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The Desperate Remedy

By: Martin Stephen
Narrated by: Michael Tudor-Barnes
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In the dark days of King James I, a man must know his enemies to survive. To Henry Gresham, gentleman, scholar, courtier, and spy, William Shadwell is invaluable. A thief, informer, double-dealer, and pimp, he may not be the most moral of men, but he is one of Gresham's best sources. When Shadwell is murdered, Gresham's enquiries uncover a plot so audacious it is scarcely believable.
© Martin Stephen; (P)Oakhill Publishing Ltd

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"Henry Gresham is a hero for all seasons, and The Desperate Remedy is a dashing delight that challenges what we think we know." (Val McDermid)
"The twists and turns of a burgeoning intrigue provide tightening suspense while Stephen interprets with delicacy the motives of complex characters." (reviewingtheevidence.com)

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Excellent historical mystery

All of the Henry Gresham novels are well-written, with fleshed-out characters, believable plots, and exciting action / intrigue. Definitely recommended!

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Brilliant!!!!

This is superb work - a master storyteller and an accomplished narrator combine to make this listen one of the finest in my library. If you like historical fiction this book is one of the best!

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