Traitor's Codex

Although this is book 7 in a series, this was the first one I picked up and could not put down!!! While it was clear some history was referenced to previous titles, it didn't hinder my ability to enjoy this book and follow Crispen Guest as he dealt with a con-artist double, murder, threats to his life, and a mysterious tome that is the Gospel of Judas. Highly recommend!!

This is a very enjoyable fast paced book. Although it can be read as a stand alone, I wish I had read the previous 6 books. Crispin Guest had been a respected knight in the service of John of Gaunt but fell from grace for taking part in a treasonous plot to overthrow Richard II. In this book, he is impoverished, but surviving by helping solve crimes. He is unexpectedly given an old book written in an unknown cipher. As he asks scholars for help, they are each murdered.

If historical murder mysteries, particularly those set in the 14th century are your genre, start at the beginning and enjoy them all in order; you won't be disappointed.

Mysterious books, murders, saints, and an unforgettable protagonist. Although this isn’t the first book in the series, it works fine as a stand alone. There’s plenty of intrigue as a book that could challenge the reigning Christian church is handed off to Crispin. A wonderful historical mystery that will keep you captivated.