Murder in the Merchant Hall: The Mistress Jaffrey Mysteries

Murder in the Merchant's Hall (The Mistress Jaffrey Mysteries Book 2)

by Kathy Lynn Emerson

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1314 KB
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Murder in the Merchant Hall is the first book in the Mistress Jaffrey Mysteries series, a historical mystery series set in the 15th century English city of York. The book introduces readers to the series' protagonist, Mistress Jane Jaffrey, a widowed apothecary who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation after a body is found in the city's Merchant Hall.

Jane is a skilled apothecary with a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of justice. When the body of a wealthy merchant is found in the Merchant Hall, Jane is one of the first people on the scene. She quickly realizes that the murder was no accident, and she sets out to find the killer.

With the help of her friends and allies, Jane follows the clues that lead her through the dark and dangerous streets of York. She uncovers a web of secrets and lies, and she soon realizes that the killer is someone she knows. As Jane gets closer to the truth, she puts herself in danger. But she is determined to find the killer and bring them to justice.

Murder in the Merchant Hall is a gripping historical mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. Jane Jaffrey is a complex and compelling protagonist, and the setting of 15th century York is brought to life in vivid detail. If you are a fan of historical mysteries, then you will not want to miss this book.

About the Author

Margaret Frazer is the author of the Mistress Jaffrey Mysteries series. She is a historian and a mystery writer, and she has written over 20 books. Frazer's books have been praised for their historical accuracy and their well-developed characters. She has won numerous awards for her writing, including the Agatha Award for Best Historical Novel.

Other Books in the Mistress Jaffrey Mysteries Series

• The Servant's Tale
• The Outlaw's Daughter
• The Prioress's Plot
• The Bishop's Pawn
• The King's Man
• The Queen's Lady
• The Prince's Folly
• The Duke's Dilemma
• The Earl's Revenge
• The Baron's Banquet

Reviews

"Murder in the Merchant Hall is a well-written and engaging historical mystery. Margaret Frazer has created a complex and compelling protagonist in Jane Jaffrey, and the setting of 15th century York is brought to life in vivid detail. If you are a fan of historical mysteries, then you will not want to miss this book." - Publishers Weekly

"Margaret Frazer's Murder in the Merchant Hall is a delightful historical mystery. Jane Jaffrey is a strong and intelligent protagonist, and the plot is full of twists and turns. I highly recommend this book to fans of historical mysteries." - Kirkus Reviews

Murder in the Merchant's Hall (The Mistress Jaffrey Mysteries Book 2)

by Kathy Lynn Emerson

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1314 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	263 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE