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Three for a Letter: A John the Eunuch Mystery
In 539 AD, John the Lord Chamberlain investigates a murder amidst political intrigue. Prophetic goats, a protective whale, and amorous companions complicate his case. Can John and his allies solve the mystery before facing the wrath of the Empress?
"... those who appreciate strong historical backgrounds and solid plotting will get their money's worth." ― Publishers Weekly
"... those who appreciate strong historical backgrounds and solid plotting will get their money's worth." ― Publishers Weekly
Hardcover
Published December 1, 2001
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Mary Reed
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Mary Reed and Eric Mayer began writing together in 1992. They have contributed to a number of anthologies such as Royal Whodunnits, MammothBook of Historical Whodunnits and Mammoth Book of Shakespearean Detectives, as well as to Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine. They have also published several short stories set in and around the 6th century Constantinople court of Emperor Justinian I as well as four (to date) novels about their protagonist John the Eunuch, Lord Chamberlain to the emperor. The series was listed as one of four Best Little-Known Series in Booklist Magazine in 2003, and a Greek edition of the first novel, One For Sorrow, appeared in late 2002. They live in Pennsylvania.
Mary Reed and Eric Mayer began writing together in 1992. They have contributed to a number of anthologies such as Royal Whodunnits, MammothBook of Historical Whodunnits and Mammoth Book of Shakespearean Detectives, as well as to Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine. They have also published several short stories set in and around the 6th century Constantinople court of Emperor Justinian I as well as four (to date) novels about their protagonist John the Eunuch, Lord Chamberlain to the emperor. The series was listed as one of four Best Little-Known Series in Booklist Magazine in 2003, and a Greek edition of the first novel, One For Sorrow, appeared in late 2002. They live in Pennsylvania.
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