The Midsummer Rose by Kate Sedley

A Roger the Chapman Mystery

Set in the late 15th century, this historical mystery follows Roger the Chapman, a traveling peddler with a knack for solving crimes, as he navigates the bustling streets and shadowy alleys of medieval England. When a young girl is found dead, her body adorned with a single rose, Roger is drawn into a web of intrigue and danger. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers secrets that threaten to unravel the very fabric of the community, revealing hidden motives and unexpected alliances. With his keen wit and sharp instincts, Roger must piece together the clues before the killer strikes again, all while contending with the complexities of love, loyalty, and justice in a world teetering on the brink of change.