Book description
The new historical crime thriller, a Sunday Times bestseller, perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom and Hilary Mantel
Prague, 1588.
A COURT IN TURMOILThe court of the Holy Roman Emperor, Rudolf II, is a haven for scientists, astrologers and alchemists. The dream - to discover the philosopher's stone…
Why read it?
1 author picked Alchemy as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
There are so many reasons to love this book.
First, the main character is compelling–intelligent, strong, flawed, and courageous. Second, excellent research takes you into the difficult politics of medieval Europe, the tensions between religions, and the madness of European Courts. Third, it takes you into the dark world of medieval alchemists and their dangerous competition to find the Philosopher's Stone.
The crimes make your skin crawl. I also love it because my very own detective, Doctor John Dee, is ever present but never seen.
From G.J.'s list on tempestuous times and crimes of the Tudors.
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