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The Game's Afoot

(2019)
(A book in the Oliver Wade series)
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Oliver Wade Spy Thriller Series - Book 2

'An impressively convincing, well-researched and gripping glimpse into the snake-pit of spies, traitors and would-be regicides that sprang to life during the dangerous days between the death of Elizabeth I and the formal accession of James VI.' Peter Tonkin, author of A Verse to Murder

1603.

King James I is on the throne of England and Catholics are being hung for treason. A plot emerges to replace James with a Catholic.

Master Secretary Robert Cecil is anxious to maintain his trusted position under the King and resolves to uncover the conspiracy and conspirators.

William Wade, a trusted soldier, is compelled to assist Cecil, with the promise of securing the Lieutenantship of the Tower of London. Meanwhile his son Oliver, actor and reluctant spy, is instructed to investigate the murder of playwright Christopher Marlowe.

Oliver and William soon discover their investigations are linked. They join forces to reveal the identities of those who are seeking to usurp the throne, walking a tightrope between traitors on one side and the politic Cecil on the other.

The Wades reveal the deceit and ambition of allies and enemies alike. Plots must be discerned and defeated.

Everyone must choose a side.

Recommended for fans of CJ Samson, Peter Tonkin and Steven Veerapen.

Author David Field is a retired criminal lawyer. His background experience has led to the creation of contemporary crime investigator DCI Mike Saxby, in a series of novels published by Sharpe Books. He is also the author of an Elizabethan crime series including She Died Unshriven, Without Fear or Favour and The Queen's Constables.

Praise for David Field:

'A gripping thriller... A revealing portrait of both a spy and turbulent era.' Richard Foreman

'An entertaining and lively mystery, which delves into the murky world of crime and the justice system in provincial Elizabethan England.' Paul Walker, author of State of Treason

'Gritty and unsettling ... A promising start to a new crime series.' Thomas Waugh

'Field continues to deliver the goods... Another gripping story full of depth and character.' Shaun Baines, author of Woodcutter


Genre: Historical

Praise for this book

"An impressively convincing, well-researched and gripping glimpse into the snake-pit of spies, traitors and would-be regicides that sprang to life during the dangerous days between the death of Elizabeth I and the formal accession of James VI." - Peter Tonkin


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