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"Stirring intrigue and a compelling cast of characters will continue to draw accolades from fans of the author's hefty historicals." --"Mystery Lovers Bookshop News" on "The Malice of Unnatural Death"
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1326. In an England riven with conflict, knight and peasant alike find their lives turned upside down by the warring factions of Edward II, with his hated favourite, Hugh le Despenser, and Edward's estranged queen Isabella and her lover, Sir Roger Mortimer. Yet even in such times the brutal slaughter of an entire family, right down to a babe in arms, still has the power to shock. Three further murders follow, and bailiff Simon Puttock is drawn into a web of intrigue, vengeance, power and greed as Roger Mortimer charges him to investigate the killings. Michael Jecks brilliantly evokes the turmoil of fourteenth-century England, as his well-loved characters Simon Puttock and Sir Baldwin de Furnshill strive to maintain the principles of loyalty and truth.
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I will not bother with a detailed summary, as what some consider to be a review of a book, of this most recently released of Jecks Knights Templar Series (now published by Simon & Schuster, U.K.). You can find that information elsewhere if you so desire. Suffice it to say that I had considered being patient and waiting for "The Oath" to be released outside of the U.K. Having had it delayed already to July from May, 2010, I wondered if I could wait until October or November to obtain the book. I considered cost and currency exchange rate, not to mention air mail charges. I wanted to see if I was made of sterner stuff, but caved in after a few days. Having just finished it, I can say without reservation that it was more than worth the expense! Jecks remains devoted to historical detail while weaving a superb fictional murder mystery within the historical events of October to November in England / Wales of 1326. I will say that I might have done one or two things differently myself in writing this book, but I definitely could not have done better! Some years back, I decided that I needed to get away from a heavy load of academic reading in various disciplines. I read a few authors in the historical mystery genre, but I am thankful to have found Jecks quite by accident. I found myself obtaining his earlier works in short order and have kept up with him to the present. There are but one or two others I bother to read in the genre, e.g. Bernard Knight, but I find these men the most dedicated to what they write and afford me hours of reading enjoyment.
U.K. readers I hope appreciate Michael Jecks as an author. If they do, they should take a few moments to say so to others. There are authors who exist because of good "PR" more than the quality of what they write. Jecks is a very good author who should be appreciated and given "PR" by his readers in thanks for his work in this series. I, for one, can't wait for the next in the series!
BTW, I appreciate the prompt and excellent service received from Amazon U.K. in obtaining this title.
U.K. readers I hope appreciate Michael Jecks as an author. If they do, they should take a few moments to say so to others. There are authors who exist because of good "PR" more than the quality of what they write. Jecks is a very good author who should be appreciated and given "PR" by his readers in thanks for his work in this series. I, for one, can't wait for the next in the series!
BTW, I appreciate the prompt and excellent service received from Amazon U.K. in obtaining this title.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Michael Jecks series of books from The Last Templar to The Oath are all a good read. The Oath is a another fine example of historial fact and fiction mingling togetherThe Oath (Knights Templar)
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The Oath gives excellent insight into the troublesome year 1326 in England.
I could empathise easily with the various representatives of people from different classes and what they went through. Of course the author used his fantasy in describing feelings of f.i. Edward II, but he used his facts and fantasy to produce a highly realistic and well written narrative. Through the entire series the returning characters become very real and respectable persons. I hope we get a follow up on the lives of Simon and Baldwin.
I could empathise easily with the various representatives of people from different classes and what they went through. Of course the author used his fantasy in describing feelings of f.i. Edward II, but he used his facts and fantasy to produce a highly realistic and well written narrative. Through the entire series the returning characters become very real and respectable persons. I hope we get a follow up on the lives of Simon and Baldwin.
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This is the latest title I have read in the Knight's Templar series. It has been a journey of interest and learning and shocking horror of the terrible times people lived in during... Read more
Published 1 month ago by D. Sutherland
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found this to be a gripping book - after finishing c j samson I needed something new, and michael jecks has not disappointed. Read more
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Great great book.
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This is an excellent book for fans of medieval stories!
Alas,Michael Jecks is one of the very best medieval crime stories writers. Read more
This is an excellent book for fans of medieval stories!
Alas,Michael Jecks is one of the very best medieval crime stories writers. Read more
Published 6 months ago by FireBladed
Good History, Poor Mystery
This is the first of the series I have read, and I enjoyed the historical events and accuracy of the settings (he does mention Caerphilly's 'keep' at one point, but then corrects... Read more
Published 8 months ago by J. I. Sundquist
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As with others here, I have read all of Michael Jecks' books and am always waiting eagerly for the next. Read more
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Classic story with all the passion and suspence. I am currently reading all these stories by Jecks and love them all. Read more
Published 12 months ago by dasha151
good read
A return to form for Jecks whose latest books a were getting a bit formulaic. A good plot and nice to see despencer get his just deserts. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Mr. Nick C. Williams
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I have been a fan of the Knight Templar series since the very beginning. I love these tales of Sir Baldwin and Bailiff Puttock solving mysteries against a medieval background. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Duncan Robinson
Great fun
Readers who love Historical Fiction set in the time of the Black Prince will absolutely love this title by Michael Jecks. Its got something for every fan. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Gareth Wilson - Falcata Times Blog
Disappointing
I have read all Michael Jecks books featuring Sir Baldwin & bailiff Simon Puttock and I was really looking forward to this latest one with all the historic events that happened in... Read more
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