The Traitor's Mark

Thomas Treviot has sent his man, Bart Miller, to Johannes Holbein for a design Treviot needed for his goldsmithing.  Unfortunately all he got back was a young lady with a note indicating that Bart had been involved in a fight at Holbein's place and subsequently been arrested.  It also appears that Holbein has disappeared.

Later Treviot is fearful when his presence is required by Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury.  However, Cranmer puts his mind at rest when he indicates that he too, is concerned about the welfare of Holbein.  However, Treviot is informed of conspiracies, which threaten Cranmer.  He is told that he must be a spy to find out about these conspiracies.

Treviot has Holbein's and Bart's children safely ensconced at his residence in Kent.  At least he thinks they are.  The children are taken, along with their governess, while Treviot is away at a meeting.  Has his host been involved in the kidnapping?  As Treviot continues his investigation and works to protect those close to him, he finds himself drawn into a political and religious whirlpool.

It would appear that all is lost when Holbein is captured by ruffians loyal to religious conspirators.  It is certain that Holbein has gone to his death.  Meantime, the religious strife seems to worsen.

Will the capture of the leader of the murderous gang be enough to free Treviot and his friends of his troubles?  Will it point to the people responsible for much of the religious strife, or just prolong the agony?  Author D. K. Wilson has woven an excellent story of murder plus political and religious intrigue during Tudor times.  It is an excellent read for fans of historical fiction.