Publisher's Synopsis
London, 1385. A kingdom ruled by the headstrong young King Richard II, haunted by the spectre of revolt. For John Gower, part-time poet and full-time trader in information, secrets are his currency. The request is simple: track down a missing book. It should be easy for a man of Gowers talents. But what Gower does not know is that this book has already caused one murder, and that its contents could destroy his life.