{"product_id":"the-nightingale-gallery-brother-athelstan-mysteries-1","title":"The Nightingale Gallery (Brother Athelstan Mysteries)","description":"A terrible power struggle threatens the very core of Britain...\nIn 1376, the Black Prince dies of a terrible sickness, closely followed by his father, King Edward IIIin 1377. The crown of England is left in the hands of a mere boy, and the great nobles gather like hungry wolves round the empty throne.\nSoon the prelates of the church and the powerful Merchant Princes of London are drawn in. One of these, Sir Thomas Springall, is foully murdered within a few days of the old king's death.\nSir John Cranston, the coroner of London, is ordered to investigate. He is assisted by Brother Athelstan, a penitent Dominican monk. From the sinister slums of Whitefriars to the barbaric splendour of the English Court, Cranston and Athelstan are drawn into a dark and terrifying web of intrigue...\nThe first in a scintillating historical mystery series, perfect for fans of C. J. Sansom, Susanna Gregory and S. J. Parris. Praise for The Nightingale Gallery\n'The best of its kind since the death of Ellis Peters' Time Out\n'If you like Inspector Morse, you'll love Brother Athelstan' Prima\n'Evocative and lyrical descriptions' New Statesman\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1800324537\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1800324537.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Doherty, Paul\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43331691839549,"sku":"BVV.1800324537.G","price":6.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1800324537-0.jpg?v=1783560388","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-nightingale-gallery-brother-athelstan-mysteries-1","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}