Friend & Foe

Friend & Foe

Shirley McKay, 2014

Overview

In St Andrews, 1583, the young King James VI is under confinement and plotting his escape. Amidst religious and political dissension, a bishop's dark fantasies unfold within the castle walls. Hew and his friend Giles investigate the source of a mysterious sickness, uncovering deep corruption.

The death of a young soldier, which implicates Hew's sister and Giles's wife, leads Hew to a startling revelation and his darkest hour. His fate becomes intertwined with that of James VI.

The narrative weaves together real historical figures like James VI, Sir Francis Walsingham, and Alison Pearson, a woman executed for witchcraft.

Who it's for

• Readers of historical mysteries and thrillers.
• Fans of Tudor and Stuart period settings.
• Those interested in stories with political intrigue and religious conflict.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Publisher: Polygon Press
• Publication Year: 2014
• ISBN: 9781846972171