Dangerous Sanctuary

Dangerous Sanctuary (2012) Michelle Diener

Set in England in 1525

This novella occurs after the book In a Treacherous Court.

King Henry VIII is celebrating the defeat of Francis I of France and his English ally(ies), and Susanna Horenbout has been commissioned to paint the ceremony in St. Paul’s Cathedral, but not all those who allied themselves with Francis were dealt with, and Susanna overhears what may be a plot to harm the king.

I really like these historical mysteries, especially as they are based on characters who really existed (even if the characters didn’t actually solve mysteries), and I especially like the details–the past is frequently romanticized, when in reality for most people it was smelly and unpleasant.

Know that this is a short story–not a novel, and that this series is pretty expensive.
Rating: 7/10

Published by Pocket Star

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