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Night of the Lightbringer

2017352 pagesSevern House

Synopsis

In AD 671 Ireland, the eve of Samhain brings a gruesome discovery when a man is found murdered in a ritualistic fashion within an unlit pyre. Sister Fidelma and her companion Brother Edulf must navigate the religious and political tensions of Cashel to identify the victim and find his killer. This historical mystery explores the clash between ancient pagan traditions and the rising influence of the Church.

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About the author

Peter Berresford Ellis is a British historian, literary biographer, and novelist who has published over 98 books to date either under his own name or his pseudonyms Peter Tremayne and Peter MacAlan. He has also published 100 short stories. Under Peter Tremayne, he is the author of the international bestselling Sister Fidelma historical mystery series. His work has appeared in 25 languages. (pen name used by Peter Berresford Ellis - also writes as Peter MacAlan) (re: Bram Stoker)

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Brother EdulfProtagonist
AIDANSupporting

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Sister Fidelma

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