A Rare Benedictine: The Advent of Brother Cadfael by Ellis Peters

A Rare Benedictine: The Advent of Brother Cadfael

Chronicles of Brother Cadfael #0.5

Ellis Peters

130 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious medium-paced
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Description

Peters has gained worldwide praise for her meticulous re-creations of 12th-century monastic life. Here, her chronicles continue with a Christmas story, a tale of robbery and attempted murder, and a narrative of Brother Cadfael's early years.

Community Reviews Summary of 260 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
lighthearted 38%
adventurous 23%
relaxing 23%
hopeful 15%
informative 15%
reflective 15%
emotional 7%
funny 7%

Pace

fast 38%
slow 30%
medium 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 87% | A mix: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 90% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 55% | Yes: 44%

Average rating

3.8

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