Sorrow Without End
Sorrow Without End by Priscilla Royal, published by Poisoned Pen in 2007, is a historical mystery set against the backdrop of autumn storms in 1271 East Anglia. The narrative begins with Crowner Ralf discovering the body of a murdered soldier in the woods near Tyndal Priory, raising questions about the circumstances of the death and the identity of the killer. As Ralf navigates the complexities of the situation, he becomes embroiled in personal and political conflicts that threaten the stability of the priory and its leadership.
Readers will find a richly woven tale that explores themes of loyalty, suspicion, and the implications of decision-making within a divided community. The story delves into the tensions surrounding the potential purchase of a relic, which could have significant consequences for Prioress Eleanor and the hospital’s future. As Brother Thomas emerges as a suspect, Ralf faces mounting pressures from various factions, all while a lurking murderer remains a constant threat. This edition spans 232 pages and is presented in English, continuing Royal’s Medieval Mystery series.
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As the autumn storms of 1271 ravage the East Anglian coast, Crowner Ralf finds the corpse of a brutally murdered soldier in the woods near Tyndal Priory. The dagger in the mans chest is engraved with a strange, cursive design, and the body is wrapped in a crusaders cloak. Was the murder the act of a member of the Assassin sect, or was the weapon meant to mislead him in finding the killer? Ralfs decision to take the corpse to the priory for advice may be reasonable, but he is soon caught up in a maelstrom of conflict, both personal and political. The priory is deeply divided over whether to purchase a relic. The decision could endanger both Prioress Eleanors leadership and the future of the hospital. Brother Thomas becomes a suspect in the murder itself, and Ralf must choose between the demands of his brother, the sheriff, and loyalty to a friend. Meanwhile, the murderer watches and waits. Priscilla Royal grew up in British Columbia and has a degree in world literature from San Francisco State University. She now lives and writes in Northern California. Sorrow Without End is third in her Medieval Mystery series, following Wine of Violence and Tyrant of the Mind. www.priscillaroyal.com.
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