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In the ruins of Yorkshire's Fountains Abbey lies the body of a man wrapped in a cloak, the face covered by a gas mask. Next to him is a book on alchemy, which belongs to the schoolmaster, a conscientious objector in the Great War. Who is this man, and is the investigation into his death being... read more

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It was nearing the full moon, and the night seemed to shimmer with light.

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This is book 10 of 17 in Ian Rutledge. (standard series)

Preceded by A False Mirror, and followed by A Matter of Justice.

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  1. Charles Todd (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: William Morrow
Country: USA
Publication Date: 2008
ISBN: 0061233560
Page Count: 336

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