A perilous mission. An unforgivable betrayal. A secret lost in time. 1584: Elizabeth I rules England. But a dangerous plot is brewing in court, and Mary Queen of Scots will stop at nothing to take her cousin's throne. There's only one thing standing in her way: Tom, the queen's trusted apothecary, who makes the perfect silent spy. 2021: Travelling the globe in her campervan, Mathilde has never belonged anywhere. So when she receives news of an inheritance, she is shocked to discover she has a family in England.
Just like Mathilde, the medieval hall she inherits conceals secrets, and she quickly makes a haunting discovery. Can she unravel the truth about what happened there all those years ago? And will she finally find a place to call home? Enchanting and gripping, The Queen's Spy effortlessly merges past with present in an unforgettable tale of love, courage and betrayal - perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Kathryn Hughes. Readers love The Queen's Spy: 'Every so often you come across a book that you know will never leave you. This is one of those books. will stay with me for a long time to come and is most certainly one of my favourites.' Reader review 'I adored [this]. had me hooked from the first page and when I wasn't reading it, I found myself thinking about it. A truly wonderful read, it is my favourite book of the year!' Reader review 'Where to start! I loved this book so much - I couldn't put it down but was loathe to finish it.
' Reader review 'Utterly beautiful, a real page turner! I took this book camping with me and was so grateful that it was on my kindle paperwhite because I couldn't put it down and ended up reading it until almost 3am!' Reader review 'Absolutely brilliant, I loved it!. If I could give it more than five stars I would!' Reader review 'This book was one I couldn't put down. I read it in a day. it's left me wanting more.' Reader review 'Wow!. Simply stunning! I was absolutely hooked right from the beginning!' Reader review Gold title * A beautifully written historical timeslip novel that effortlessly crosses centuries, set between modern day Norfolk and Tudor London. * Centres around the feud between Queen Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots - a relationship of perennial interest in the entertainment sector, as evidenced by the many biopics. Also contains themes of espionage - something we know historical readers look for in their next read.
* Accessible historical fiction, ideal for the commercial customer and loyal historical fiction fans alike. * Clare Marchant has two history degrees and a love for all things Tudor, so her research and attention to detail is impeccable. Competition: The;Dressmaker's Gift;Familiars;Lost Orphan;White Queen;Other Boleyn Girl;Lady of the Ravens;Clockmaker's Daughter;Six Tudor Queens. by;Fiona Valpy;Stacey Halls;Phillipa Gregory;Joanna Hickson;Lucinda Riley;Kate Morton;Alison Weir.