The Devil's Novice by Ellis Peters

315 pages first pub 1983 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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From the Edgar Award–winning author: When a troubled novice is blamed for a priest’s disappearance, Brother Cadfael seeks to save his soul—and his life.Outside the pale of the Abbey of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, in September of 1140, a priestly e...

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Community Reviews Summary of 391 reviews

Moods

mysterious 89%
adventurous 42%
emotional 36%
hopeful 15%
reflective 10%
challenging 5%
dark 5%
lighthearted 5%
tense 5%

Pace

medium 65%
slow 25%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 35% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | No: 40%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 93% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Average rating

3.89

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