The Poyson Garden - first US edition

by Karen Harper - signed

Under virtual house arrest at Hatfield during the reign of half-sister Mary, Elizabeth Tudor occasionally escapes her guardians through use of deceit and disguise. After learning of a plot to poison the remaining Boleyns - herself included, of course - she quickly enlists the help of her very own "privy and covert" council: her childhood governess, her groom, a female herbalist, and a talented actor. Together they sleuth, pooling resources, gathering clues, and finally identifying the poisoners. Mary Tudor's England is realistically re-created in this series launch, and Elizabeth's servants prove a lively band. But in this Elizabeth, Harper has created an inspired if historically unlikely heroine. A fun read, regardless.

Book has oatmeal boards quarter bound with burgundy cloth, with the title in gold on the spine; 320 pages with dimensions (in inches) of 1.25 x 8.75 x 5.75. Unread. Signed and dated on the date of publication by the author.

Jacket is in fine, unclipped condition, price intact at $21.95, mylar protected.