The latest historical mystery Cotton Malone must unravel involves the centuries old Bisley boy legend. This was a legend first written about by Brom Stoker though I had never heard of it until this novel. The gist is that Elizabeth I died at the young age of 13. Kat Ashley, who cared for the young Elizabeth, and Thomas Parry so feared Henry VIII that they convinced the son of Henry Fitzroy (Henry VIII illegitimate first-born), who bore a striking resemblance to his half-sister, to pose as the young Princess. In The King's Deception, Malone and his son are caught up between the forces who want to reveal ancient proof that the legend is true and those forces who are willing to do whatever is necessary to keep this secret from ever seeing the light of day.
It was an interesting what-if scenerio but I don't think anyone seriously believes this legend to be true. But I appreciate Berry's effort to make a fun story out of an old "conspiracy theory" legend. Queen Elizabeth as a man- fun to contemplate.
It was an interesting what-if scenerio but I don't think anyone seriously believes this legend to be true. But I appreciate Berry's effort to make a fun story out of an old "conspiracy theory" legend. Queen Elizabeth as a man- fun to contemplate.
Eadie B. (eadieburke) -
Cotton Malone is back in Steve Berry's new international adventure, The King's Deception, which blends gripping contemporary political intrigue, Tudor treachery and high-octane thrills. A long-buried secret that calls into question the legitimacy of the entire forty-five-year reign of Elizabeth I, the last Tudor monarch who completed the conquest of Ireland and seized much of its land. Antrim Blake also has a more personal agenda - a twisted game of revenge in which Gary, Cotton's son, is a pawn.
I really enjoyed learning all about the Tudors in this action-packed adventure. It has sparked an interest to read more about Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. I found the characters to be very interesting, good and bad abound. The plot was riveting from the beginning until the surprise ending. Can't wait to read the next Cotton Malone. I would have to mark this one down as my favorite so far. I would highly recommend this series to those who love historical fiction.
I really enjoyed learning all about the Tudors in this action-packed adventure. It has sparked an interest to read more about Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. I found the characters to be very interesting, good and bad abound. The plot was riveting from the beginning until the surprise ending. Can't wait to read the next Cotton Malone. I would have to mark this one down as my favorite so far. I would highly recommend this series to those who love historical fiction.
If you are really into English history this book is for you. If not, let it go.
