The Nightingale Gallery

By Paul Doherty

Book Overview

In the 14th century, when the prince and king die from disease, a terrible power struggle threatens the very core of Britain.

In 1376, the Black Prince dies of a terrible sickness, closely followed by his father, King Edward III, in 1377. Nobles and Merchant Princes gather like wolves around the empty throne, and one of them, Sir Thomas Springall, is murdered within a few days of the old king's death. Sir John Cranston, the coroner of London, is ordered to investigate. He is assisted by Brother Athelstan, a Dominican monk. Soon enough, they are drawn into a dark and terrifying web of intrigue.

The first in a scintillating historical mystery series, perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom and S. J. Parris.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1667202308
• ISBN13: 9781667202303
• Release Date: October 2022
• Publisher: Canelo Us
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 4.3" x 7.0"

Customer Reviews

Paul Doherty fan!

I love anything Paul Doherty writes! I love his Hugh Corbett series, Athelstan.....his research into the history he writes about is phenomenal. When I read his stories I feel as though I'm right there in the middle of that century and can smell the smells and see the sights. His books are the only ones I keep! They are my treasures!

Too much padding

I like the characters and the plot, but the book is full of disgusting descriptions repeated over and over. You know, once is plenty. Perhaps the book wasn't quite long enough and the only thing Doherty could think of to lengthen it was to pad it with verbal pictures of the revolting environment. Granted, these descriptions are true, but enough already! Given that this is the first book I've read in is series, I doubt I'll read another.