Stepping way outside of my regular reading genre and heading into Elizabethan England to review BRAG Medallion winner, The Jesuit Letter (The Tyburn Folios Book 1) by Dean Hamilton. Here are my thoughts on this historical fiction thriller!
Synopsis (from the author):
Ex-soldier turned play-actor Christopher Tyburn thought he had left bloodshed and violence behind him when he abandoned the war against the Spanish in Flanders, but fate has different and far bloodier plans waiting.
The innyards of London are closed due to plague and the Earl of Worcester’s Men are on the road, touring the market-towns of the Midlands.
When Tyburn accidentally intercepts a coded latter from a hidden Jesuit priest in Warwickshire, he is entangled in a murderous and deadly conspiracy. Stalked by unknown enemies, he must race to uncover the conspiracy and hunt down the Jesuit to clear his name. . .or die a traitor’s death. His only hope – an eleven-year old glover’s son named William Shakespeare.
What I liked about The Jesuit Letter:
I enjoyed The Jesuit Letter! It had nice pace, good characters (including a young William Shakespeare), and an excellent plot. The twists and turns, and a little romance, adds to the story, and the backdrop of the traveling actors provides the perfect setting. One of my favorite things was the use of Elizabethan English and the ability to look up what the words meant. Overall, an entertaining tale!
What I disliked about The Jesuit Letter:
The only issue I had with the story was the romance part seemed to be an underdeveloped plot point. Other than that, no complaints from me.
Overall impression of The Jesuit Letter:
The Jesuit Letter entertained me! It had an intricate plot, good characters, and the backdrop of Elizabethan England gave it a great setting. The intrigue behind the letter, and the ultimate outcome kept me turning pages to the end. If you enjoy historical novels set in that period, try this one!
My rating:
5 Stars
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