Rebellious Grace - King's Fool Mystery by Jeri Westerson

Book Synopsis

Henry VIII's court jester Will Somers turns reluctant inquisitor once again when a grotesque murder within the palace walls is linked to the Pilgrimage of Grace rebellion in this gripping Tudor mystery.

1536, London. The gruesome murder of a servant in the king's palace, his throat savagely cut, has brought fear to the court of Henry VIII. When the man's body is then dug up from the churchyard and disembowelled two weeks later, Will Somers, the king's jester, is horrified. What terrible mischief is now afoot under the king's roof?

With Henry VIII distracted by The Pilgrimage of Grace, the religious revolt led by Robert Aske in protest at the king turning his back on the Catholic faith, Will becomes reluctant inquisitor once again. As he attempts to unmask a murderous knave, Will uncovers a chilling link between one of Queen Jane Seymour's precious jewels, the rebellion and the dead man. Is a shocking act of treachery behind a grotesque killing?

Perfect for fans of stunning Tudor mysteries and historical dramas featuring witty and tenacious sleuths, and bursting with betrayal, politics and passion from the likes of Paul Doherty Michael Jecks, C.J. Sansom and Philippa Gregory.

Review Quotes

Fans of mysteries set during the Tudor era will appreciate the historical details that are skillfully woven into Westerson's gripping story-- "Library Journal"

Entertaining, bawdy, tense Tudor mystery with vivid characters, unexpected twists, and realistic details-- "Booklist"

A compelling series of
puzzles set against the glories and dangers of the Tudor court-- "Kirkus Reviews"

A fascinating story, great characters, and a mystery filled with plenty of twists and turns-- "Kings River Life Magazine on The Twilight Queen"

A mystery of twists and turns, riddles, bawdy humor, and clandestine trysts-- "Historical Novels Review on The Twilight Queen"

Devotees of Alan Gordon's Fools' Guild mysteries will welcome this promising series-- "Publishers Weekly on Courting Dragons"

Familiar historical figures seen from a different viewpoint add spice to the mystery-- "Kirkus Reviews on Courting Dragons"

For readers who enjoy accurate, in-depth historical details in a mystery-- "Library Journal on Courting Dragons"

Historical details mixed with a puzzling mystery make for a fine read-- "Kirkus Reviews on The Twilight Queen"

Jeri Westerson is at the top of her game-- "Louis Bayard, bestselling author of THE PALE BLUE EYE, on Courting Dragons"

The Tudor court as seen through the eyes of wily Will Somers, Henry VIII's jester, comes to vivid life in this sparkling mystery-- "C.W. Gortner, bestselling author of THE TUDOR SECRET, on Courting Dragons"

Unexpected twists and a surprising conclusion, make this an entertaining read-- "Booklist on The Twilight Queen"

Westerson brings real humanity to her story . . . If you are a fan of the Tudors, don't miss this read-- "Deadly Pleasures Mystery Magazine on The Twilight Queen"