“In the interim there was an urgent mission that he would like Luke to complete. It was to save the life of a man revered by both his own late father Charles I, and by Luke’s late commander, The Lord Protector.”
– an excerpt from the book
Author Reputation Press is honored to publish “The Malevolent Isle: Murder, Magic and Mystery: Yorkshire 1660” by Geoff Quaife. This book is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and the ARPress website.
”The Malevolent Isle: Murder, Magic and Mystery: Yorkshire 1660″ by Geoff Quaife explores a captivating narrative set against the backdrop of 17th-century Yorkshire. The book intricately weaves together themes of murder, magic, and mystery, promising readers a thrilling adventure that delves into the enchanting and perilous world of the period.
Author Geoff Quaife, born and educated in Melbourne, Australia, has been a university lecturer, historian, and academic administrator, spending most of his working life in Armidale in regional NSW. He is the author of academic works on witchcraft and sexuality and the fifteen earlier Luke Tremayne adventures.
The story presents Luke’s first mission for the incoming King which is to investigate the administration of an aging autocratic peer who is also a purveyor of magic. This marquis is undermined by a rebellious son who openly supports the work of an outlawed Catholic priest—and indulges in shady land deals. Luke’s investigation confronts a defrocked Anglican vicar, several promiscuous women, and a series of murders whose motives may lie in the present or in the distant past.
Key themes to be explored in the book include magic and mystery, reflecting the complexities of human experience during the era. The setting of Yorkshire in 1660 serves as a rich tapestry for the unfolding drama, featuring historical elements that enhance the storyline and immerse readers in the mysteries of the past.
In summary, “The Malevolent Isle: Murder, Magic and Mystery: Yorkshire 1660” promises a thrilling narrative enriched with historical depth and captivating events.
“The Malevolent Isle: Murder, Magic and Mystery: Yorkshire 1660” by Geoff Quaife is now available for purchase via ARPress Bookstore: https://authorreputationpress.com/bookstore/the-malevolent-isle-murder-magic-and-mystery-yorkshire-1660/.