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  • The Serpents of Harbledown

  • Domesday, Book 5
  • By: Edward Marston
  • Narrated by: David Thorpe
  • Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (40 ratings)

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The Serpents of Harbledown

By: Edward Marston
Narrated by: David Thorpe
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Summary

Ralph Delchard and Gervase Bret are royal commissioners appointed to investigate irregularities that come to light during the compilation of the Domesday Book in the reign of William the Conqueror. They arrive in Canterbury to be met by the news that the body of a young girl has been found, apparently killed by a poisonous snake.

Their investigation takes them to the leper hospital in Harbledown where the girl used to take herbs. Once they establish that she was murdered by human agency, they begin to uncover all sorts of hidden secrets in the town. A second murder sends them off in a different direction altogether, and they encounter a surprising twist.
©1998 Edward Marston (P)2020 Soundings
Detective Fiction Historical Mystery Traditional Detectives Suspense
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David Thorpe is a very talented narrator able to create a wide variety of voices which makes these wonderful stories come alive. This series is excellent the humour between characters and personalities created a rich tale with action and adventure. 5 stars

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