The Overbury Affair: The Murder Trial That Rocked The Court Of King James I by Miriam Allen DeFord is a historical non-fiction book that explores the infamous murder trial of Sir Thomas Overbury in the early 17th century. The book delves into the scandalous events leading up to Overbury's death, including the political and personal motivations behind his poisoning by his former friend and ally, Robert Carr, the Earl of Somerset. DeFord offers a detailed...