Publication date: 18/12/2026

Reader community: Letters from the Past

Squire Throwleigh’s Heir

Michael Jecks

RRP: £2.99

ISBN: 9781808556715

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What is "Squire Throwleigh’s Heir" about?

Two generations slain but are there more to come?

Spring, 1321. As Sir Baldwin Furnshill prepares for his wedding, he receives the news that one of his guests, Roger, Squire of Throwleigh has just died. The new master of Throwleigh is little Herbert, five years old and isolated by his grief, as his mother Katherine unfairly blames him for her husband's death.

At Lady Katherine's visible rejection of her son, Baldwin feels deeply disturbed about the new heir's apparent lack of protection. For having inherited a large estate and so much wealth, the five-year-old will doubtless have made some dangerous enemies.

When Herbert is fatally hit by a horse and cart just a few days later, seemingly by accident, Baldwin and his friend Simon Puttock suspect foul play. Their investigation will lead them to the most sinister and shocking murderer they have encountered yet.

A chilling historical mystery, from bestseller Michael Jecks. Perfect for fans of S. J. Parris and S.G. MacLean.

Who wrote "Squire Throwleigh’s Heir"?

"Squire Throwleigh’s Heir" was written by Michael Jecks.

Michael Jecks is the author of over 50 novels inspired by history and legend. He is the founder of Medieval Murderers, and has served on the committees of the Historical Writers’ Association, the CWA and he Detection Club. He was International Guest of Honour at the Bloody Words festival in Toronto, and Grand Master of the first parade in the New Orleans Mardi Gras.

 

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