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A Surfeit of Grief
Sevilla, 1502: When Thomas Berrington is sent to southern Spain by King Henry, he expects diplomacy—but instead finds danger, deceit, and death. Can Thomas uncover a killer’s identity before he becomes the next victim?
Accompanied by his trusted companion, the eunuch Jorge, Thomas’s mission is to aid marriage negotiations between Catherine of Aragon and Prince Harry. But their task turns deadly when one of Queen Isabel’s closest advisors is murdered. Amid Sevilla’s bustling trade in exotic flora, fauna, and riches from the New World, Thomas confronts a maze of suspects whose motives are buried beneath secrets as deep as the ocean.
To navigate this perilous web, Thomas enlists the help of Rosa, a resourceful herbalist, and Baracoa, a freed Native American whose intimate knowledge of the New World proves invaluable. Together, they uncover a trail of corruption and greed, discovering how seeds brought from distant shores have taken root in Spanish hearts, poisoning even the noblest intentions.
As Thomas and Jorge close in on the murderer, they realise the stakes are higher than they imagined. They must race against time to thwart a conspiracy threatening not only the marriage alliance but the very future of Spain. Yet, with every revelation, the question remains—are they already too late?
A surfeit of Grief is the latest thrilling entry in the Thomas Berrington Historical Mystery series, weaving danger, deception, and betrayal through a world poised on the brink of transformation.
Accompanied by his trusted companion, the eunuch Jorge, Thomas’s mission is to aid marriage negotiations between Catherine of Aragon and Prince Harry. But their task turns deadly when one of Queen Isabel’s closest advisors is murdered. Amid Sevilla’s bustling trade in exotic flora, fauna, and riches from the New World, Thomas confronts a maze of suspects whose motives are buried beneath secrets as deep as the ocean.
To navigate this perilous web, Thomas enlists the help of Rosa, a resourceful herbalist, and Baracoa, a freed Native American whose intimate knowledge of the New World proves invaluable. Together, they uncover a trail of corruption and greed, discovering how seeds brought from distant shores have taken root in Spanish hearts, poisoning even the noblest intentions.
As Thomas and Jorge close in on the murderer, they realise the stakes are higher than they imagined. They must race against time to thwart a conspiracy threatening not only the marriage alliance but the very future of Spain. Yet, with every revelation, the question remains—are they already too late?
A surfeit of Grief is the latest thrilling entry in the Thomas Berrington Historical Mystery series, weaving danger, deception, and betrayal through a world poised on the brink of transformation.
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Published December 13, 2025
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December 19, 2025
Enjoyed…
I enjoyed this more than I expected. I was not excited about Thomas returning to Spain. I felt that he only recently returned to England. I also didn’t like the thought of him being away from his children again.
However, I ended up enjoying the fact that Thomas got to see Queen Isabel again. I wish he had been able to be reacquainted with Olaf as well.
I also appreciated Thomas in battle again. In recent books he is depicted as a doddering old man which I don’t particularly like. The series is still The Thomas Berrington series. I prefer to see him still as a fierce fighter, a skilled physician and a competent investigator. As well as a loving father and friend.
I look forward to the next book in the series.
I enjoyed this more than I expected. I was not excited about Thomas returning to Spain. I felt that he only recently returned to England. I also didn’t like the thought of him being away from his children again.
However, I ended up enjoying the fact that Thomas got to see Queen Isabel again. I wish he had been able to be reacquainted with Olaf as well.
I also appreciated Thomas in battle again. In recent books he is depicted as a doddering old man which I don’t particularly like. The series is still The Thomas Berrington series. I prefer to see him still as a fierce fighter, a skilled physician and a competent investigator. As well as a loving father and friend.
I look forward to the next book in the series.
January 17, 2026
I absolutely love this series finding both Thomas & Jorge a great duo. The subtraction of Will, Amal, Usaden & the rest of the cast felt like a throw back to the early books in the series. I plan on rereading/listening to the whole series again later this year. I’d have rated this book higher as there seemed to be a lot of meandering & struggles to see where the storyline was going. While the end felt rushed.
December 29, 2025
Penny does it again
Another intriguing mystery,for Thomas and Jorge to solve. Twists and turns at every stage. The body count rises,will put heroes survive?
Another intriguing mystery,for Thomas and Jorge to solve. Twists and turns at every stage. The body count rises,will put heroes survive?
January 1, 2026
Excellent Reading
As always, another great book from my favourite author and series. The pace, the mystery, and the characters are amazing
As always, another great book from my favourite author and series. The pace, the mystery, and the characters are amazing
January 4, 2026
Excellent
An excellent book. Not quite as rich as the early books in the series but very enjoyable. A good read
An excellent book. Not quite as rich as the early books in the series but very enjoyable. A good read
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