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Master of Souls

A Mystery of Ancient Ireland

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Set in 668 A.D., the story follows Fidelma of Cashel, a skilled advocate and sister to the king, as she investigates the murder of Abbess Faife and the vanishing of six young female religieuse. Upon her arrival with her husband, Eadulf, they encounter another shocking murder of a senior scholar in the oratory. The narrative weaves together elements of mystery, Celtic culture, and the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated society, as Fidelma navigates the complexities of faith, law, and justice.

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Master of Souls, Peter Berresford Ellis

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2007
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A Mystery of Ancient Ireland
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English
Released
2007
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Paperback
Pages
322
ISBN13
9780312374679
First published
2005
Original title
Master of Souls
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Set in 668 A.D., the story follows Fidelma of Cashel, a skilled advocate and sister to the king, as she investigates the murder of Abbess Faife and the vanishing of six young female religieuse. Upon her arrival with her husband, Eadulf, they encounter another shocking murder of a senior scholar in the oratory. The narrative weaves together elements of mystery, Celtic culture, and the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated society, as Fidelma navigates the complexities of faith, law, and justice.