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A review by jmatkinson1
The Lying Dutchman by Graham Brack
4.0
Summoned again by Stadhouder William, Master Mercurius is given an assignment to visit England again. He is not thrilled but cannot disobey his patron so voyages across the sea to London. Meeting with old friends he is appraised of the situation regarding the King and his rival, the Duke of Monmouth. The Stadhouder does not want to support Monmouth but also does not want to oppose him and Mercurius is a cog in the wheel of deception.
I really like Brack's books about Master Mercurius. Firstly the setting in 18th Century Leiden is unusual, secondly the anti-hero Mercurius is very engaging. This story is no exception, a convoluted plot to foil the Monmouth Rebellion but which makes sense in the context. Terrific fun and a great way to while away an afternoon.
I really like Brack's books about Master Mercurius. Firstly the setting in 18th Century Leiden is unusual, secondly the anti-hero Mercurius is very engaging. This story is no exception, a convoluted plot to foil the Monmouth Rebellion but which makes sense in the context. Terrific fun and a great way to while away an afternoon.