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OverviewThe queen's half-sister, Ursula Stannard, returns to solve another Tudor mystery in this page-turning tale of suspicious riches, murder and hidden treasures - can she find the golden cargoes? May 1589. Being the queen's half-sister and occasional secret agent, can take its toll, which is why Ursula Stannard is looking forward to the simple pleasure of attending the wedding of her tenant's daughter. But on arrival, Arabella the bride-to-be is refusing to marry her intended. Ursula tries to reason with Arabella on behalf of her mother, Joan Mercer, but she senses all is not well with her betrothed, or within the Mercer household. The family have gold and jewels beyond their means, and Ursula suspects they may not have gained such riches legally. When the strangled corpse of local herbalist and suspected witch is found, and Ursula learns through her connections at Court that English vessels are being plundered by a trio of mysterious ships - she once again takes on the mantle of secret agent. With someone willing to kill to protect their secrets and a bounty of golden cargo at stake, Ursula is in danger! Can she uncover the culprits, save the reluctant bride, and remain unscathed herself? Golden Cargoes is the twenty-first book in the popular Ursula Blanchard series which follows Ursula, a most unconventional Tudor spy as she solves unpredictable, compelling mysteries. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Fiona BuckleyPublisher: Canongate Books Imprint: Severn House Edition: Main Dimensions: Width: 13.90cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 21.70cm Weight: 0.345kg ISBN: 9781448309276ISBN 10: 1448309271 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 23 February 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsThe charming spy again gives good value as she unearths secrets in an Elizabethan context * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> * Buckley's vivid portrayal of the resourceful, clever, and devious Ursula carries the plot. Readers will hope to continue seeing more of her * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> * The queen of Elizabethan historicals * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>The Scent of Danger * Plenty of exciting adventure spiked with a healthy dose of history * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>Shadow of Spain</b> * Atmospheric . . . Buckley makes full use of a fascinating time and place in British history * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>Forest of Secrets</b> * Ursula is a determined, intrepid sleuth . . . Another satisfying mix of mystery and Elizabethan history * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>The Scent of Danger</b> * Engrossing . . . Fans of Tudor historicals who value authentic period color will be rewarded * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>A Web of Silk</b> * Author InformationFiona Buckley is the author of twenty previous Ursula Blanchard mysteries. Under her real name, Valerie Anand, she is the author of numerous historical novels including the much-loved Bridges Over Time series. Brought up in London, she now lives in Surrey. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |