The Shadows of London, Taylor - B

                      The latest Cat Hakesby and James Marwood novel is set in 1671. As always, there are multiple plots throughout. The king is hoping to bed a young French woman, Louise Keroualle, and establish. her as his latest mistress. She goes to her fate and future somewhat reluctantly, but also knowing that Louis XIV is pleased to have a Frenchwoman in the bed of his cousin, the king of England. A murder on a plot of land where Cat is building an almshouse for a businessman brings her and Marwood together in their pursuit of truth. The truth eventually costs Marwood his job with Lord Arlington, but also finally brings him and Cat to the altar. Excellent detail as always about the 17th century.