From the Edgar Award–winning author: When a troubled novice is blamed for a priest’s disappearance, Brother Cadfael seeks to save his soul—and his life. Outside the pale of the Abbey of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, in September of 1140, a priestly emissary for King Stephen has been reported missing. But inside the pale, what troubles Brother Cadfael is a proud, secretive nineteen-year-old novice. nineteen-year-old novice.
Brother Cadfael has never seen two men more estranged than the Lord of Aspley and Meriet, the son he coldly delivers to the abbey to begin a religious vocation. Meriet, meek by day, is so racked by dreams at night that his howls earn him the nickname “the Devil’s Novice.” Shunned and feared, Meriet is soon linked to the missing priestly emissary’s dreadful fate. Only Brother Cadfael believes in Meriet’s innocence, and only the good sleuth can uncover the truth before a boy’s pure passion, not evil intent, leads a novice to the noose.
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An enjoyable quick read with some interesting twists.
I love this entire series!
I love the Cadfael series. Every book I’ve read has been original and unpredictable. This one was especially good. I love that the main characters are in every book and I look forward to reading about them. I really enjoy Cadfael and Hugh’s friendship. These books can be read in order or not, as they stand alone as well.
a very good historic rendering
This book is the only one of the series that I have read and I found it very entertaining. Informative about that time in history, Will read more in the series as they come along.
I have always enjoyed a glimpse into Brother Cadfael’s world with all its colors, sights and sounds. The mysteries are a delightful bonus.
Brother Cadfael and his sleuthing skills manage to save an unjustly accused son of a nobleman and find the true culprit. Interesting mystery and reasonable investigating skills are displayed in a time when this was a very uncharacteristic.
I like the history and plots in the Caedfel books. The leading character is a favorite, so likable.
Love all the Cadfael boks
The entire Brother Cadfael 21 book series is terrific. I am reading them for the second time.
Bro. Cadfael hasn’t lost a step. If I lived in the 12th century l’d want to be just like him. Keep him coming.
Love all the Brother Cadfael mysteries
I thoroughly enjoyed this Brother Cadfael story
I discovered the Cadfael books way back in 1987. I’ve been reading, and re-reading, and watching the series ever since. They never get old, and once they’re on my Kindle, I can take them with me if I want to pack light, but bring good books with me.
Cadfael at his best…