Fiona Buckley is the author of twenty previous Ursula Blanchard mysteries. Under her real name, Valerie Anand, she is the author of numerous historical novels including the much-loved Bridges Over Time series. Brought up in London, she now lives in Surrey.
The charming spy again gives good value as she unearths secrets in an Elizabethan context * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> * Buckley's vivid portrayal of the resourceful, clever, and devious Ursula carries the plot. Readers will hope to continue seeing more of her * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> * The queen of Elizabethan historicals * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>The Scent of Danger * Plenty of exciting adventure spiked with a healthy dose of history * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>Shadow of Spain</b> * Atmospheric . . . Buckley makes full use of a fascinating time and place in British history * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>Forest of Secrets</b> * Ursula is a determined, intrepid sleuth . . . Another satisfying mix of mystery and Elizabethan history * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>The Scent of Danger</b> * Engrossing . . . Fans of Tudor historicals who value authentic period color will be rewarded * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>A Web of Silk</b> *