01 December 2009

New Giveaway: The Divine Sacrifice by Tony Hays

A few months ago PTTP hosted a giveaway for The Killing Way by Tony Hays - an Arthurian Mystery.  Now, Tony has graciously offered up an Advanced Reading Copy of the sequel to The Killing Way...The Divine Sacrifice!  Many thanks Tony!




SYNOPSIS:

The Divine Sacrifice continues the story of King Arthur’s counselor, Malgwyn ap Cuneglas, a soldier who lost his arm in battle but was saved by his king. Malgwyn hated Arthur for this gift, but he has come to grudgingly acknowledge that he yet may have some purpose in life.

Arthur and Malgwyn are called to the abbey of Glastonbury to settle a matter of great political importance—tin being mined for export to the Empire. While there, Malgwyn and Arthur meet St. Patrick, a legend in the Church who is there on a mission of his own, to root out the heresy of Pelagius.  When an aged monk is found cruelly murdered in his cell, Malgwyn is faced with a problem that will test his skills as an investigator.

His search for the truth may uncover a conspiracy that could endanger the kingdom.

Gritty and powerful with a true ring of historical perspective and a character who sees more than those around him, The Divine Sacrifice is a historical mystery that will hook mystery readers and historical fans alike.




Giveaway Details:

* To enter, please leave a comment including your email address.
* Giveaway open to international and domestic entries.

Giveaway ends on December 15th



Praise for The Killing Way:
“ History buffs as well as mystery fans will be amply rewarded.”

—Publishers Weekly, starred review

“ Hays turns a time-honored historical legend on its head, creating a
promising new series.” —Booklist

“ This fascinating blend of history and fiction is sure to engage fans of both Bernard Cornwell and Ellis Peters. Highly recommended.”

—Library Journal, starred review

“ We’ve got a bitter, broken-down alcoholic scribe who has the knack for noticing things that no one else sees and we are off and running with this juicy mystery.” —The Gumshoe Review


About the Author

As a journalist, TONY HAYS has covered topics as varied as narcotics trafficking (earning his newspaper the Tennessee Press Association Award for Public Service in 2000), political corruption, Civil War history, and the war on terror. His short fiction has appeared both in the United States and Japan, and he is the author of three novels. He resides in Texas.


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35 lovely comments:

Nina said...

Great international contest, please count me in, really want to read that book.

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Pricilla said...

oooh, sounds like a really good read. Please enter me.
thank you
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Anonymous said...

Would love to win this to read an Arthurian novel which i haven't done in a vey long time. Thanks Amy! ~Bella

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Helen said...

I love historical mysteries - please enter me! Thanks.

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Raspberry said...

Thanks - this looks great!
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Silent Raven said...

Yay! It's international! And the book sounds great. Please count me in. :)

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Roberta said...

This sounds like a nice twist of a story for the King Arthur period. Very interesting...I'm posting this link on my blog as well, fondly, Roberta

Mystica said...

Would love to be entered for this. thanks for keeping it open for overseas readers. Very much appreciated.


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Veens said...

wow...This is a giveaway month here on PTTP! I am so glad LOL!

i would love to enter :)

givingreadingachance AT gmail.com


PS - Amy, i received Yorkshire Molly in my mail yday... I AM SO EXCITED about it :)
i also received a b/w pic along with it.. wow!! i will do a post come Monday on it..and u have to chk it out :)

Jasmyn said...

Please enter me. This book sounds great.

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~*Ruby*~ said...

wheee! another great historical fiction book to look out for!

many thanks for hosting this giveaway as international!

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Heidi V said...

Sounds like a interesting read!

Thanks
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librarypat said...

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I love historicals and am always looking for a good mystery. The Arthurian legend has seen many books done about it and has been approached from many angles. I will have to find a copy of The Killing Way and start this series properly. Will have to see if our library can start carrying this series. We have a lot of mystery lovers who are always looking for new authors.
Best of luck with the release of THE DIVINE SACRIFICE.

Esther said...

Like all the books you review this one looks very interesting.

Thanks fr the international giveaway

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Susie Tudor Daughter said...

This looks so intersting. Please count me in. Of course a faithful follower.
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justpeachy36 said...

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I'd love to win this one!

Dar said...

I'd love to enter Amy. Thanks!

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mindy said...

this looks fabulous thanks minsthins at optonline dot net

The Tome Traveller said...

I have The Killing Way on my shelf...just haven't gotten to it yet. But I would love to win the sequel! Please enter me!

Carey
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buddyt said...

Some books based on the Arthurian legend are good and some are bad but this sounds like a good one.

I am an International entry.

I would love this for a Christmas present !

Thanks

Carol


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LittleEagle said...

This is definitely a must read. sharonaquilino at hotmail dot com

Deedles said...

Sounds like a great read. Would love to add this to my collection.
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guru said...

Thanks for the giveaway. It sounds like a very interesting book.

Veens said...

I have not read the 1st installment, so is it ok for me to enter for this one/?

if yes, count me in!

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Julie said...

This sounds like a great book. count me in. juliecookies(AT)gmail.com

Katy said...

I love books that combine mystery and history. :)

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Esme said...

Even if I do not win this-I am going to check out some of his other books. thanks so much. But I do hope I win it.

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Carol M said...

This sounds like a book I would enjoy! Thank you for the giveaway!

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Sahm Lee said...

This sounds like a really good book. Thanks for the contest!
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CherylS22 said...

Looks fascinating - please count me in!
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~The Book Pixie said...

Well since I'm the one who won The Killing Way from you, I think it's only fittin' that I win this one don't ya think? :P lol. Count me in please.

~Briana
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MUM said...

Oooo, please enter me.

Marie
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FrankSandy said...

Please enter me. walkerd@primus.ca

dsandyboy said...

count me in.

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Belinda M said...

Please include me in your giveaway


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