Sympathique policier historique ( )

En 1298 Eduardo I de Inglaterra invade Escocia y saquea la ciudad de Berwick. En el ataque es arrasada la Casa Roja, lugar donde los comerciantes flamencos realizaban sus transacciones comerciales con la autorización debida. Un año más tarde, Eduardo convoca una gran asamblea del Reino en la catedral londinense de San Pablo, donde habrá de enfrentarse a las amonestaciones del deán Walter de Monfort a causa de la voluntad real de imponer tributos a la Iglesia. Pero durante la misa, y en presencia de toda la corte, de Monfort es víctima de una repentina y violenta muerte. Un suceso que obliga al monarca a requerir la inmediata intervención de su fiel escribano Hugo Corbett, quien deberá aclarar el misterio de tan extraño asesinato y descubrir a su autor. Eduardo I intuye que tras este crimen se esconde una seria amenaza a su poder.

This is another medieval mystery by Paul Doherty in his series featuring the lead character Hugh Corbett. I'm slowly working my way through this series, and I'm thoroughly enjoying this literary journey.

Based on historical fact during the reign of Edward 1 of England in 1298, the plot captured my attention from the first page and the investigation into the poisoning of de Montfort during mass was riveting. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys a medieval mystery or historical fiction. ( )

Like all P. C. Doherty's books about Hugh Corbett, a rattling good read. A Mediaeval murder mystery that brings to life the sounds and smells of the cities, villages and people of the period. Great characterisation, well researched (the author knows the period exceptionally well), gentle humour combined with suspense and some "religious" terror. Un-put-down-able. Thoroughly recommended. ( )

Good writing, cool mystery, not as gritty and not as much characterization as his other books, a little lite. ( )