Georgian London – Autumn 1742

A page-boy disappears after witnessing a murder in the Royal Palace…

Will Archer, tasked to find him,discovers a Court awash with intrigue and petty jealousies both above and below stairs – and traitors who threaten the King himself.

Peril lies round every corner as Will Archer races to prevent tragedy.

Once again Colin Eston’s thrilling storytelling brings characters from all classes of Georgian society vividly to life as Will’s quest leads him from Royal Parks and Palaces to disreputable city bath-houses….

…and a shocking finale that tears his life apart.

What readers say

“ -another phenomenal read – ”

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