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_lilbey_'s review against another edition
3.0
I wavered a lot on this one. One of the Friends Library workers recommended this to me upon hearing I like mysteries of the mid-1900s. And in the end, I think I did enjoy it, it just took SO LONG to get started. The murder didn't even take place until 1/3 of the way through and even then the action was slow. But the mystery was solid and had some complexity, so- 3 stars.
cernunnos's review against another edition
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
thejdizzler's review against another edition
5.0
Came here because this was advertised as a more realistic depiction of medieval europe than SKP.
I was not dissappointed. This book had a wonderful atmosphere that felt very distinct from our own world. People acted like they believed in God and saints and magic, even the cynical, kind-of-modern, main character.
I was not dissappointed. This book had a wonderful atmosphere that felt very distinct from our own world. People acted like they believed in God and saints and magic, even the cynical, kind-of-modern, main character.
colorfulleo92's review against another edition
4.0
Not sure if it's a 3.5 or 4 stars. This was an enjoyable and a little bit of a cozy mystery set in medieval times following munks. The mystery revolves around saint and it gets really interesting. Really want to continue the series but it seems to be a lot and I only got two more
radella_hardwick's review against another edition
4.5
I was entirely wrong in who I thought the murderer was, which is rare enough.
And really love the neat resolution Cadfael found.
And really love the neat resolution Cadfael found.
dexychik's review against another edition
5.0
When I was at school, this book was in the library and me and my friends used to wet ourselves laughing at the title because we were twelve and idiots. Some twenty-odd years later, it turns out to be a remarkably satisfying book, nothing like what I'd expected. Time to read the lot!
garnetofeden's review against another edition
4.0
A Morbid Taste for Bones introduces us to the irrepressible and delightful Brother Cadfael, a Benedictine monk in 12th century England. This aptly-titled chronicle follows Cadfael as he tags along on his English abbey’s haughty hunt to bring a Welsh saint’s relics home.
As a veteran of the Crusades, Cadfael possesses more experience about worldly pleasures than the average cloistered brother, and this has made him a sage and broad-minded romantic. The author deftly develops even the minor characters and subtly incorporates relevant historical information. My increased familiarity with Christianity’s history has imbued additional humor with each reread.
A Morbid Taste for Bones is an excellent start to an excellent series that has aged like fine wine. Historical mystery lovers will find much to enjoy in this high-quality tale, and I hope to finally finish the full series in this read-through.
A couple of my favorite quotes:
- “God, nevertheless, required a little help from men, and what he mostly got was hindrance.” (46)
- "It's a kind of arrogance to be so certain you're past redemption." (149)
Last finished reading 9/10/2023.
As a veteran of the Crusades, Cadfael possesses more experience about worldly pleasures than the average cloistered brother, and this has made him a sage and broad-minded romantic. The author deftly develops even the minor characters and subtly incorporates relevant historical information. My increased familiarity with Christianity’s history has imbued additional humor with each reread.
A Morbid Taste for Bones is an excellent start to an excellent series that has aged like fine wine. Historical mystery lovers will find much to enjoy in this high-quality tale, and I hope to finally finish the full series in this read-through.
A couple of my favorite quotes:
- “God, nevertheless, required a little help from men, and what he mostly got was hindrance.” (46)
- "It's a kind of arrogance to be so certain you're past redemption." (149)
Last finished reading 9/10/2023.
maureen_fox's review against another edition
4.0
After a very slow start, this was quite fun! I'm not rushing to the sequel, but it's a nice idea to have in my back pocket if I need a new audiobook.
mugglemom's review against another edition
4.0
I'm not sure when this got added to my tbr list but for a challenge I picked this up and now I'm in love with Brother Cadfael - move over Father Brown because there's a new clergy detective in town.
themadmadmadeline's review against another edition
2.0
I had a hard time staying focused with this one. It was fine, maybe the series could adapt to be something I enjoy more (it has all the right ingredients I was just bored) but I may give the next book in the series a try.