Chalice of Blood

Brief Description: Investigating the murder of an eminent scholar who was robbed of mysterious manuscripts, Sister Fidelma and her companion, Brother Eadulf, are quickly targeted by the same killer in a case that is complicated by divisive personal problems. By the author of The Council of the Cursed. Biographical Note: PETER TREMAYNE is a pseudonym of Peter Berresford Ellis, a renowned scholar who has written extensively on the Ancient Celts and the Irish. As Tremayne, he is best known for his stories and novels featuring Fidelma of Cashel. He lives in London. Review Quotes: "The clever solution, one of the author's best, enhances a pitch-perfect reproduction of medieval Ireland."--"Publishers Weekly "(Starred Review) "Not only is the history and culture accurately portrayed but as a wonderful writer, Tremayne draws the reader into the world and hearts of the characters."--"RT Book Reviews" "If you like a good mystery, cleverly plotted and beautifully written, and have not yet discovered Fidelma, a treasure trove awaits."--"Irish Independent"Publisher Marketing: ""If there is anyone who has emerged from the crowded field of medieval mysteries to take the place of the late Ellis Peters, it is Peter Tremayne." --"Denver Post on Master of Souls Ireland AD 670: When an eminent scholar is found murdered in his cell in the Abbey of Lios Mor, fear spreads among his brethren. His door was secured from the inside, with no other means of exit. How did the murderer escape? And what was the content of the manuscripts apparently stolen from the scholar's room? Abbot Iarnla insists on sending for Sister Fidelma and her companion Brother Eadulf to investigate the killing. But even before they reach the abbey walls, there is an attempt on their lives. As the mystery deepens, Fidelma and Eadulf must also wrestle with problems of their own, problems which threaten to separate them forever... Review Citations:

Publishers Weekly 09/19/2011 (EAN 9780312551216, Hardcover) - *Starred Review

Romantic Times 11/01/2011 pg. 78 (EAN 9780312551216, Hardcover)

Booklist 10/15/2011 pg. 20 (EAN 9780312551216, Hardcover)

Kirkus Reviews 10/15/2011 (EAN 9780312551216, Hardcover)

Library Journal 11/01/2011 pg. 65 (EAN 9780312551216, Hardcover)

Wilson Fiction Catalog 01/01/2012 pg. 85 (EAN 9780312551216, Hardcover)

Contributor Bio:  Tremayne, Peter PETER TREMAYNE is a pseudonym of Peter Berresford Ellis, a renowned scholar who has written extensively on the ancient Celts and the Irish. As Tremayne, he is best known for his stories and novels featuring Fidelma of Cashel. He lives in London.