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A young girl’s disappearance hints at a disturbing truth...

When novice Emma Thorgold goes missing from Godstow Abbey in the summer of 1353, the hunt is on throughout the Oxfordshire countryside for any sign of where she could have gone.

Bookseller Nicholas Elyot and scholar Jordain Brinkylsworth are anxious to help the girl, but her stepfather has other, more sinister intentions.

Why is he so determined to shut her away for life? Or worse? And will she be found unharmed?

A truly gripping historical mystery with twists and turns aplenty, perfect for fans of S. W. Perry, Graham Brack and Ellis Peters.

The Novice's Tale: A historical adventure full of

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    A Paperback / softback by Ann Swinfen

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      Publisher: Canelo
      Publication Date: 11/07/2022
      ISBN13: 9781804361030, 978-1804361030
      ISBN10: 1804361038
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      A young girl’s disappearance hints at a disturbing truth...

      When novice Emma Thorgold goes missing from Godstow Abbey in the summer of 1353, the hunt is on throughout the Oxfordshire countryside for any sign of where she could have gone.

      Bookseller Nicholas Elyot and scholar Jordain Brinkylsworth are anxious to help the girl, but her stepfather has other, more sinister intentions.

      Why is he so determined to shut her away for life? Or worse? And will she be found unharmed?

      A truly gripping historical mystery with twists and turns aplenty, perfect for fans of S. W. Perry, Graham Brack and Ellis Peters.

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