Peters, Ellis
The Holy Thief (Cadfael Chronicles)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780751527322
- author:
- Peters, Ellis
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Sphere
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 274
- Genre:
- Crime & mystery
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Holy Thief by Ellis Peters In 1145, a precious reliquary is stolen from the Benedictine Abbey at Shrewsbury. Brother Cadfael, a monk with a keen mind for solving mysteries, sets out to unravel the truth behind the theft. As he delves into the case, Cadfael must consider whether the theft was motivated by greed or a desire for something greater. His investigation takes him on a journey of discovery and reflection, as he seeks to understand the complexities of human nature. This gripping mystery is set against the rich backdrop of medieval England, where faith and reason intersect in unexpected ways.
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