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The Tudor Secret

The Elizabeth I Spymaster Chronicles, Book 1

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The Tudor Secret

By: C. W. Gortner
Narrated by: Steve West
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The era of the Tudors was one of danger, intrigue, conspiracy, and, above all, spies.

The summer of 1553 is a time of danger and deceit. Brendan Prescott, an orphan, has been reared in the household of the powerful Dudley family. Brought to court, Prescott finds himself sent on an illicit mission to the king’s brilliant but enigmatic sister, Princess Elizabeth. But Brendan is soon compelled to work as a double agent by Elizabeth’s protector, William Cecil, who promises in exchange to help him unravel the secret of his own mysterious past.

A dark plot swirls around Elizabeth’s quest to discover the truth about the ominous disappearance of her seriously ill brother, King Edward VI. With only a bold stable boy and an audacious lady-in-waiting at his side, Brendan plunges into a ruthless gambit of half-truths, lies, and murder.

Filled with the intrigue and pageantry of Tudor England, The Tudor Secret is the first book in the Elizabeth I Spymaster Chronicles.

©2011 C. W. Gortner (P)2011 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Historical Mystery Fiction Royalty Espionage Emotionally Gripping Exciting Tudor

Critic reviews

"Gortner handles action with aplomb, adding a riveting, fast-paced thriller to the crowded genre of Tudor fiction." ( Publishers Weekly)
"An exciting, vividly rendered story of intrigue and espionage." ( Booklist)
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I'm sure it's a good story but narrator was so bad I stopped after two hours :(
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The narrator, as others have commented, was quite annoying at times - some particular character voices were agonising to listen to, as well as mispronunciation throughout, especially regarding a couple of place names. The story however was easy to listen to, not necessarily the best of the bunch but quite enjoyable, would recommend if you enjoy stories relating to the Tudors.

easy story, annoying narration.

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The narration is just awful. Like a sit com. A shame for the writer. Unless it’s him narrating.

Dreadful narrator

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narrator was very good and coped with the many characters well. story line was too fanciful for me , I dont believe a lowly servant could ever have spoken to the aristocracy and royalty as he did. that aside I found it quite enjoyable listening.

A good listen, well narrated

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Great to get back to historical thrillers. Exciting storyline set around the turbulent end of Edward's reign. Good characters, well written and exciting pace.

A Good Romp

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