Absolution by Murder by Peter Tremayne

Absolution by Murder

Sister Fidelma #1

Peter Tremayne

272 pages first pub 1994 (editions) user-added

fiction historical mystery dark mysterious slow-paced

Description

The King of Northumbria has requested the services of a wise counsel to decide the people's religious future. Among the select priests, elders, and scholars from Ireland and Rome is Sister Fidelma of Kildare. Trained as an advocate of the courts, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 223 reviews

Moods

mysterious 75%
dark 62%
informative 62%
adventurous 37%
challenging 12%
funny 12%
lighthearted 12%
reflective 12%
relaxing 12%
sad 12%
tense 12%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 25%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Plot: 42%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | N/A: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.54

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