The Rose Rent

The Thirteenth Chronicle of Brother Cadfael

By: Ellis Peters

Narrated by: Patrick Tull

A wealthy widow rents her house to the Shrewsbury Abbey for the price of a single rose cut from the bush near the house. Shortly before the rent is due, the rosebush is destroyed and the widow kidnapped. Brother Cadfael must discover who stands to gain from these peculiar crimes.©1986 Ellis Peters (P)1995 Recorded Books, LLC

Well written and well read.

Ellis Peters’ best so far in the series, I think. Cunning plot twists left me guessing for all of the book. Delightful prose, inspiring and thoughtful thoughts and a great cast of characters.

Peter Tull was born to read these stories. His Normans sound Norman, common folk sound common, and Brother Cadfael has an endearing Welsh brogue! Fine acting!

For the love of a rose

I recommend this mystery for its complexity and for the symbolism of a white rose. There was a love story blended in, leaving the reader wanting the story to continue . Highly recommended.

Another great Cadfael Story

This book differs from most in that the story revolves around a strong and self-confident woman who, because she is s widow, owns her own business. With many twists and turns, it will keep you guessing!

A very compelling listen

I bought this book because I am a huge fan of narrator Patrick Tull. I had listened to his reading all the way through the Patrick OBrian Aubrey-Maturian series. I am glad I did buy it because I found this Brother Cadfael novel to be very entertaining. You have to hang in there a bit if you start with this book because you don't have any of the backstory. That said, once you sort out the characters the book stands alone apart from the rest of the series. I will go back and start reading this new series from the beginning.

Way ahead of Christie

Christi has nothing on Ellis Peters! This is classic Peters! One of my favorite books!