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Sumerford's Autumn

Historical Mysteries Collection, Book 4

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A king trying to keep his throne. A sister looking for her brother's killer. Four brothers, each trying to find their purpose.

England, 1487—Ludovic Sumerford knows he'll never see a penny from his father's estate. His three older brothers will make sure of that. Fortunately, his smuggling venture brings in more than a few sovereigns. But when he tells a local woman about the sudden death of her brother, money is the least of his worries.

Meanwhile, King Henry's insecurity is testing the country to breaking point. He quietly seethes and plots, while rumors of a man claiming to be the rightful heir to the throne of England cause poor decisions. Ludovic, incriminated in the treasonous plot, captured, and tortured, must find a way to gain his freedom.

Orphaned Alysson has nothing left now that another brother is gone. But she won't leave it there. Knowing he was murdered, she seeks to find the truth. Taking a job in the Sumerford's household, where bitter feuds simmer with treachery and murder, Alysson's naiveté cannot last long. No sooner does she arrive than the killer strikes again—and again.

©2014 Gaskell Publishing (P)2023 Podium Audio Historical Historical Fiction Medieval Mystery Romance Fiction Middle Ages England Royalty Crime
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So brilliantly narrated. Gildart is the best. The story creates a realistic experience of what it might have been like to live at that time. Enjoyed the length and twists and turns. Very well researched. We hope the next one is coming soon; looking forward to it.

Excellent Narration and historically interesting .

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I find the author's language to be excellent, even beautiful at times, and her empathy and intelligence too. There is frequently a comedic element but it doesn't detract from the historical details and gruesome, gritty sense of place and time. I have devoured her stories on Audible and bought the rest of the series and can't wait to get stuck in!

Another gripping tale of courage

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wow that was fun! exciting, exillerating, extremely bloody, lusty, terrifying, heart stopping, wounderful, scary, blunt and dreadful. All this achieved by the artful voice in my ears. I loved this book, it's author and reader, heartfelt thank you for making all possible. Please give more of the same to Audible

gripping adventure

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A dull and uninteresting story, badly narrated. I had high hopes of the author and the story but have been disappointed.

Definitely not worth 20 hours of my life.

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