Why Kings Confess

Why Kings Confess

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Mar 4, 2014 · English · Hardcover (340 pages)
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Book Details

Format Hardcover
Pages 340
Language English
Published Mar 4, 2014
Publisher Obsidian
ISBN-10 0451417550
ISBN-13 9780451417558

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Sebastian St. Cyr, an aristocratic investigator, finds himself entangled in a chilling mystery when a young French physician is discovered brutally murdered. Set against the backdrop of Regency England, the crime strikes a dissonant chord within the upper echelons of society, raising questions about loyalty, honor, and the dark secrets lurking beneath sophisticated facades. The investigation reveals a tangled web of political intrigue and hidden agendas, forcing St. Cyr to confront the realities of a world where noble titles can't shield one from the shadows of betrayal.

As he meticulously unravels the threads of the case, St. Cyr is drawn deeper into the lives of the victim and potential suspects, each with their own motivations and pasts. He encounters whispers of treachery among the elite, challenging his understanding of justice and morality. The society he navigates not only reflects the tensions of the era but also reveals personal demons that St. Cyr must face.

With each revelation, the stakes rise, and the pressure mounts for St. Cyr to uncover the truth before more lives are lost. His keen intellect and unyielding determination lead him to question not just who is guilty, but what it means to confess in a world fraught with deception. In this gripping tale, the path of investigation intertwines with the complexities of human nature, compelling St. Cyr to delve deeper into the darkness to emerge with answers that could alter the course of his life forever.

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Mystery Action & Adventure History Health & Wellness Crime
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