Matthew Bartholomew

Matthew Bartholomew

Series by Susanna Gregory

In the gripping Matthew Bartholomew series, Susanna Gregory entwines historical mystery with medicine, as the reluctant 14th-century Cambridge healer navigates treacherous plots and deadly secrets, proving that the pursuit of truth can be as perilous as the practice of medicine.

In a world gripped by the aftermath of the Black Death, chaos reigns and darkness lurks behind every corner of 14th-century Cambridge. As cities face the scourge of outlaws and the anguish of loss, Matthew Bartholomew—a brilliant physician and tenacious investigator—struggles to restore hope while training a new generation to heal. Yet, when a friar's lifeless body is unearthed in a chest of cherished university documents, Bartholomew must abandon the classroom to confront sinister forces at play. Delving into the depths of an abandoned church now claimed by a malevolent cult, he uncovers a web of blackmail and betrayal that threatens not only the established religion but the very fabric of society itself. As malevolent shadows rise, Bartholomew stands as the unwavering bulwark against a tide of fear, driven by a relentless pursuit of truth and justice. With tensions mounting and dark secrets hiding in plain sight, each revelation draws him deeper into a treacherous world where loyalty is rare, and enemies persist in the unlikeliest of places. Join Matthew Bartholomew on his quest to unmask those who wield influence through fear, as he battles not only for his city but for the soul of a community teetering on the edge of despair. Will he uncover the true heart of the conspiracy before it’s too late? Discover the captivating blend of historical intrigue and moral complexity in the Matthew Bartholomew series—where every death may hold the key to salvation.

Books in this Series

Matthew Bartholomew

A Plague on Both Your Houses

Published in 1996

An Unholy Alliance

Published in 1996

A Bone of Contention

Published in 1997

A Deadly Brew

Published in 1998

A Wicked Deed

Published in 1999

A Masterly Murder

Published in 2000

An Order for Death

Published in 2001

A Summer of Discontent

Published in 2002

A Killer in Winter

Published in 2003

The Hand of Justice

Published in 2004

The Mark of a Murderer

Published in 2005

The Tarnished Chalice

Published in 2006

To Kill or Cure

Published in 2008

The Devil's Disciples

Published in 2008

A Vein of Deceit

Published in 2009

A Killer of Pilgrims

Published in 2010

Mystery in the Minster

Published in 2011

Murder by the Book

Published in 2012

The Lost Abbot

Published in 2013

Death of a Scholar

Published in 2014

A Poisonous Plot

Published in 2015

A Grave Concern

Published in 2016

The Habit of Murder

Published in 2017

The Sanctuary Murders

Published in 2019

The Chancellor's Secret

Published in 2021

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