John, the Lord Chamberlain series facts for kids
1st edition, One for Sorrow (1999)
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| Author | Mary Reed/Eric Mayer |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Historical mystery |
| Publisher | Poisoned Pen Press |
| Published | November 15, 1999 – present |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover & Paperback) |
The John, the Lord Chamberlain series is a collection of exciting historical mystery novels. These books are written by Mary Reed and Eric Mayer. They are also known as the "John the Eunuch" mysteries.
The stories follow a character named John. He is the Lord Chamberlain for Emperor Justinian. A Lord Chamberlain was a very important official in the palace. John solves tricky puzzles and crimes. His adventures take place in the 6th century in Constantinople. This city was once the capital of the Roman Empire.
Reviewers have praised the series. They like the interesting characters, like John and Emperor Justinian. They also enjoy how the books describe life in the old Roman Empire. The clever conversations in the books make them even better.
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About the Books
The John, the Lord Chamberlain series combines history with detective stories. Each book presents a new mystery for John to solve. He uses his sharp mind to figure out what happened.
Who is John, the Lord Chamberlain?
John is the main character in these books. He works for Emperor Justinian. His job as Lord Chamberlain means he is a high-ranking palace official. He helps manage the emperor's household. He also acts as a trusted advisor. John is known for being very smart and observant. These skills help him uncover secrets.
Setting the Scene: 6th-Century Constantinople
The stories are set in Constantinople. This city is now called Istanbul, in modern-day Turkey. In the 6th century, it was a huge and powerful city. It was the capital of the Byzantine Empire. This empire was the eastern part of the old Roman Empire.
The books show what life was like back then. You learn about the people, the buildings, and the daily routines. The authors include many historical details. This makes the mysteries feel very real.
List of Novels
The John, the Lord Chamberlain series includes many books. Each one is a new adventure.
- One for Sorrow (1999)
- Two for Joy (2000)
- Three for a Letter (2001)
- Four for a Boy (2003)
- Five for Silver (2004)
- Six for Gold (2005)
- Seven for a Secret (2008)
- Eight for Eternity (2010)
- Nine for the Devil (2012)
- Ten for Dying (2014)
- Murder in Megara (2015)
- An Empire for Ravens (2018)
