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Thornyhold
by Mary Stewart
Gilly Ramsey's lonely childhood was brightened only by visits from her godmother, Geillis. When she died, suddenly, the grownup Gilly inherited her cottage, Thornyhold. But nothing about her godmother prepared her for the strange and sinister life that awaited her there.... From the Paperback edition.
The Heretic's Apprentice: The Sixteenth Chronicle of Brother Cadfael
by Ellis Peters
Edgar Award-winner from the Mystery Writers of America and Silver Dagger Award-winer from the British Crime Writers Association, Ellis Peters presents the 16th chronicle of the bestselling medieval mystery series featuring Brother Cadfael. Ellis Peters' books are #1 bestsellers in England, and the Brother Cadfael mysteries have sold over a million copies there. HC:Mysterious Press.
The Devil's Novice: The Eighth Chronicle of Brother Cadfael
by Ellis Peters
The eighth novel in the author's hugely popular Brother Cadfael series puts the medieval monk on the trail of a priest-killer responsible for the disappearance of a priestly emissary for King Stephen. Reprint. K.
The Confession of Brother Haluin
by Ellis Peters
On his deathbed, Brother Haluin confesses to a shocking act in his past--and then recovers. To atone, Haluin determines to make a journey of expiation with Brother Cadfael and embarks on an arduous journey that leads to discoveries of deceit, betrayal, revenge . . . and murder. "Each addition to the series is a joy."--USA Today. HC: Mysterious Press.
An Excellent Mystery: The Eleventh Chronicle of Brother Cadfael
by Ellis Peters
In 1141, two monks have arrived in Shrewsbury from Winchester, where their abbey was destroyed. Now Brother Humilis, who is very ill, and Brother Fidelis, who is mute, must seek refuge at Shrewsbury. And from the moment he meets them, Brother Cadfael senses something deeper than their common vows binds these two brothers. And as Brother Humilis's health fails, Brother Cadfael faces a poignant test of his... (more)
Monk's Hood
by Ellis Peters
When Gervase Bonel, a guest at the Shrewsbury Abbey, takes ill, Brother Cadfael, an expert herbalist, runs to his side, only to discover that his patient has been poisoned by monk's hood oil taken from Cadfael's own laboratory. Reprint.
THE HERMIT OF EYTON FOREST: THE FOURTEENTH CHRONICLE OF BROTHER CADFAEL.
by Ellis Peters
In this medieval mystery set in the cloisters of England, a strange series of events threatens the fragile equilibrium of life. Brother Cadfael must leave his herb garden and devote himself to tracking down a ruthless murderer.
The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane
by Katherine Howe
"A fresh present-day story infused with an original take on popular history. Forget broomsticks and pointy hats; here are witches that could well be walking among us today. This debut novel flows with poetic charm and eloquence that achieves high literary merit while concocting a gripping supernatural puzzler. Katherine Howe's talent is spellbinding." --Matthew Pearl, author of The Poe Shadow and The Dante... (more)
A Morbid Taste for Bones
by Ellis Peters
Brother Cadfael travels to the remote Welsh mountain village of Gwytherin in order to acquire the relics of St. Winifred and finds himself in the middle of a bizarre mystery when the leading opponent to moving the bones is murdered. Reprint.
The Holy Thief: The Nineteenth Chronicle of Brother Cadfael
by Ellis Peters
As flood waters rise and threaten the abbey's most sacred relic, the remains of Saint Winifred, Brother Cadfael sees the signs of murder and uses heavenly guidance to catch a killer. Reprint. PW. K.
A Rare Benedictine
by Ellis Peters
Finally, Brother Cadfael's many fans can discover the chain of events that led him into the Benedictine Order! Lavishly illustrated, these three tales show Cadfael at the height of his sleuthing form. "Three classic stories featuring Brother Cadfael . . . whose powers of deduction are practically miraculous."--Booklist. HC: Mysterious Press.
St. Peter's Fair: The Fourth Chronicle of Brother Cadfael
by Ellis Peters
A pause in the civil war offers Shrewsbury's townsfolk hope that the upcoming fair will be successful, but the discovery of the body of a wealthy merchant could destroy that hope. Reprint. K.
Virgin in the Ice (Brother Cadfael Mysteries)
by Ellis Peters
Brother Cadfael is called upon to apply his healing skills to a wounded monk who has been attacked and becomes intrigued when the holy man's feverish ravings identify the location of three missing refugees. Reprint. PW.
Sanctuary Sparrow (Brother Cadfael Mysteries)
by Ellis Peters
A paperback edition of a novel featuring Brother Cadfael. A young man pursued by a lynching mob seeks sanctuary at the Benedictine monastery in Shrewsbury. He is accused of robbery and murder, but Cadfael senses his innocence and sets out to prove it. Publication is to coincide with the televising of a new series based on the Cadfael chronicles.
Brother Cadfael's Penance (Brother Cadfael Mysteries)
by Ellis Peters
Medieval Benedictine monk Brother Cadfael leaves Shrewsbury to rescue his thirty-year-old secret son, who has been taken prisoner in the Civil War between Empress Maud and her cousin, King Stephen. Reprint. K. PW.
The Pilgrim of Hate
by Ellis Peters
Preparing to celebrate an important anniversary for the Abbey at Shrewsbury, medieval herbalist and Benedictine monk Brother Cadfael finds himself trying to solve the murder of a Winchester knight believed to have treasonous loyalties. Reprint."
The Raven in the Foregate (Brother Cadfael Mysteries)
by Ellis Peters
It is Christmas, A.D. 1141, Abbot Radulfus returns from London, bringing with him a priest for the vacant living of Holy Cross, also known as the Foregate. The new priest is a man of presence, learning, and discipline, but he lacks humility and the common touch. When he is found drowned in the millpond, suspicion is cast upon a young man who arrived with the priest's train and was sent to work in Brother Cadfael's... (more)
One Corpse Too Many: The Second Chronicle of Brother Cadfael
by Ellis Peters
When Shrewsbury Castle falls during a war between King Stephen and the Empress Maud, Brother Caedfael makes another grim discovery--a strangled corpse lying among the dead--and vows to find the murderer. Reprint. PW.
The Summer of the Danes: The Eighteenth Chronicle of Brother Cadfael
by Ellis Peters
With the armies of King Stephen and Empress Maud--both vying for the throne--practicing a cease fire, Brother Cadfael accompanies his friend, Brother Mark, to Wales, where he becomes caught up in yet another battle royal. Reprint.
Leper of Saint Giles (Brother Cadfael Mysteries)
by Ellis Peters
Drawing conclusions about a murder that has interrupted the nuptial plans between a reluctant bride and a significantly older man, Brother Cadfael traces the clues to the Saint Giles leper colony. Reprint. K. PW.

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