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Sir Law Kintour #2
The Intelligencer
May 1425 should have been a lovely spring month with the hard, deadly winter behind.
But a merchant has been murdered, and a mysterious letter he carried is missing, a letter valuable enough to kill for. Sir Law Kintour, still scrambling for a living in Perth, is forced by the ambitious Lord Sheriff of Perth to search for it — hurtling Sir Law into a mire of murder, double-dealing, and treason. Law faces his greatest challenge as he races to find the letter before someone else dies. Soon, not only his own life hangs in the balance, but the very fate of Scotland as well.
But a merchant has been murdered, and a mysterious letter he carried is missing, a letter valuable enough to kill for. Sir Law Kintour, still scrambling for a living in Perth, is forced by the ambitious Lord Sheriff of Perth to search for it — hurtling Sir Law into a mire of murder, double-dealing, and treason. Law faces his greatest challenge as he races to find the letter before someone else dies. Soon, not only his own life hangs in the balance, but the very fate of Scotland as well.
160 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 16, 2016
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About the author
J.R. Tomlin
38 books215 followersJ. R. Tomlin is the author of nineteen historical novels.
She has close ties with Scotland since her father was a native Scot, and she spent substantial time in Edinburgh whilst growing up. Her historical novels are set for the most part in Scotland. Her love of that nation is traced from the stories of the Bruce and Sir James her grandmother read to her when she was small, to hillwalking through the Cairngorms where the granite hills have a gorgeous red glow under the setting sun. Later, her writing was influenced by the work of authors such as Alexander Dumas and Victor Hugo.
When JR isn't writing, she enjoys hiking, playing with her Westie, and killing monsters in computer games. In addition to spending time in Scotland, she has traveled in the US, Europe and the Pacific Rim. She now lives in Oregon.
She has close ties with Scotland since her father was a native Scot, and she spent substantial time in Edinburgh whilst growing up. Her historical novels are set for the most part in Scotland. Her love of that nation is traced from the stories of the Bruce and Sir James her grandmother read to her when she was small, to hillwalking through the Cairngorms where the granite hills have a gorgeous red glow under the setting sun. Later, her writing was influenced by the work of authors such as Alexander Dumas and Victor Hugo.
When JR isn't writing, she enjoys hiking, playing with her Westie, and killing monsters in computer games. In addition to spending time in Scotland, she has traveled in the US, Europe and the Pacific Rim. She now lives in Oregon.
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January 28, 2020
Sir Law Kintour, Counterspy
A Private Investigator has no control over who wanders by next, seeking help. In this case, it begins as a simple missing person, a businessman who went out for a drink and never returned home.
The usual excellent characterizaton of this author pertains. His usual full regard for history soars to new heights, and the character's nose for trouble leads him to unpleasant official attention and a place in a noisome dungeon.
The high Sheriff himself gives Sir Law a choice, solve multiple murders, or rot in gaol. He chooses to investigate.
The story builds, as the investigation continues. The criminals attack and Sir Law finds himself in the middle of an international conspiracy pursued by the plotters.
The climax, when it arrives is done perfectly, a conspiracy is derailed, a plot is foiled, and a king is saved. For Sir Law, he receives an official assignment to continue doing officially what he has been doing privately. Can't wait for the next episode. Don't miss this one.
A Private Investigator has no control over who wanders by next, seeking help. In this case, it begins as a simple missing person, a businessman who went out for a drink and never returned home.
The usual excellent characterizaton of this author pertains. His usual full regard for history soars to new heights, and the character's nose for trouble leads him to unpleasant official attention and a place in a noisome dungeon.
The high Sheriff himself gives Sir Law a choice, solve multiple murders, or rot in gaol. He chooses to investigate.
The story builds, as the investigation continues. The criminals attack and Sir Law finds himself in the middle of an international conspiracy pursued by the plotters.
The climax, when it arrives is done perfectly, a conspiracy is derailed, a plot is foiled, and a king is saved. For Sir Law, he receives an official assignment to continue doing officially what he has been doing privately. Can't wait for the next episode. Don't miss this one.
June 3, 2018
This series just keeps getting better. I like the historical time period of 1420s Scotland, full of political intrigue, with a King not secure on his throne. Sir Law Kintour, a knight wounded badly in battle in France, is a compelling protagonist. Interesting characters and plots keep me reading as do the depictions of life in 15th century Perth. For fans, the fourth book is coming out in July 2018. So glad I don't have long to wait!
June 8, 2018
Loved the series
The mud almost squelched beneath my feet as I read the three Law Kintour books. I was transported to the long ago past and into the medieval world of Scotland. The stories were exciting and pulled me in. Hopefully not books will follow. Thank you.n
The mud almost squelched beneath my feet as I read the three Law Kintour books. I was transported to the long ago past and into the medieval world of Scotland. The stories were exciting and pulled me in. Hopefully not books will follow. Thank you.n
November 11, 2021
Civil war is brewing in Scotland. A merchant comes home from a trip and is murdered. Why? Sir Law is hired by his widow to investigate but the sheriff wants him to go and travel too or rot in jail himself.
The author is great in historical worldbuilding and the slowly developing of the characters.
The author is great in historical worldbuilding and the slowly developing of the characters.
September 5, 2023
I liked this story
It's well connected. The intreague and mayhem kept me reading late into the night.
