dominican Order - despite doubts over his tendency to ask difficult questions. Assisting in the infirmary, Bruno witnesses an illicit autopsy performed on the body of a young woman. Her corpse reveals a dark secret, and Bruno suspects that hers may not have been an accidental death. His investigation leads him to a powerful figure who wants to keep the truth buried - and Bruno is forced to make a choice between his future in the Order, and justice for an innocent victim and her grieving family...
Autumn, 1583. It's the year of the Great Conjunction: an astrological phenomenon believed to herald the death of one age and the dawn of another. England's tentative peace is under threat and prophecies foretell the death of Queen Elizabeth and, with her, the end of the Protestant religion. When one of the queen's young maids of honour is found murdered inside the palace walls - astrological symbols carved into her flesh and clutching a sinister witch's doll - Elizabeth refuses to believe the killer could be someone within her own court. In the meantime, Giordano Bruno, now secretly working for Elizabeth's spymaster Francis Walsingham at the French Embassy, is closely monitoring a Catholic conspiracy funded by King Philip of Spain and a cousin of Mary Stuart. But his position is growing increasingly tenuous; though the ambassador trusts him, his presence has been noted by Lord Henry Howard, a devout Catholic who publicly opposes anyone associated with magic or esoteric knowledge. Bruno has cause to believe there's a connection between the murdered girl and the conspirators at the embassy. But when a second maid of honour is killed in the same way, he realizes that the killer may be watching him too. Determined to prove his worth to Elizabeth, Bruno must play a dangerous game: can he allow the plot to progress far enough to hand the queen the proof of conspiracy she needs, without putting her, England or his own life in danger?
Ewig sollst du leiden für deine Sünden. Giordano Bruno, als Ketzer auf der Flucht durch halb Europa, gerät in die erbarmungslosen Auseinandersetzungen zwischen englischer Staatsmacht und zu allem entschlossenen papsttreuen Fanatikern. Auf der Flucht vor der Inquisition kommt Giordano Bruno nach Oxford. An seinem ersten Morgen im Lincoln College wird er von einem wild bellenden Hund und den entsetzlichen Schmerzensschreien eines Mannes geweckt. Das Tier wurde auf das Opfer gehetzt, doch der Rektor schweigt. Als ein weiterer Geistlicher, der dem katholischen Glauben abgeschworen hatte, brutal ermordet wird, fürchtet Bruno, dass er der Nächste sein könnte, denn der Mörder scheint es auf Glaubensverräter abgesehen zu haben. Holt Bruno die Vergangenheit, vor der er geflohen ist, wieder ein? Und welche Rolle spielt dabei die geheimnisvolle Tochter des Rektors, die sich verdächtig für Alchemie interessiert und für die der Mönch verbotene Gefühle hegt? Der streitbare Freigeist Giordano Bruno begibt sich auf den gefährlichen schmalen Grat zwischen Glauben und Ketzerei.
Set against a festive backdrop, this historical crime novella offers a captivating blend of mystery and holiday spirit. Crafted by a bestselling author, it promises an engaging plot that will keep readers intrigued during the Christmas season. The story combines elements of suspense with rich historical details, making it an ideal companion for cozy reading during the holidays.
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