The Owls of Gloucester
A gripping medieval mystery from the bestselling author
(Author) Edward MarstonThe ordered calm of Gloucester Abbey is shattered by the murder of one of its monks. The Abbot, ill-equipped to deal with such a heinous crime, is stunned by the Sheriff's belief that one of the monks is guilty. This is the confusion that that greets the two Domesday Comminisioners, Ralph Delchard and Gervase Bret, as they are welcomed into the town. Eager to resolve the mystery, they begin their own investigations but find the killing is merely a sign of a sinister presence which threatens the whole community and which must be stopped.
Edward Marston
Edward Marston is a prolific British author known for his historical mysteries and crime novels. His most notable works include the Railway Detective series, the Domesday series, and the Elizabethan theater series. Marston's writing is characterized by meticulous historical research, intricate plots, and well-developed characters.
Marston's contributions to literature include bringing historical settings to life with vivid detail and creating engaging mysteries that keep readers hooked until the very end. His impact on the historical mystery genre is significant, as he has inspired many other authors to explore different time periods in their own works.
One of Marston's most famous works is the first book in the Railway Detective series, "The Railway Detective," which follows the adventures of Inspector Robert Colbeck as he solves crimes on the expanding railway network of Victorian England. This series has gained a wide readership and critical acclaim for its unique blend of history and mystery.
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