Ms Tomlin made some grammatical errors that her editor should have caught and corrected but they don't seriously impair the narrative..
It's well connected. The intreague and mayhem kept me reading late into the night.
Ms Tomlin made some grammatical errors that her editor should have caught and corrected but they don't seriously impair the narrative..
June 5, 2017
Quick read
Wish there were more... I got attached quickly. Endings are tidy and quick. Hopefully stories of the coroner will come.
Wish there were more... I got attached quickly. Endings are tidy and quick. Hopefully stories of the coroner will come.
August 22, 2017
Histoical Forensics
I am enjoying this genre immensely. Hoping there is a third and continuation of series now that Sir Law is now a coroner.
I am enjoying this genre immensely. Hoping there is a third and continuation of series now that Sir Law is now a coroner.
August 25, 2017
Hope there's a next book soon
These three novellas have made for one good book. I enjoyed each of them and hope that this will not be the end of this series.
These three novellas have made for one good book. I enjoyed each of them and hope that this will not be the end of this series.
September 13, 2017
Gretread
The book kept your interest not knowing what twist or turn was coming next. Enjoyed it immensely. Would recommend reading.
The book kept your interest not knowing what twist or turn was coming next. Enjoyed it immensely. Would recommend reading.
December 4, 2017
Enjoyable
I like historical fiction, so I gave this a try.5 stars because it kept me interested. Like to read more.
I like historical fiction, so I gave this a try.5 stars because it kept me interested. Like to read more.
February 18, 2018
Fifteenth-century Scotland makes a nice change of scene for a murder mystery. Pretty predictable, but an enjoyable read.
July 4, 2018
Good ending.
Sir Law was more confident in this story as opposed to earlier stories. It made the story move quickly and with less angst.
Sir Law was more confident in this story as opposed to earlier stories. It made the story move quickly and with less angst.
July 4, 2018
Another Great Sir Law Novel !!
I have read all the Sir Law books and can’t wait for the next one.
If you like light hearted historical fiction try these.
I have read all the Sir Law books and can’t wait for the next one.
If you like light hearted historical fiction try these.
August 27, 2019
Medieval mystery during the reign of King James I in Scotland.
March 21, 2017
A most enjoyable read.
I chose this rating because it was believable without being pedantic. The dialogue had just the right amount of Scots in it, much of it made me smile, like glaikit reminded me of her..even the tone and the ' aye' at the end of statements. I hope the character's have more stories in them.
I chose this rating because it was believable without being pedantic. The dialogue had just the right amount of Scots in it, much of it made me smile, like glaikit reminded me of her..even the tone and the ' aye' at the end of statements. I hope the character's have more stories in them.
March 14, 2017
Good historical fiction
Fascinating to read of life in Scotland during the reign of King James the First. The book is so well written you feel the cold biting into your bones and the wonderful feeling of walking into a warm room. Thoroughly researched medieval mystery.
Fascinating to read of life in Scotland during the reign of King James the First. The book is so well written you feel the cold biting into your bones and the wonderful feeling of walking into a warm room. Thoroughly researched medieval mystery.
March 3, 2017
This is an excellent series. Enough action for men to enjoy and great characters for women to be entertained. I can't wait for the next installment..
Sir Law Kintour and Cormac are wonderful. If I write more, I will spoil the ending. Enough said, I will purchase more of this series and look into other boot by the same author.
Sir Law Kintour and Cormac are wonderful. If I write more, I will spoil the ending. Enough said, I will purchase more of this series and look into other boot by the same author.
June 30, 2021
1425 Perth and Mistress Elspeth Wrycht employs Sir Law Knitour to search for her missing husband. The quest gets complicated when Sir Law discovers his body and is accused of his murder. Strangely the Sheriff comes to his rescue and then charges him to look for a missing item.
An enjoyable well-written mystery with its likeable characters. A re-read.
An enjoyable well-written mystery with its likeable characters. A re-read.
December 29, 2019
J. R. Tomlin continues to provide excellent historical fiction. The Sir Law Kintour books give a glimpse of medieval Scotland through very readable and interesting stories without the use of gratutious sex or graphic violence. She is fast becoming one of my favorite authors!
January 11, 2017
Very enjoyable read
The stories about Sir Law vegetarians better. I am looking forward to the next one and plan to check c k out Tomlin's other books.
The stories about Sir Law vegetarians better. I am looking forward to the next one and plan to check c k out Tomlin's other books.
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January 11, 2017could not read and wondering how I got through the first two
April 2, 2017
Law upholding the law
Tomlin gives a great story life and depth as he allows us to imagine the struggles and joys of life in Medieval times while following the fortunes and investigative skills of Sir Law.
Tomlin gives a great story life and depth as he allows us to imagine the struggles and joys of life in Medieval times while following the fortunes and investigative skills of Sir Law.
April 29, 2017
Great Series
Vivid descriptions, interesting characters, good stories. I loved this series and hope to read more about Sir Law. I couldn't help but see this as a great BBC series as I was reading.
Vivid descriptions, interesting characters, good stories. I loved this series and hope to read more about Sir Law. I couldn't help but see this as a great BBC series as I was reading.
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December 10, 2017Rather boring. It only saving grace is that it has some Scottish in it.
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May 24, 2019Great look at old England and the mysteries of the times.
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