14th Century Devon: Peter Bruther flees his master, Sir William Beauscyr, in a time when to do so could earn him a brutal punishment. Having presented himself as a tin miner to the king, who gives him the status of a serf, he is safe from the claims of Sir William. But when Bruther's body is found hanging from a tree, Simon and Sir Baldwin must investigate a cold-blooded murder.

Author Biography

Michael Jecks gave up a career in the computer industry to concentrate on writing and the study of medieval history. A regular speaker at library and literary events, he is a past Chairman of the Crime Writers' Association. He lives with his wife, children, and dogs in northern Dartmoor.