'Mel Starr's writing is superb. And the stories themselves are captivating. Highly recommended.' Davis Bunn, internationally bestselling author To bring justice, Master Hugh must foil the corrupt power of great men. Many medieval scholars discontinued their university studies before completing their degree. Some lacked funds; others became bored with a scholar's life. Occasionally these young men formed lawless bands, robbing and raping and creating chaos. They were called goliards. In Deeds of Darkness Master Hugh learns that the Bampton coroner, an old friend, has been slain while traveling to Oxford. As he seeks the killer (or killers) he discovers a band of goliards in the area between Oxford and Bampton. But how to apprehend these youths? They have protectors far above Hugh's station. He must deal with the claims of justice on the one hand and the power of great men to protect their henchmen on the other.

The suspects of Master Hugh's murder investigation are being protected by someone with great authority.

About the Author
Mel Starr is the author of the successful Chronicles of Hugh de Singleton series. He was born and grew up in Kalamazoo, Michigan. After graduating with a MA in history from Western Michigan University in 1970, hetaught history in Michigan public schools for thirty-nine years. Since retiring, he has focused on writing full time. Mel and his wife, Susan, have two daughters and eight grandchildren.

Reviews
"Mel Starr's writing is superb. And the stories themselves are captivating. Highly recommended." -- Davis Bunn, internationally bestselling author
"Thoroughly enthralling and entertaining medieval crime... full of suspense, action, and delicious historical detail." -- Karen Maitland, author of The Plague Charmer



Book Information
ISBN 9781782642459
Author Mel Starr
Format Paperback
Page Count 176
Imprint Lion Fiction
Publisher SPCK Publishing