About “The Secret World of Christoval Alvarez”
England, 1586. Treason threatens the very heart of the nation. England is awash with traitors plotting to assassinate Queen Elizabeth I and bring about a foreign invasion. Young physician Christoval Alvarez, a refugee from the horrors of the Portuguese Inquisition, is coerced into becoming a code-breaker and agent in Sir Francis Walsingham's secret service at the behest of the Crown. In the race to thwart the plot, who will triumph the ruthless conspirators or the equally ruthless State? An enthralling historical mystery with an exceptional twist, perfect for fans of S. J. Parris, D. V. Bishop and C. J. Sansom. (Description courtesy of Penguin Random House.)
Book details
- First published
- 2022
- Latest edition
- 2022 · ISBN 9798217262427
- Pages
- 352
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The Secret World of Christoval Alvarez by Ann Swinfen has 352 pages.
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