Grave Goods

Ariana Franklin

Mar 2009 · Sold by Penguin

About this ebook

The "richly detailed, almost indecently thrilling" (New York Times) follow up to The Serpent's Tale

When a fire at Glastonbury Abbey reveals two skeletons, rumor has it they may belong to King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. King Henry II hopes so, for it would help him put down a rebellion in Wales, where the legend of Celtic savior Arthur is strong. To make certain, he sends Adelia Aguilar, his Mistress of the Art of Death, to Glastonbury to examine the skeletons.

At the same time, the investigation into the abbey fire will be overseen by the Bishop of St. Albans, father of Adelia's daughter. Trouble is, someone at Glastonbury doesn't want either mystery solved, and is prepared to kill to prevent it...

Ratings and reviews

A good mystery & extra adventures set in an interesting historical time. Believable 'romance' between adults. Best of the sequels. I like the conceit of this series. Minus one star bc I felt the writing could have been elevated.

A joy and treat to read. Intrigue, drama, and educational. Romance that's not dumbed down. And cleverly and creatively enticing to all one's senses.

Best female protagonist I've read in a long, long time. Love this book.

About the author

Ariana Franklin is the pen name of British writer Diana Norman. A bestselling author and former journalist, she lives in England with her husband, the film critic Barry Norman.