London, 1798: As England braces for invasion, Bow Street’s most feared thief-catcher uncovers a conspiracy that could topple the crown itself.
London is a city overflowing with thieves, rogues, and beggars — and only one man is ruthless enough to bring them to heel. Samuel Slym, the infamous thief-catcher, has built his reputation on speed, cunning, and a blackthorn stick weighted with lead.
When Slym is tasked with tracking down an incriminating print, created by the shadowy Lycanthropic Society, it seems like just another case. But this controversial print threatens to ruin Prince Regent Prinny and spark a scandal that could tear the monarchy apart.
Slym’s investigation leads him to Toby Skinner, a notorious highwayman who seems to be the culprit. But as Slym digs deeper, he uncovers a far-reaching conspiracy — one that ties the Lycanthropes to a secret French invasion plan led by Napoleon, and a brewing rebellion in the Highlands.
As Napoleon prepares to strike across the Channel and the Jacobites plot in the shadows, the fate of England hangs in the balance. It's up to Slym to retrieve the prints and stop the scandal before it reaches the Prince.
But will he uncover the conspiracy in time to save the crown?
Perfect for fans of C.J. Sansom, S.J. Parris and Bernard Cornwell.
PRAISE FOR JOHN DRAKE:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'If you have read and enjoyed any of the Fletcher novels you will enjoy this book with its fluid entwining of intrigue, violence, skullduggery and humour.' Martino.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This writer is a genius. A cracking read, a great story with excellent characters!' Crackle.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fast paced with great characters and a good plot.' Roy.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Full of intrigue, detection, and a spine chilling adventures.' Maclaugh.
Genre: Mystery
London is a city overflowing with thieves, rogues, and beggars — and only one man is ruthless enough to bring them to heel. Samuel Slym, the infamous thief-catcher, has built his reputation on speed, cunning, and a blackthorn stick weighted with lead.
When Slym is tasked with tracking down an incriminating print, created by the shadowy Lycanthropic Society, it seems like just another case. But this controversial print threatens to ruin Prince Regent Prinny and spark a scandal that could tear the monarchy apart.
Slym’s investigation leads him to Toby Skinner, a notorious highwayman who seems to be the culprit. But as Slym digs deeper, he uncovers a far-reaching conspiracy — one that ties the Lycanthropes to a secret French invasion plan led by Napoleon, and a brewing rebellion in the Highlands.
As Napoleon prepares to strike across the Channel and the Jacobites plot in the shadows, the fate of England hangs in the balance. It's up to Slym to retrieve the prints and stop the scandal before it reaches the Prince.
But will he uncover the conspiracy in time to save the crown?
Perfect for fans of C.J. Sansom, S.J. Parris and Bernard Cornwell.
PRAISE FOR JOHN DRAKE:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'If you have read and enjoyed any of the Fletcher novels you will enjoy this book with its fluid entwining of intrigue, violence, skullduggery and humour.' Martino.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This writer is a genius. A cracking read, a great story with excellent characters!' Crackle.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fast paced with great characters and a good plot.' Roy.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Full of intrigue, detection, and a spine chilling adventures.' Maclaugh.
Genre: Mystery
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