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Alexander Seaton

Set in 17th-century Scotland, this series chronicles the life of a learned but impoverished schoolmaster navigating the challenges of his era. It delves into his personal struggles and the societal landscape of the time. The narrative offers a rich tapestry of historical detail and character-driven exploration.

The Devil's Recruit
Crucible
A Game of Sorrows

Recommended Reading Order

  1. A Game of Sorrows

    • 416 pages
    • 15 hours of reading

    A second historical thriller sweeps Alexander Seaton back to his roots in Ulster, and a family he might prefer never to have met.

    A Game of Sorrows2
    3.8
  2. Crucible

    • 480 pages
    • 17 hours of reading

    A gripping historical thriller from the CWA award-winning author of The Seeker - a must-read for fans of CJ Sansom and Rory Clements

    Crucible3
    3.5
  3. 1635, Aberdeen. A girl lies dead in a frozen garden. A young man goes missing after a drunken brawl. A sinister cloaked figure watches from the shadows... The fourth historical thriller featuring Alexander Seaton.

    The Devil's Recruit4
    3.7