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The Angel of Death (Hugh Corbett Mysteries, Book 4)

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30th October 2012

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A shocking murder takes Hugh Corbett into a dark and dangerous investigation…

In the fourth thrilling novel in Paul Doherty’s medieval series, sleuth Hugh Corbett must discover how a man can be murdered in full view of the king and most of the notables of England. Perfect for Michael Jecks and Ellis Peters.


In 1298, Edward I of England invaded Scotland and brutally sacked the town of Berwick, raising to the ground the Red House of the Flemings who had permission to trade there. He little knew his action would have far-reaching repercussions. A year later, Edward convokes a great assembly of the realm in St Paul’s Cathedral. They are to hear Mass after which the main celebrant, Walter de Montfort, has been delegated to lecture the King on not taxing the Church. During the Mass, de Montfort dies a sudden and violent death. Hugh Corbett, the King’s clerk, is given the task of solving the mystery and tracking down the murderer. Against the background of Edward’s struggle to maintain himself, both at home and abroad, Corbett’s investigations become tortuous and laced with danger…

What readers are saying about The Angel of Death:

‘This is the best murder mystery I’ve read

‘A plot to keep you on the edge of your seat

Well written, entertaining and keeps you guessing until the end’

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Historical Novels Review
Doherty's deep understanding of the period and the nitty-gritty of historical detail are to the fore without intruding on the rhythm of the plot. Superb entertainment
Publishers Weekly
Medieval London comes vividly to life
Mystery News
As always the author invokes the medieval period in all its muck as well as glory, filling the pages with pungent smells and description. The author brings years of research to his writing; his mastery of the period as well as a disciplined writing schedule have led to a rapidly increasing body of work and a growing reputation
Books Magazine
Praise for Paul Doherty: The maestro of medieval mystery... As with all Doherty's historical whodunnits, it is packed with salty dialogue, the smells and superstitions of the 14th century, not to mention the political intrigues
Newcastle Evening Chronicle
Paul Doherty has come up trumps again with this medieval mystery
New Statesman
Paul Doherty has a lively sense of history... evocative and lyrical descriptions
Oxford Times
Vitality in the cityscape... angst in the mystery; it's Peters minus the herbs but plus a few crates of sack
Northern Echo
A masterpiece of murder and mystery
Time Out
The best of its kind since the death of Ellis Peters