naluju's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
canadiyank's review
4.0
An enjoyable story of devotion, loyalty, love, and mystery. The symbolism in Peters' writing is striking.
readingwithcats's review
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
judyward's review
4.0
When I'm yearning to read a book about England in the 12th century, this is the series that I turn to every time.
astrangerhere's review
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
laurasullivan's review
adventurous
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Terminal illness
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual harassment, Grief, and Outing
marilynsaul's review against another edition
5.0
The only Cadfael mystery I solved half-way through the book! Upon re-read: this may be my favorite Cadfael book! It's aptly named!