The Daughter Of Time

Many different people offer opinions about Richard’s character after seeing his portrait. Discuss several of these reactions. Do these responses say anything about the person making the comment?

What evidence does the investigation uncover that might prove Richard is innocent of murdering his nephews?

What evidence does the investigation uncover that might prove Henry VII is the murderer?

Grant says that the criminal mind is incapable of reasoning from A to C. How does this concept apply to the investigation he conducts in the book?

Explain the meaning of Tonypandy. How does it relate to the mystery of the Tower princes?

Grant says that Richard might be capable of murder but not “this” murder. Explain what he means. Why does he arrive at this conclusion?

Toward the end of the book, Grant says that Matron may have come closest to accurately describing the face in the portrait. What is her observation? Why do you think Grant agrees with her?

What is Grant’s motivation for taking on the investigation of the princes in the Tower? Why is he particularly suited to handle this mystery?