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Dragon's Lair

Series: The Queen's Man
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Dragon's Lair by Sharon Penman is a gripping historical fiction novel set in medieval England, where the young and astute detective Justin de Quincey finds himself unraveling a mystery involving the theft of the English treasury. Tasked by Queen Eleanor, he navigates a complex web of intrigue and deception, all while attempting to safeguard the interests of the monarchy. This novel brilliantly combines historical accuracy with an engaging narrative, making it a captivating read.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by medieval mysteries and love diving into a richly detailed historical setting with intriguing conspiracies. The story combines a gripping plot with a blend of real and fictional characters, offering a captivating glimpse into a turbulent era.

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Dragon's Lair

Third of four historical crime novels from the bestselling author of LIONHEART, set in and around the court of Eleanor of Aquitaine.

Third of four historical crime novels from the bestselling author of LIONHEART, set in and around the court of Eleanor of Aquitaine.

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July, AD 1193: A king's ransom is missing...

Richard the Lionheart, captured on his way home from the crusades, rots in an Austrian dungeon. Now England must raise a king's ransom. While his mother, Eleanor of Aquitaine, ransacks the land for gold to buy his freedom, Richard's younger brother, John, plots with King Philippe of France, England's bitterest foe, to ensure his brother dies in chains.

When one of the ransom payments vanishes in the fastnesses of Wales, Eleanor sends her agent, Justin de Quincy, to recover it. Thrust into a maelstrom of intrigue, if not outright rebellion, De Quincy's devotion will be supremely tested. For the queen's treasure is elusive, and danger is everywhere...

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Dragon's Lair by Sharon Penman is lauded for its energetic and skilfully crafted plot. Readers are captivated by the charming protagonist, Justin, with a storyline that’s both lively and full of surprises. The book impressively combines authentic historical details with engaging characters, making it a delightful read for fans of mystery and historical fiction alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784974176

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 March 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Head of Zeus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Sharon Kay Penman is the author of eight critically acclaimed historical novels: The Sunne in Splendour, Here be Dragons, Falls the Shadow, The Reckoning, When Christ and his Saints Slept, Time and Chance, Devil's Brood and Lionheart.

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