Secret Lament

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Author: Roz Southey

Category: Other3

Published: 1996

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In 18th century Newcastle, when a murder is discovered, musician Charles Patterson fears the woman he loves may be next.Italian actors...French spies...At least the thugs are English...Charles Patterson is not happy. It's the hottest June for years, he's stuck in musical rehearsals with a family of Italians, some local ruffians are after his blood, and someone is trying to break into the house of Esther Jerdoun, the woman he loves. When a murder is discovered, he fears Esther may be next. It's time to ask some tough questions. Who is the strange man masquerading under a false name? Are there spies abroad in Newcastle? Why is a psalm-teacher keeping vigil over a house in the town? And can Patterson find the murderer before he strikes again?