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The field of the historical crime thriller was once an under-visited one, with only the occasional unusual entry making a mark. But how times have changed! Barely a week passes without an intriguing new entry appearing, featuring anachronistic sleuths from right across the spread of history. From ancient Rome (as in the novels of Lindsey Davis and Stephen Saylor) to the First World War (as in the railway detective sequence of Andrew Martin), there is an avalanche of new historical crime. Accordingly, it has become harder and harder for writers to produce something new. But that is precisely what Rory Clements has done, and Prince is proof that he is one of the most able practitioners in the genre. A year before this novel, Clements created something of a stir when he won the Ellis Peters Historical Crime Fiction Prize (named after one of the great talents in the genre) in the teeth of some serious opposition. This new entry is likely to enjoy a similar level of favourable attention, featuring (once again) his doughty protagonist John Shakespeare (no prizes for guessing who Clements' sleuth is related to).
In Prince, John Shakespeare has his most challenging investigation. It’s the spring of 1595, and plague stalks the land, along with massive political unrest. Bomb attacks on the Dutch immigrant community will have a seismic effect on John’s turbulent life.
There is a veritable cornucopia of elements to praise here, not least the vivid and idiomatic historical detail which is always integrated into the narrative, and never allowed to draw attention to itself in any conspicuous fashion. The plotting is as adroit as we have come to expect from Clements, and continues to surprise the reader at every turn. But perhaps the real pleasure of the book is the central character. John Shakespeare is one of the great historical sleuths, a multifaceted creation who is the perfect conduit to lead the reader through this baffling and dangerous period. --Barry Forshaw --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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'A cracking plot full of twists right up to the last minute. I look forweard to the next'
(Sunday Express )'Beautifully done . . . alive and tremendously engrossing'
(Daily Telegraph )'A colourful history lesson . . . exciting narrative twists'
(Sunday Telegraph )'Enjoyable, bloody and brutish'
(Guardian )'An engrossing thriller'
(Washington Post )'An excellent debut'
(Publishers Weekly )'This is a historical thriller to send a shiver down your spine . . . atmospheric - the evocation of the filth and debauchery of London is quite exceptional. Clements demonstrates the compelling eye for detail and character that Bernard Cornwell so memorably brought to Rifleman Sharpe . . . I could not tear myself away, it is that good'
(Daily Mail )'A genuine page turner, and cleverly weaves in real historical events and personalities. Fans will not be disappointed'
(Eastern Daily Press )'Intriguing . . . wonderfully graphic and descriptive. Clements richly deserves the accolade: "faster moving than C J Sansom" '
(Bookbag )'Clements' thrilling murder mysteries are a real cut above . . . steeped in authentic 16th-century politics, the plots are complex and clever, and the characters believable and engrossing. But his greatest gift is the ability to bring to life the squalor, intrigue and perils of Tudor London and amidst it all create a superbly tense and entertaining mystery. Roll on Mr Shakespeare's Act IV'
(Lancashire Evening Post )'This very well-plotted, erudite, historical mystery has many twists and turns which make for a very vivid and fast story line. A very absorbing read with a real quality, similar in style but perhaps faster moving, than books by James Forrester or C J Sansom . . . I was completely transfixed whilst reading it and did not want it to end. I consider it one of the best books I've read this year. I will certainly look out for more stories by this very talented writer'
(Eurocrime )'Blending fact with fiction Clements tells a rip-roaring yarn with vigour and energy and a huge enthusiasm for the period . . . Prince is a novel lacking neither action nor spice. An undeniably enjoyable and lively plot that gathers pace and excitement throughout . . . A devilishly good read'
(Crime Time )'There is a veritable cornucopia of elements to praise here . . . John Shakespeare is one of the great historical sleuths'
(Barry Forshaw )'Prince is action packed, and its pages are filled with intricate layers of deception. The late Elizabethan world is brilliantly portrayed with exciting narrative twists. . . . Historical detail is expertly integrated into sophisticated plot strands to create a seamless whole . . . This novel is extremely intelligent and exceptionally well written. I could not put it down until I reached its final startling denouements'
(Historical Novels Review ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Loved this. Lived up to the "if you like CJ Sansom you will like this" label. Great plot, great characters. Captivated from beginning to end. Took it on holiday and could not put it down, which was good as the day I read it, it rained all day so I had plenty of time to sit down in our Lake District hotel, and read it cover to cover in a fantastic comfy chair, coffee on tap. More please!
