The Whispering Dead of Rewley Abbey Murders in the Abbey – Book One
The Whispering Dead of Rewley Abbey Murders in the Abbey – Book One by Peter Stephenson is a historical thriller published by Historium Press on November 12, 2024. This edition, written in English and spanning 226 pages, introduces readers to a series of murder mysteries set in Rewley Abbey and Godstow Abbey during the late 13th century through the 16th century. The narrative follows a determined nun as she uncovers the sinister deaths surrounding the Cistercian monks and Benedictine nuns, filled with intrigue and secrets.
Readers will find a blend of mysticism, the occult, and historical elements as the story unfolds in Oxfordshire, England. The plot intricately weaves together multiple characters, focusing on the investigative efforts of the nuns amidst a backdrop of societal tensions involving peasants, lords, and ladies. This book serves as the genesis for the “Murders in the Abbey” series, promising an engaging exploration of mystery and detective work within a medieval context.
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“Whispering Dead” is the first in a series of murder mysteries following the sinister deaths in Rewley Abbey (Cistercian monks) and Godstow Abbey (Benedictine nuns) from the end of the 13th century to King Henry VIII’s dissolution of the convents and monasteries in the 16th century. Intrigue and secrets abound as a determined nun deciphers the clues in this timeless historical thriller for both young adults and seasoned readers.
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“My friend, “Dr. Peter” Stephenson, has meticulously crafted a tale where mysticism, the occult and science collide to forge the ideal historical-fiction murder mystery trinity. “Whispering Dead” is the ultimate genesis for his book series, “Murders in the Abby”. Dr. Peter prudently ferries his readers to Oxfordshire, England at the end of the 13th century. It is here they are immersed in a community of Cistercian monks, rebel rousers, peasant, Lords, Ladies and introduced to a small group of Benedictine nuns tasked with investigating the homicides which have darkened the town. Dr. Stephenson’s episodic storytelling carefully weaves multiple characters together while keeping these faithful, feminine rationalists at the heart of his tale. Just when I thought the nuns, and I, had solved the “who and why”, we were presented with new evidence that would dismantle our previous theories all while preparing us for the second installation of this medieval mystery.” — Sunny Bleau
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