In these third and fourth volumes of Sansom's Tudor mysteries, lawyer Matthew Shardlake is reluctantly propelled into the world of Henry VIII's court. The atmosphere is rife with intrigue, murder, betrayal and religious fervour; the terror of torture and the Tower hangs over everyone, whether Queen or commoner. Perhaps more for curling up on the sofa than bedtime reading. Both are real page turners, especially if you like your history not too dry. Two definite musts.
(Jenny Baker - bwl 51 May 2009 ) |
