Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
304
Language
English
Published
Apr 28, 2020
Publisher
Severn House
ISBN-10
0727892533
ISBN-13
9780727892539
Description
In the shadowy streets of 16th century London, a gripping tale unfolds as the Black Death re-emerges, wreaking havoc and chaos. The atmosphere is thick with fear, and every corner echoes with the demise of loved ones. Amidst this turmoil, the renowned playwright Christopher Marlowe finds himself embroiled in a puzzling mystery that transcends mere survival. His brilliant mind, often clouded by the tumult of the times, races to piece together unsettling truths as death looms ominously.
As the city grapples with its mortality, the lines between fiction and reality blur. Marlowe, navigating through a society riddled with mistrust and betrayal, becomes a reluctant detective. He encounters a cast of vivid characters, each with their secrets and motives, contributing to the labyrinthine intrigue that envelops him. With each twist and turn, he must confront not only the plague, but also the darker aspects of human nature laid bare by despair.
Tension escalates as Marlowe’s search for answers leads him deeper into a web of deception, where every revelation brings him closer to danger. The stakes heighten, not only for him but also for the fate of those he holds dear. In a world where certainty is but a fleeting illusion, Marlowe’s quest for truth becomes a race against time, with the specter of death ever present.
In a vivid portrayal of a city on the brink, the narrative delves into themes of mortality, art, and the resilience of the human spirit. The struggles of Marlowe resonate with the timeless question of what it means to face an inevitable end while searching for meaning in the turmoil of life.
As the city grapples with its mortality, the lines between fiction and reality blur. Marlowe, navigating through a society riddled with mistrust and betrayal, becomes a reluctant detective. He encounters a cast of vivid characters, each with their secrets and motives, contributing to the labyrinthine intrigue that envelops him. With each twist and turn, he must confront not only the plague, but also the darker aspects of human nature laid bare by despair.
Tension escalates as Marlowe’s search for answers leads him deeper into a web of deception, where every revelation brings him closer to danger. The stakes heighten, not only for him but also for the fate of those he holds dear. In a world where certainty is but a fleeting illusion, Marlowe’s quest for truth becomes a race against time, with the specter of death ever present.
In a vivid portrayal of a city on the brink, the narrative delves into themes of mortality, art, and the resilience of the human spirit. The struggles of Marlowe resonate with the timeless question of what it means to face an inevitable end while searching for meaning in the turmoil of life.