Sister Fidelma returns in the twenty-seventh 7th-century Irish mystery by Peter Tremayne, acclaimed author of THE DEVIL'S SEAL and THE SECOND DEATH. If you love Ellis Peters you will be gripped by this novel.


PRAISE FOR THE SISTER FIDELMA SERIES: 'Rich helpings of evil and tension with lively and varied characters' Historical Novels Review, 'The detail of the books is fascinating, giving us a vivid picture of everyday life at this time' Irish Examiner

Ireland, AD 671. King Colgu of Cashel is shocked to learn that his loyal Chief Bishop and advisor has been murdered in the old enemy fortress of the Ui Fidgente. When word reaches Cashel that the culprit will be executed under new law, a larger conflict threatens.

Dispatched to investigate, Sister Fidelma and her companion Eadulf discover that the man facing punishment is Gorman - commander of the King's bodyguard. But Fidelma cannot believe Gorman would carry out such an act - and yet he was found locked in a chamber with the body, weapon in hand. The evidence is stacked against him.

If they are to save Gorman and keep the peace between the kingdoms, Fidelma and Eadulf must find the true culprit. As the threat of war looms, the date of execution draws ever closer . . .

What readers are saying about PENANCE OF THE DAMNED:

'Within this marvellous mystery, all the characters come vividly to life. Story-telling is of top-notch quality, because the author keeps you spellbound right until the end'

'Exciting plot, great characters and a fascinating insight into the sophistication and wisdom of the law and society of ancient Ireland'

'A must-read for anyone looking for a good mystery'

About the Author
Peter Tremayne is the fiction pseudonym of a well-known authority on the ancient Celts, who has utilised his knowledge of the Brehon law system and 7th-Century Irish society to create a new concept in detective fiction. The Sister Fidelma series has now been published to great acclaim for over twenty years.

Reviews
The background detail is brilliantly defined...wonderfully evocative - The Times

A brilliant and beguiling heroine. Immensely appealing, difficult to put down - Publishers' Weekly

Definitely an Ellis Peter competitor...the background detail is marvellous - Evening Standard

Tremayne's super-sleuth is a vibrant creation, a woman of wit and courage who would stand out in any era, but brings a special sparkle to the wild beauty of medieval Ireland - Morgan Llywelyn

This is masterly storytelling from an author who breathes fascinating life into the world he is writing about - Belfast Telegraph

The detail of the books is fascinating, giving us a vivid picture of everyday life at theis time...the most detailed and vivid recreations of ancient Ireland - Irish Examiner



Book Information
ISBN 9781472208385
Author Peter Tremayne
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint Headline Book Publishing
Publisher Headline Publishing Group
Weight(grams) 248g
Dimensions(mm) 197mm * 130mm * 23mm