Magic in the Weave (Gabriel Taverner Mystery)

October, 1604. When a member of Shakespeare's theatre troupe collapses in Plymouth, after performing a violent supernatural play to a packed audience, physician-sleuth Gabriel Taverner finds himself caught in a waking nightmare. For the dying man has either brought plague with him from London - or something even worse .

Reviews

Excellent . Clare matches well-drawn characters, in particular the charismatic lead, with a head-scratching puzzle and creepy atmospherics. Imogen Robertson fans will be pleased * Publishers Weekly Starred Review of The Indigo Ghosts *
A gripping and unique page-turner that juxtaposes brutal realism with an astonishing, otherworldly, magical adventure . A real standout * Booklist on The Indigo Ghosts *
Wonderfully authentic period details, larger-than-life characters, a thought-provoking plot, and an affecting and powerful conclusion make this one of Clare's best * Booklist Starred Review of The Angel in the Glass *
Impressive ... The mystery satisfies with a tragic, far-reaching conclusion. Clare reinforces her place among the top rank of historical writers * Publishers Weekly on The Angel in the Glass *
A superb storyteller whose clever, twisty plots; believable characters, and skilful writing will engross the reader from first page to last * Booklist Starred Review of A Rustle of Silk *