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The Abbot's Gibbet (A Medieval West Country Mystery) (Paperback)

by Michael Jecks (Author)
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  • Paperback: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Headline; New Ed edition (12 Nov 1998)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0747255989
  • ISBN-13: 978-0747255987
  • Product Dimensions: 17.9 x 11.2 x 2.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 175,131 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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It is 1319.  Tavistock's fair has drawn merchants to Devon from all over England and beyond.  Although the influx of visitors and their money puts temptation in the way of cut-purses and other villains, no one expects a murder.  So butcher Will Ruby is shocked to discover a headless corpse.

Former Knight Templar Sir Baldwin Furnshill, Keeper of the King's Peace, and Simon Puttock, Bailiff of Lydford, have just arrived in Tavistock as guests of Abbot Robert Champeaux when the body is found.  When the Abbot asks Simon and Baldwin to investigate, they can hardly refuse.  But with an unidentifiable victim, they're badly hampered in their inquiries.

Can Simon and Baldwin unravel the complex web of intrigue that has brought death to Tavistock, as the undercurrent of anger and violence that lies beneath the bustling activity of the fair grows ever fiercer?



About the Author

Michael Jecks gave up a career in the computer industry to concentrate on writing and the study of medieval history, especially that of Devon and Cornwall. He lives with his family in northern Dartmoor.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Well researched with local interest and gripping writing, 19 Oct 2001
By Mrs. Rachel Derrington (Devon) - See all my reviews
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The historical detail is meticulous and detailed in the author's note. It is particularly interesting to one who lives in Devon or has special interests in the place or time. There is a marvellous description of hunting with dogs,showing the excitement and feel of the chase which is one of the best descriptions I have ever read and brings the whole scene to life.
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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fifth in a Sparkling Series, 13 Jan 2007
By J. Chippindale (England) - See all my reviews
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This is the fifth book in Michael Jeck's entertaining Knights Templar Mysteries. The main characters Sir Baldwin de Furnshill, Keeper of the King's Peace and his friend the Bailiff Simon Puttock are now old friends to the reader. Combine the inter action between the main characters with the beautiful background of west country Devon and it is obvious that Michael Jecks is on to a winner with his increasingly popular books.

Medieval novels are becoming increasingly popular with the reading public and there are a number of well written books by authors such as Paul Doherty, Bernard Knight, Susanna Gregory, to name but a few. Michael Jecks is steadily getting himself on a par with these fine novelists.

Sir Baldwin de Furnshill and his close friend the Bailiff Simon Puttock are visiting Tavistock, as guests of the Abbot, intending to enjoy the fair and all the town has to offer. Responsible for justice in the area, the Abbot enlists the help of his friends when a headless body is found. But there is one big problem. How can they identify the victim without first finding the head?
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5.0 out of 5 stars Jecks Writes It, I Read It, 23 Jul 2009
By P. Schaum "prussblue" (St. Louis area, MO USA) - See all my reviews
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I confess to being a devoted Jecks fan. He is an author who takes pride in producing quality tale and enjoyment for his readers. Jecks, and b. Knight, are the two authors I have found worthwhile following.
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