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The Second Cadfael Omnibus

Saint Peter's Fair, The Leper of Saint Giles, The Virgin in the Ice
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The Second Cadfael Omnibus by Ellis Peters is a collection of medieval crime stories featuring Brother Cadfael, a former soldier turned monk living in 12th-century Shrewsbury. The tales combine historical intrigue with elements of mystery, as Cadfael uses his keen intellect and forensic skills to solve complex murders and uncover hidden truths amidst the backdrop of political and religious tensions. The stories craftily blend historical detail with captivating plots, enchanting readers with Cadfael's sage wisdom and the vivid medieval setting.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate historical mysteries infused with rich medieval atmosphere and a touch of spirituality. This collection combines intricate plots with the compassionate insights of Brother Cadfael, a monk with a keen detective mind, as he navigates the complexities of human nature during the 12th century. Perfect for fans of crime tales that delve deep into both the suspense of the mystery and the intricacies of medieval life.

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The Second Cadfael Omnibus

Three masterly mysteries featuring the mediaeval sleuth and herbalist, Brother Cadfael, set in Shrewsbury.

Three masterly mysteries featuring the mediaeval sleuth and herbalist, Brother Cadfael, set in Shrewsbury.

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This volume contains three of Brother Cadfael's Chronicles:

St Peter's Fair: An unseemly quarrel between the local burghers and the monks from the Benedictine monastery in Shrewsbury over who shall benefit from the levies on Shrewsbury's annual Fair leaves a merchant dead, and Cadfael is summoned from the peace of his herb garden to practise his skills as a detective.

The Leper of St Giles: Outside the walls of Shrewsbury is St Giles, a sanctuary for the sick, but also a possible refuge for a wanted man. When a member of a wedding party is savagely murdered, Brother Cadfael finds himself at St Giles as herbalist and as detective in search of the killer.

The Virgin in the Ice: In the winter of 1139, civil war brings refugees to Shrewsbury in search of sanctuary. But two orphans and their companion, a nun, don't arrive from Worcester, and Cadfael is despatched from the Abbey to try and locate them in the harsh winter landscape of frost and snow.

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The Second Cadfael Omnibus by Ellis Peters receives high praise for its captivating detective work, featuring a memorable and charming protagonist. Critics admire the engaging nature of the stories, suggesting new readers are likely to be drawn into the world of Brother Cadfael.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780751507294

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 October 1991

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sphere

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 46.0mm

Width: 232.0mm

Height: 154.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 560

About the Author

Ellis Peters (1913-1995) was the pseudonym of Edith Pargeter. She was a renowned writer of detective novels and was awarded the Cartier Diamond Dagger for a lifetime's achievement in the genre.

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