The Merchant's Partner: A historical murder mystery of suspicion, superstition and hidden truths from Michael Jecks for 2026

No clues, and everyone's a suspect.

Agatha Kyteler, regarded as a witch by her superstitious neighbours, has no shortage of enemies. But when her body is found frozen and mutilated in a hedge one wintry morning, there seem to be no clues as to who could be responsible.

Until a local youth runs away and the hue and cry is raised.

Sir Baldwin Furnshill, Keeper of the King's Peace, is not convinced of the youth's guilt, and he manages to persuade his close friend Simon Puttock to help him with the investigation. As they endeavour to find the true culprit, the darker, sinister side of the village begins to emerge.

A gripping historical mystery from a legend of the genre. Perfect for fans of Conn Iggulden and C. J. Sansom.

Praise for Michael Jecks:

'Grim realism, stark brutality and flawed characters. Right up my street!' Anthony Riches

'Marvellously portrayed' C. J. Sansom

'Michael Jecks is the master of the medieval whodunnit' Robert Low

'The most wickedly plotted medieval mystery novels' The Times

'Classic Jecks – and that's as good as it gets' Susanna Gregory

'Another fantastic series from Michael Jecks' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'All I can say is roll on the next one. I could not put this book down!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'A brilliant read whatever your normal genre.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'Another masterpiece by Michael Jecks. Whatever you do, do not miss reading this novel it is amazing!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'All action!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'Outstanding! A terriific read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review