About the book
There will be a terrible reckoning . . .
England is at war with Spain, and Queen Elizabeth's court is torn apart by brutal rivalries among ambitious young courtiers. The inimitable investigator John Shakespeare is dragged from retirement to work for the Earl of Essex, the queen's favorite. His mission is to unravel the mystery behind the doomed Roanoke colony in North America, but instead, he uncovers a plot to kill the aging queen.
With a plague devastating the country, Catholics being tortured, and John's wife keeping secrets from him, Shakespeare has his own survival to secure. Filled with colorful historical detail, Revenger is a stunning novel of savage betrayals and salacious intrigue.
Editions of Revenger
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062356246
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062356239
Read an Excerpt
There will be a terrible reckoning . . .
England is at war with Spain, and Queen Elizabeth's court is torn apart by brutal rivalries among ambitious young courtiers. The inimitable investigator John Shakespeare is dragged from retirement to work for the Earl of Essex, the queen's favorite. His mission is to unravel the mystery behind the doomed Roanoke colony in North America, but instead, he uncovers a plot to kill the aging queen.
With a plague devastating the country, Catholics being tortured, and John's wife keeping secrets from him, Shakespeare has his own survival to secure. Filled with colorful historical detail, Revenger is a stunning novel of savage betrayals and salacious intrigue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Revenger about?
There will be a terrible reckoning . . .
England is at war with Spain, and Queen Elizabeth's court is torn apart by brutal rivalries among ambitious young courtiers. The inimitable investigator John Shakespeare is dragged from retirement to work for the Earl of Essex, the queen's favorite. His mission is to unravel the mystery behind the doomed Roanoke colony in North America, but instead, he uncovers a plot to kill the aging queen.
With a plague devastating the country, Catholics being tortured, and John's wife keeping secrets from him, Shakespeare has his own survival to secure. Filled with colorful historical detail, Revenger is a stunning novel of savage betrayals and salacious intrigue.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Revenger?
Fiction > Crime and / or mystery fiction
Where can I read a sample of Revenger?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062356246
Is Revenger part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series John Shakespeare Mystery
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Revenger?
Rory Clements
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Revenger is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062356246) and ebook(ISBN 9780062356239)
Where can I buy Revenger online or support local independent bookshops?
You can buy Revenger from below
Where can I buy Revenger?