The Serpent's Tale

In the second book of the Mistress of the Art of Death series, Adelia Aguilar is summoned to investigate the murder of King Henry II's mistress. Eleanor of Aquitaine is the prime suspect and if guilty, civil war could ensue. Adelia and her team must unravel the truth behind the murder while being held captive by Eleanor's mercenaries in a nunnery during a harsh winter. The investigation is complicated by the discovery of more dead bodies, and Adelia must solve the puzzle before England descends into chaos. Ariana Franklin seamlessly blends forensic science with medieval history in this enthralling mystery.