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garnetofeden's review against another edition
4.0
A bit darker in subject matter than some of the other books in the Brother Cadfael series, but all the more realistic for that.
Rating reviewed 12/26/2022.
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I also really liked the subtle introduction of Cadfael's son considering how many times Miriam has been mentioned. I'm pretty sure that he won't be seen again in the series, but it was touching nonetheless. All the more so since Cadfael didn't make a big deal out of it. He didn't tell the boy; he just privately exulted in the knowledge.Rating reviewed 12/26/2022.
mugglemom's review against another edition
4.0
Patrick Tull- audiobook narrator truly makes these stories!!
rebeccabadger's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
riaryan's review against another edition
3.0
A re-read for me, first time for it on Goodreads. A seasonal offering, and a really good story which is unfortunately smothered by a lot of dull narrative.
bookwrm526's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.75
blueshadow's review against another edition
5.0
I thoroughly enjoyed this Brother Cadfael mystery. At first glance, there is so much going on in this story - missing travelers and raiders - such that, at about halfway through, I was inclined to think that the murder mystery plot line wasn't even necessary to end up with a good length twisty-turny mystery novel. And perhaps it wasn't necessary, but it did contribute nicely to the story. The variety in the plot lines was refreshing, and the writing (as always) was excellent and a pleasure to read.
eososray's review against another edition
5.0
A snowstorm, outlaws, runaways, war and secrets create another wonderful mystery.