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The Straw Men

By: Paul Doherty
Narrated by: Terry Wale
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January, 1381. As guests of the Regent, John of Gaunt, Brother Athelstan and Sir John Cranston are attending a mystery play performed by the Straw Men, Gaunt’s personal acting troupe, at St John’s Chapel in the Tower of London when the evening is rudely interrupted by sudden, violent death.

Who would have the audacity to murder two of Gaunt’s VIP guests and the wherewithal to strategically position two severed heads on the stage without being noticed? The regent orders Athelstan to find out.

©2012 Paul Doherty (P)2013 Soundings Genre Fiction Historical Literary Fiction Mystery Fiction
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The first time.e I listened to one of the Brother Athelstan mysteries, I wasn't too keen on the narrator but I've grown to like him, and he'll be does a great job. The story here is complex like usual so there is a lot to take in but its well thought through and believable if you live historical mysteries as I do.

Dry humour mixed with history brought to life!

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The research that Paul Doherty does for his books is, to my mind, second to none. He truly bring the period to life.

Another cracking story from Paul Doherty

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