Hugh Corbett Medieval Mysteries Series by Paul Doherty 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Hymn to Murder
Mother Midnight
Realm of Darkness
Banners of Hell
Immortal Murder

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Headline

Overview
Step into the shadowed streets and candlelit courts of medieval England with the Hugh Corbett Medieval Mysteries Collection, five paperback novels by acclaimed historical crime writer Paul Doherty. Sir Hugh Corbett, Keeper of the Secret Seal, returns in Hymn to Murder, Mother Midnight, Realm of Darkness, Banners of Hell, and Immortal Murder to untangle conspiracies reaching from royal palaces to parish churches. Doherty's blend of period detail and twisting plots makes this set a rewarding find for readers who love historical fiction laced with detective puzzle-solving and political intrigue.

About the Books
Across all five novels in this collection, Paul Doherty continues the story of Sir Hugh Corbett, the shrewd royal clerk and investigator who has anchored this long-running series for decades. Each book stands as a complete mystery, so readers can start anywhere, yet together they form a satisfying continuation of Corbett's career serving the Crown. Doherty, a historian by training, grounds every plot in the real texture of the period: royal chanceries, ecclesiastical courts, guild politics, and the daily rhythms of medieval London and the English shires. Corbett's cases in Hymn to Murder, Mother Midnight, Realm of Darkness, Banners of Hell, and Immortal Murder move through churches, taverns, palaces, and battlefields, with suspects drawn from clergy, nobility, and common folk alike. Fans of the series will recognize Doherty's steady pacing and careful clue-laying, while newcomers will find each title accessible in its own right.

Key Benefits

• Complete 5-book paperback collection of the Hugh Corbett Medieval Mysteries series
• Written by acclaimed historical crime novelist Paul Doherty
• Rich, well-researched medieval settings from royal courts to parish churches
• Five complete standalone mysteries featuring the same beloved investigator
• Great gift for fans of historical fiction and detective puzzles
• Compact paperback format ideal for travel, gifting, or a home library

Book-by-Book Guide
Hymn to Murder — Sir Hugh Corbett is drawn into a case of murder and conspiracy set against the ceremony and politics of the royal court.
Mother Midnight — Corbett investigates a killing entangled with superstition and secrets that reach into the corridors of church and crown.
Realm of Darkness — A murder rooted in fear and religious tension in a troubled city tests Corbett's patience and deductive skill.
Banners of Hell — Corbett confronts a conspiracy that unfolds against the backdrop of heraldry, warfare, and courtly rivalry.
Immortal Murder — A fresh case sends Corbett back into the tangled loyalties of clergy, nobles, and officials in medieval England.

About the Author
Paul Doherty is a prolific British author of historical mystery novels, celebrated for his meticulous research and vivid recreation of medieval and ancient worlds. A trained historian, Doherty has produced numerous acclaimed series set in periods ranging from ancient Egypt to Tudor England. The Hugh Corbett Medieval Mysteries, following the career of a shrewd royal clerk and investigator, rank among his most enduring work. Doherty's storytelling combines authentic period detail with tightly constructed puzzles, earning him a devoted readership among fans of historical crime fiction.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This collection is a must-have for historical mystery lovers, offering five substantial paperbacks packed with intrigue, courtly danger, and clever detection. It makes a wonderful birthday or holiday gift, a stocking stuffer, or an addition to a summer reading stack, and Doherty's atmospheric medieval world rewards slow, attentive reading and repeat visits.

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