A Morbid Taste for Bones (Chronicles of Brother Cadfael, #1)
by Ellis Peters
A Morbid Taste for Bones by Ellis Peters holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 23.6K reader ratings. First published in 1977. The book spans 197 pages.
About A Morbid Taste for Bones
Ellis Peters' introduction to the murderous medieval world of Brother Cadfael...A Morbid Taste for BonesIn the remote Welsh mountain village of Gwytherin lies the grave of Saint Winifred. Now, in 1137, the ambitious head of Shrewsbury Abbey has decided to acquire the sacred remains for his Benedictine order. Native Welshman Brother Cadfael is sent on the expedition to translate and finds the rustic villagers of Gwytherin passionately divided by the Benedictine's offer for the saint's relics. Canny, wise, and all too wordly, he isn't surprised when this taste for bones leads to bloody murder.The leading opponent to moving the grave has been shot dead with a mysterious arrow, and some say Winifred herself held the bow. Brother Cadfael knows a carnal hand did the killing. But he doesn't know that his plan to unearth a murderer may dig up a case of love and justice...where the wages of sin may be scandal or Cadfael's own ruin.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ellis Peters |
| Published | 1977 |
| Pages | 197 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 23,590 |
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What genre is A Morbid Taste for Bones?
A Morbid Taste for Bones is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is A Morbid Taste for Bones worth reading?
Based on 23.6K reader ratings, A Morbid Taste for Bones has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is A Morbid Taste for Bones?
A Morbid Taste for Bones has 197 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote A Morbid Taste for Bones?
A Morbid Taste for Bones was written by Ellis Peters. It was first published in 1977.
What is the ISBN for A Morbid Taste for Bones?
The ISBN-13 for A Morbid Taste for Bones is 9780446400150.0.
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