A Prayer for the Damned: A Mystery of Ancient Ireland: 17 (Mysteries of Ancient Ireland Featuring Sister Fidelma of Cashel) - Softcover

"Tremayne never fails to deliver a fascinating and intriguing read. Besides the complex mystery found within, his books are rich in Irish history and lore . . . For all fans of medieval novels, especially mysteries, Tremayne's latest in the Sister Fidelma series is a gratifying read." --"Anniston Star" on "MASTER OF SOULS" ""THE BADGER'S MOON" will send chills up your spine as it moves quickly from one breathtaking moment to another. Intrigue, tension, and suspense keeps the reader turning the pages in this exciting tale of murder, betrayal, and greed."
--"Rendezvous Reviews"

"A Prayer for the Damned is a blessing for the millions of Sister Fidelma's devoted fans around the world. [She] is a vibrant creation, a woman of wit and courage who would be outstanding in any era, but brings a special sparkle to the wild beauty of medieval Ireland. The author sets the scene with meticulous care and develops the plot with intelligence. Well done!" --Morgan Llywelyn, best-selling author of "Finn Mac Cool" and "The Last Prince of Ireland" "Tremayne writes so authentically about this remote time period that readers will feel they are there in every way. His densely plotted stories are a delight for those who love puzzle mysteries." --"Library Jounral" (starred review) on "Master of Souls" "Engrossing....Rich in historical detail, this series also reflects on many contemporary issues... Tremayne has produced another winner." -- "Publishers Weekly" on "A Prayer for the Damned" "Another stellar installment in the most authentically detailed medieval mystery series currently being published." -- "Booklist" on "A Prayer for the Damned"

""A Prayer for the Damned" is a blessing for the millions of Sister Fidelma's devoted fans around the world. [She] is a vibrant creation, a woman of wit and courage who would be outstanding in any era, but brings a special sparkle to the wild beauty of medieval Ireland. The author sets the scene with meticulous care and develops the plot with intelligence. Well done!" --Morgan Llywelyn, best-selling author of "Finn Mac Cool" and "The Last Prince of Ireland" "Tremayne writes so authentically about this remote time period that readers will feel they are there in every way. His densely plotted stories are a delight for those who love puzzle mysteries." --"Library Journal" (starred review) on "Master of Souls" "Engrossing....Rich in historical detail, this series also reflects on many contemporary issues... Tremayne has produced another winner." -- "Publishers Weekly" on "A Prayer for the Damned" "Another stellar installment in the most authentically detailed medieval mystery series currently being published." -- "Booklist" on "A Prayer for the Damned"

"A Prayer for the Damned" is a blessing for the millions of Sister Fidelma's devoted fans around the world. [She] is a vibrant creation, a woman of wit and courage who would be outstanding in any era, but brings a special sparkle to the wild beauty of medieval Ireland. The author sets the scene with meticulous care and develops the plot with intelligence. Well done! "Morgan Llywelyn, best-selling author of Finn Mac Cool and The Last Prince of Ireland"

Tremayne writes so authentically about this remote time period that readers will feel they are there in every way. His densely plotted stories are a delight for those who love puzzle mysteries. "Library Journal (starred review) on Master of Souls"

Engrossing....Rich in historical detail, this series also reflects on many contemporary issues... Tremayne has produced another winner. "Publishers Weekly on A Prayer for the Damned"

Another stellar installment in the most authentically detailed medieval mystery series currently being published. "Booklist on A Prayer for the Damned""

A Prayer for the Damned is a blessing for the millions of Sister Fidelma's devoted fans around the world. [She] is a vibrant creation, a woman of wit and courage who would be outstanding in any era, but brings a special sparkle to the wild beauty of medieval Ireland. The author sets the scene with meticulous care and develops the plot with intelligence. Well done! Morgan Llywelyn, best-selling author of Finn Mac Cool and The Last Prince of Ireland

Tremayne writes so authentically about this remote time period that readers will feel they are there in every way. His densely plotted stories are a delight for those who love puzzle mysteries. Library Journal (starred review) on Master of Souls

Engrossing....Rich in historical detail, this series also reflects on many contemporary issues... Tremayne has produced another winner. Publishers Weekly on A Prayer for the Damned

Another stellar installment in the most authentically detailed medieval mystery series currently being published. Booklist on A Prayer for the Damned

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"A Prayer for the Damned is a blessing for the millions of Sister Fidelma's devoted fans around the world. [She] is a vibrant creation, a woman of wit and courage who would be outstanding in any era, but brings a special sparkle to the wild beauty of medieval Ireland. The author sets the scene with meticulous care and develops the plot with intelligence. Well done!" --Morgan Llywelyn, best-selling author of Finn Mac Cool and The Last Prince of Ireland

"Tremayne writes so authentically about this remote time period that readers will feel they are there in every way. His densely plotted stories are a delight for those who love puzzle mysteries." --Library Journal (starred review) on Master of Souls

"Engrossing....Rich in historical detail, this series also reflects on many contemporary issues... Tremayne has produced another winner." --Publishers Weekly on A Prayer for the Damned

"Another stellar installment in the most authentically detailed medieval mystery series currently being published." --Booklist on A Prayer for the Damned

As Fidelma of Cashel and her companion Eadulf prepare for their upcoming nuptials, a ceremony that her brother, King of Muman, the High King of Ireland, and other major figures will attend, the festivities are interrupted by the murder of the fanatical, abhorent Abbot Ultan and accusations against another guest, the King of Connacht, in a mystery set in seventh-century Ireland. Reprint. 20,000 first printing.