Stephen Taylor was born in Yorkshire and brought up in Manchester (he is still an avid Manchester City fan).
A widower with a grown-up daughter, the retired tax inspector now lives near Loughborough with his new partner.
Stephen has always admired the skill of the storyteller, and his character-driven historical fiction aspires to that tradition.
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The Cold Light of Day (Augustus Swift Investigations Book 2)
Another chilling historical mystery set in eighteenth-century London! Perfect for fans of Andrew Taylor, S. G. MacLean, Michael Jecks and Laura Shepherd-Robinson.
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Brotherhood of Death (Augustus Swift Investigations Book 1)
A thrilling new series begins in 18th century London! Perfect for fans of Andrew Taylor, S. G. MacLean, Michael Jecks and Laura Shepherd-Robinson.
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The Lost Gospels
Don’t miss this thrilling historical adventure across Europe and Egypt! Perfect for fans of Dan Brown, Tom Harper, Kate Atkinson and Sebastian Faulks.
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The Mystery of Rufford Abbey
An absorbing Medieval mystery you won’t be able to put down! For fans of Freda Lightfoot, Anthony Doerr, Sebastian Faulks and Kate Atkinson.
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The Secrets of Elloughton Park
A fascinating dual timeline drama you won’t want to miss! For fans of Freda Lightfoot, Anthony Doerr, Sebastian Faulks and Kate Atkinson.
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A Canopy of Stars
A powerful historical courtroom drama you won’t be able to put down! For fans of Freda Lightfoot, Anthony Doerr, Sebastian Faulks and Kate Atkinson.
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