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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Once again Rory Clements has produced a cracking adventure , that is full of intrigue and double dealing set in the England of 1593.England is a powder keg of rumour and fear and once again John Shakespear investigations take him from the Royal horse races to the opulent chambers of Black Luce`s brothel.The in-depth research and passion for the period takes the reader from the theatrical underworld of Marlowe and Kyd to the pain-wracked torture cells of priest-hunter Richard Topcliffe and into a explosive encounter at sea.This is the third outing of John Shakespear and for me he is now right up there with C.J.Samson Matthew Shardlake with this engrossing thriller that had me page turning into the early hour`s of the morning,more please as soon as possible.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
More Elizabethan skullduggery and intrigue from Mr Clements and every bit as good as the other two books. This time we have pensioner QE1 coming to the end of her reign and as the body count increases, the fight is on for her throne with an unknown pretender waiting in the wings.
Rory Clements characters are vibrant and he writes with great authority at an enjoyable pace as the plot evolves, twists and turns as any good thriller should, unlike the plodding narrative and somewhat dull characters of CJ Samsun.
The bawdy olde English is a joy to read - Highly recommended
Rory Clements characters are vibrant and he writes with great authority at an enjoyable pace as the plot evolves, twists and turns as any good thriller should, unlike the plodding narrative and somewhat dull characters of CJ Samsun.
The bawdy olde English is a joy to read - Highly recommended
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Prince by rory clements
Check all the pages are there before you start.A printing/ manufacturing error. My copy was missing pages between 292-341.A great read up to this point.
Published 14 days ago by Ahashaker
'It's OK' just about sums it up
I'm always suspicious when publishers try to flog a new book by slapping a label on it - especially one that tells me that I'm bound to enjoy it, because it's just like something... Read more
Published 14 days ago by Bookwoman
Good delivery - but mainly by the post office!
Great delivery - came well before estimated date.
Book itself - errm, readable and lively, but too full of badder-than-bad-baddies and better-than-good-goodies (apart... Read more
Book itself - errm, readable and lively, but too full of badder-than-bad-baddies and better-than-good-goodies (apart... Read more
Published 21 days ago by Hippolyta
Being a teacher, giving full marks is not something i often do
but the john shakespeare books are really good. I cannot be having writers like gregory who distort fact but clements actually reveals facts e. Read more
Published 29 days ago by L. Turner
High praise for Rory Clements.
Rory Clements is an author who has the ability to paint pictures of scenes in his writings and take the reader into the period that he is writing about. Read more
Published 1 month ago by PERCY
Not quite a Prince
Although I enjoyed this book it was not as good as Rory Clements previous books. However it will not stop me buying his new novel.
Published 1 month ago by Gerry G
Prince
Thoroughly enjoyed the book, but must read his two previous books to understand who is who and what each person is related too.
Published 1 month ago by carolyn
Another Explosive Historical Masterpiece!
Rory Clements delivered 2 great novels in Martyr and Revenger. When purchasing Prince, the third in in the Shakespeare series, I was hoping he had managed to keep up the high... Read more
Published 1 month ago by 1fcscout
KIndle Price
I would love to but this book but I think the price of the kindle edition is a rip off. It should be considerably cheaper.
Published 2 months ago by robert hall
An Explosive Keg!
This is the third outing for John Shakespeare working as an Intelligencer for Robert Cecil and Rory Clements has once again delivered an explosive keg of a novel! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Gella
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