16th Century
A Name in Blood
Editors' choice
The mystery of Caravaggio’s last months and death has never been satisfactorily resolved: traditionally, he is said to have died…
Turn of the Tide
This story is set in the south-west of Scotland between the years 1586-1591. Two families, the Cunninghames and the Mongomeries,…
Venom
The first book in Fiona Paul’s Renaissance Venice trilogy, centering on wealthy 15-year-old Cassandra Caravello, finds this privileged young miss…
Jepp, Who Defied the Stars
Jepp, Who Defied the Stars is a story about a little man who reminds us that anything is obtainable if you…
Falling for Henry
Falling for Henry tells the story of Kate, a 16-year-old girl who stumbles upon a hole in time and switches…
Time’s Echo
Hartshorne’s engaging time-slip opens with one chilling scene after another. Hawise, a young Elizabethan woman, is drowned as a witch…
Elizabeth I: The People’s Queen
Elizabeth I is professionally published and a pleasant read. The cover is stylish and effectively representing the book’s subject. The…
The Heresy of Dr Dee
The second book in Rickman’s John Dee series takes Dee to his father’s home in Wales. Set against the aftermath…
Witch Hammer
The third book in M.L. Trow’s Kit Marlowe series finds the young playwright joining up with a group of actors…
The Sign of the Weeping Virgin
Editors' choice
If you love Italian history mixed with mystery, then The Sign of the Weeping Virgin is perfect! Author Alana White…
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