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Bezig met laden... The King's Returndoor Andrew Swanston
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The king's coronation brings hope. Until a murderer strikes. Spring 1661: After years of civil war followed by Oliver Cromwell's joyless rule as Lord Protector, England awaits the coronation of King Charles II. The mood in London is one of relief and hope for a better future. But when two respectable gentlemen are found in a foul lane with their throats cut, it becomes apparent that England's enemies are using the newly re-established post office for their own ends. There are traitors at work and plans to overthrow the king. Another war is possible. Thomas Hill, in London visiting friends, is approached by the king's security advisor and asked to take charge of deciphering coded letters intercepted by the post office. As the body count rises and the killer starts preying on women, the action draws closer to Thomas - and his loved ones. He finds himself dragged into the hunt for the traitors and the murderer, but will he find them before it's too late? Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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Three men have been slain in suspicious circumstances. The methods are different but two are linked by connections to the Post Office and its work in intercepting communications. There is concern that both the Dutch and the French are looking for an opportunity to invade England. Added to this Hill is developing a relationship with an independent young woman and he does not know where that is leading.
I hadn't seen the first two books in the series so I came to this cold about characters and back-story, that is often a problem with joining a series mid-way. In this case the book stands up well on its own. There are references to previous escapades but these are always given a quick explanation and are not intrinsic to the tale. It's an enjoyable story which moves along at a good pace and the bits about cryptography are very interesting. ( )