Murder at Beaulieu Abbey
Murder at Beaulieu Abbey by Cassandra Clark is a historical mystery published by Severn House on November 25, 2021. This edition spans 256 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Hildegard of Meaux, an intrepid nun who embarks on a secret mission for her Order amidst the political turmoil of February 1390. As tensions rise within the Church, Hildegard is tasked with uncovering the true allegiance of Beaulieu Abbey, all while escorting a young heiress to her betrothal.
Readers will find a blend of intrigue and danger as Hildegard navigates her dual responsibilities. The story unfolds against a backdrop of rebellion within the Church, with the newly elected Pope Boniface facing challenges from the anti-pope Clement. As Hildegard delves deeper into her mission, she encounters unexpected threats, highlighting the complexities of loyalty and survival within the Cistercian Order. This installment is part of a medieval mystery series that features women sleuths and promises to engage those interested in historical fiction and detective narratives.
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Death and danger await intrepid nun Hildegard of Meaux when she undertakes a secret mission for the good of her Order, in this eleventh action-packed installment of the medieval mystery series.
February, 1390. The Church seethes with rebellion. Newly elected Pope Boniface faces a challenger: the anti-pope Clement, who sows discord from his power base in France.
The quarrel threatens the very survival of the Cistercian Order. So when suspicions grow that distant Beaulieu Abbey may turn traitor, Hildegard’s prioress summons her with a mission she can’t refuse: travel to the isolated royal abbey and spy out their true allegiance.
The public reason for Hildegard’s trip is more prosaic. A young Cornish heiress, promised in marriage to the son of local aristocrat Sir William, needs escorting to her new home. It’s not often Hildegard joins a betrothal party, and she’s looking forward to meeting the girl.
But little does Hildegard know, death and danger wait at Beaulieu – and even the protection of her travelling companions, the monks militant Brother Gregory and Brother Egbert, may not be enough to keep her safe from harm . . .
This action-packed, page-turning medieval mystery is a great choice for fans of holy sleuths like Peter Tremayne’s Sister Fidelma and Paul Doherty’s Brother Athelstan.
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