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Blood and Ink

By: DK Marley
Narrated by: Jon C. Dixon
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In the tradition of The Marlowe Papers by Ros Barber, the debut historical fiction novel Blood and Ink tells the story of Christopher (Kit) Marlowe, the dark and brooding playwright of Queen Elizabeth's court. Marlowe sells his soul to gain the one thing he desires: to see his name immortalized.

Inspired at an early age on the banks of the Stour River, his passion for a goose quill and ink thrusts him into the labyrinth of England's underworld - a secret spy ring created by the Queen's spymaster, Sir Frances Walsingham. Kit suffers the whips and scorns of time as he witnesses the massacre of Paris, the hypocrisy of the church, the rejection from his 'dark lady', the theft of his identity as a playwright, and wrenching loss breathing life into many of his unforgettable characters.

As he sinks further into the clutches of Walsingham, a masque is written by his own hand to save his life from shadowing betrayers, from the Queen's own Star Chamber, and from the Jesuit assassins of Rome, thus sending him into exile and allowing an unknown actor from Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare, to step into his shoes. And so begins the lie; and yet, what will a man not do to regain his name?

©2010, 2018 D K Marley (P)2018 D K Marley Historical Fiction Fiction England Middle Ages Royalty
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Loved this, enjoyed every minute well written by D K Marley and wonderfully narrated by John Dixon

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Excellent book so well crafted, wonderful how its be bought to life by a fantastic voice.

Superb book, excellent narration

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I really enjoyed listening to Jon C Dixon, a very good narrator.

This book will take you back to the Elizabethan time. Where you wonder if what if I could change the course of history. Did Shakespeare or Christopher Marlowe write the plays we know so well. If you haven't considered before this , you will find yours self wondering after listening to this.

What If !!!

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I learned about this book originally through Jon Dixon whom I have the pleasure of knowing. I loved the story which was captivating and immersive, aided by Jon's incredible narration. I didn't expect so many different accents, Jon I salute you, I know you are a convincing actor but this was awesome. Credit also to the very talented Josh Elliot for his recording skills.

Thoroughly enjoyed the story and narration.

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A great story from DK Marley and the characters were so vividly bought to life by Jon Dixon's narration. I would highly recommend this and will be seeking out further works by both of them.

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