The Kings Messenger, Susanna Kearsley
The Kings Messenger, Susanna Kearsley
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The King's Messenger

Author: Susanna Kearsley

Narrator: Beth Eyre, Angus King

Unabridged: 11 hr 57 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 03/04/2025


Synopsis

"I've loved every one of Susanna's books! She has bedrock research and a butterfly's delicate touch with characters—sure recipe for historical fiction that sucks you in and won't let go!"—Diana Gabaldon, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Outlander New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author Susanna Kearsley explores romance, court alliances, and the limits of one's duty in this rich story of an honorable man in service to a treacherous king, and the mission that brings him to love and his true calling. It is the year 1613, and King James is sending his messenger Andrew Logan into Scotland with secret orders to arrest Sir David Moray, close friend and advisor of the late Prince Henry. Secrets are second nature to Andrew, who must hide his Second Sight to stay alive. Joined by a court scrivener and the scrivener's spirited daughter Phoebe, Andrew slowly untangles the true purpose of his mission—to frame Sir David for Prince Henry's murder. But Andrew is unwilling to betray an innocent man. Phoebe Westaway dislikes Andrew, and their history makes it hard for her to trust him. But as their journey draws them deeper into the dark web of court intrigue, Phoebe begins to suspect that she might have more need of the King's Messenger and his unusual gifts than she could ever have foreseen.

About Susanna Kearsley

New York Times, USA TODAY, and Globe and Mail bestselling author Susanna Kearsley is a former museum curator who loves restoring the lost voices of real people to the page, often in twin-stranded stories that interweave present and past. Her award-winning novels are published in translation in more than twenty-five countries. She lives near Toronto.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Christy on September 26, 2024

'Evil companions corrupt good manners'. It's 1613 and England and Scotland have only recently been united under King James's crown. When Prince Henry, the King's heir, dies unexpectedly, a rumour throughout the court whispers of poison. The King is certain he knows who to blame and sends his messenge......more

Goodreads review by Fairuz ᥫ᭡. on March 27, 2025

4 stars! 🌟 Huge thanks to RBmedia | Recorded Books for the ALC via NetGalley! 💌 Historical fiction? Road trip adventure? Political intrigue? A dash of romance?? SIGN ME UP! 📜🏰✨ Okay, this was my first Susanna Kearsley book, and let me tell you—it won’t be my last! I went in expecting a standard hist......more

Goodreads review by Judy on February 19, 2025

Susanna Kearsley is one of the best historical fiction writers. Her books are all well-researched with captivating characters and great plots. When I saw this book was available I couldn't wait to read it! Description: In 1613, King James sends his messenger Andrew Logan to Scotland to arrest his late......more

Goodreads review by Monica on October 19, 2024

Excellent historical fiction with a sprinkling of magic, romance, and action. This novel was set in 1613 in Scotland and England. Andrew Logan is a messenger for the king. He is sent to bring back Sir David Murray, who was a constant companion to the prince, from Scotland. The king wants to question......more

Goodreads review by Lauren on April 15, 2025

The King's Messenger will absolutely be one of the LOVELIEST books I read in 2025. Historical fiction fans...pay attention...this heartfelt and underrated story is not one to be missed. This story is about a man who has been tasked to arrest another whom King James believes is responsible for the de......more