THE BONES OF AVALON is the hotly-anticipated new book by Phil Rickman, author of the bestselling Merrily Watkins series. Publication is due in Easter 2010 from Corvus, the new imprint of Atlantic Books.

Featuring Dr. John Dee, Astrologer to Queen Elizabeth I, THE BONES OF AVALON is a historical mystery set in 16th century London and Glastonbury. He must delve into the heart of Tudor England, in the dark days of superstition, religious strife and political uncertainty. This is historical crime at its very best.

The book is being compared to C.J. Sansom’s Shardlake series, Iain Pears’ An Instance of the Fingerpost, and Ken Follett’s The Pillars of the Earth. Translation rights in various territories have already sold pre-publication.

Praise for Phil Rickman:

‘Rickman is an excellent writer, terrific on atmosphere.’ The Times