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The King's Messenger

By: Susanna Kearsley
Narrated by: Beth Eyre, Angus King
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New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author Susanna Kearsley explores romance, court alliances, and the limits of one's duty in this rich story of an honorable man in service to a treacherous king, and the mission that brings him to love and his true calling.

It is the year 1613, and King James is sending his messenger Andrew Logan into Scotland with secret orders to arrest Sir David Moray, close friend and advisor of the late Prince Henry. Secrets are second nature to Andrew, who must hide his Second Sight to stay alive. Joined by a court scrivener and the scrivener's spirited daughter Phoebe, Andrew slowly untangles the true purpose of his mission—to frame Sir David for Prince Henry's murder. But Andrew is unwilling to betray an innocent man.

Phoebe Westaway dislikes Andrew, and their history makes it hard for her to trust him. But as their journey draws them deeper into the dark web of court intrigue, Phoebe begins to suspect that she might have more need of the King's Messenger and his unusual gifts than she could ever have foreseen.

©2025 Susanna Kersley (P)2025 Simon & Schuster Audio
Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Magical Realism
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Captivating Storyline • Intriguing Historical Fiction • Stellar Narration • Seamless Plot Merging • Detailed Backstories
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Fantastic writing, good characters with backstories that make you want to know more about them and a guarantee to lose yourself completely in the story. You can not go wrong with anything this author writes. Her attention to detail do not distract but enhance the story. Do not pass this by and after you read this one…..go get her other books asap

Perfection

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A unique perspective of royal history I have never thought of- the plight of being a messenger. I think I have all of Susanna Kearsley's books and she never disappoints! It took me a while to get into the multiple character voices, as I prefer one voice throughout, but the story itself was stellar. Be sure to listen to the notes at the end for a richer understanding of all the research she puts into her novels.

Atmospheric

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This book is simply another of Susanna Kearsley’s masterpieces
So easy to read and historically accurate
Excellent development of characters
Book draws you in and the characters become your close friends

Outstanding writing and historical research

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Every story I read from Susanna Kearsley pulls me in from beginning to end. The details, characters, and story are all very well written. I especially loved the author’s notes at the end. Narration was well done by both narrators.

Masterpiece

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I love getting all wrapped up with Susanna Kearsleys books and this one didn’t disappoint

Loved this book

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I loved this. Such a good story, interesting, transporting, and entertaining. The narrators did a great job with the characters as well.

Great story to get lost in

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I saw this book on an Instagram page that I follow on Saturday 3/15, went to the bookstore that same day picked it up and had it finished in three days on 3/18. What a wonderful delightful historical fiction story. The narration was wonderful and very authentic. I fell in love with the characters instantly. It was a bit of magic, intrigue, romance, and adventure. I’d never read a book by this author before but now I’m going to venture into more of her books. Her style of writing and the way she speaks for the characters seems very genuine and very time appropriate. I’m so glad I saw this Instagram review. I loved it so so much. It really stuck with me. Wonderful. Thank you, Susanna Kearsley!

Beautiful Story. Easy Read. Perfect!

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A grand tribute to the ordinary people of the early 1600s. I loved the story and the historical lesson at the end

Love the history

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Nothing nothing displeased me great book wonderful author love the research she does to put a book together

It was a fabulous book as always she’s an excellent writer. Looking forward to more. Can’t wait till the next book comes out!!!

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Susanna Kearsley has become one of my favorite historic fiction writers. I love her attention to historic details and her well researched time periods. Her characters come to life and the story is captivating. This is the sixth one of her books I’ve read, and I’m looking forward to the next.

In the last section of the book she explains her characters and her research and sources, which I find greatly enriches my appreciation of the story.

Another fantastic read by Susanna Kearsley

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