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  • Revelation

  • Shardlake, Book 4
  • By: C. J. Sansom
  • Narrated by: Steven Crossley
  • Length: 21 hrs and 2 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,672 ratings)

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Revelation

By: C. J. Sansom
Narrated by: Steven Crossley
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Summary

Perfect for fans of Hilary Mantel and Philippa Gregory, C. J. Sansom's bestselling adventures of Matthew Shardlake continue in the fourth book, the haunting Revelation.

'When it comes to intriguing Tudor-based narratives, Hilary Mantel has a serious rival' - Sunday Times
‘Sansom has the trick of writing an enthralling narrative. Like Hilary Mantel, he produces densely textured historical novels that absorb their readers in another time’ - Andrew Taylor, Spectator

England, 1543: King Henry VIII is wooing Lady Catherine Parr, whom he wants for his sixth wife. But this time the object of his affections is resisting. Archbishop Cranmer and the embattled Protestant faction at court are watching keenly, for Lady Catherine is known to have reformist sympathies.

Matthew Shardlake, meanwhile, is working on the case of a teenage boy, a religious maniac locked in the Bedlam hospital for the insane. Should he be released to his parents, when his terrifying actions could lead to him being burned as a heretic?

When an old friend is horrifically murdered Shardlake promises his widow, for whom he has long had complicated feelings, to bring the killer to justice. His search leads him to both Cranmer and Catherine Parr –and with the dark prophecies of the Book of Revelation.

As London's Bishop Bonner prepares a purge of Protestants, Shardlake, together with his assistant, Jack Barak, and his friend, Guy Malton, follows the trail of a series of horrific murders that shake them to the core, and which are already bringing frenzied talk of witchcraft and a demonic possession – for what else would the Tudor mind make of a serial killer . . .?

The atmosphere and tension of the Tudor world is brought to life in this gripping bestselling historical series, which continues with Revelation, Heartstone, Lamentation and Tombland.

©2008 C. J. Sansom (P)2014 Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd.
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Really enjoyed this book best I've read to date.

Great story, the narration is excellent and characterisation consistent across the books. already download the next one.

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revelation

Another great mystery solved by Shardlake.
Continuing intrigue within the political landscape of Tudor England which is richly brought to life by a superb narrator.

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Another amazing rich and wonderful tale!

The reader is transported back to medieval England with such intricate descriptive detail you could almost yourself living amongst the people. Incredible novel and therefore 5 stars!

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Brilliant story telling

This series of books is just incredible if you love historical fiction based on historical events and people . The stories are so well written and characters so attractive that i can’t wait to go to bed at night and for car journeys :)) Can’t wait to start the next one :)

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Another thoroughly riveting audible book

What did you like most about Revelation?

I love the Shardlake series very interesting lots of twists and turns in the story.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Revelation?

Thinking for one terrible moment that Mathew may not make it out alive this time.

Which scene did you most enjoy?

Towards the end of the book wondering who the killer was.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

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another good read/listen

love the narrator, he brings the characters to life and I'm looking forward to the next one.

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Fantastic series!

As a lover of Tudor history I have really enjoyed these books so far. Although it's fiction with the famous characters of the time being part of the story it makes the story come to life. Shardlake is becoming an obsession, can't wait to get straight on to the next book!

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First class!

Well written and excellent narration. Story was well constructed. Thoroughly enjoyed, on to next in the series!

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Great Listen

Sansom yet again weaves a great story. Steven Crossley brings the story alive

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Excellent

An edge of the seat, dark thriller. Brilliantly written, I love the Shardlake series of books.

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