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A Personal Devil

A Magdalene la Bâtarde Mystery

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A Personal Devil

By: Roberta Gellis
Narrated by: Nadia May
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 In 12th century London, Magdalene la Bâtarde is the madam of the Old Priory Guesthouse in Southwark. She is not in the least bit sorry to learn that Bertrild, the unpleasant wife of Master Mainard, is dead. Bertrild was insulting to most people. She made threats, using terrible revelations as a weapon against those who would not bow down to her demanding ways.

However, when it seems that Mainard will be charged with Bertrild's murder, because no one accepts the oath of a whore that he is innocent, Magdalene, with her handsome friend, Sir Bellamy, decides to investigate.

©1999 Roberta Gellis (P)2005 Blackstone Audio Inc. Europe Great Britain Historical Mystery Suspense Thriller & Suspense England Romance Fiction

Critic Reviews

"In addition to a well-crafted plot, moments of heart-stopping suspense, and a dramatic conclusion, the author provides poignant glimpses into the humanity of her characters, particularly the women of the guesthouse." (Publishers Weekly)
"Yet another authentically detailed medieval mystery featuring a proactive feminist as the detective." (Booklist)
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This outing of the series is a bit slow to start and left me somewhat disinterested. But I persevered and in the end was glad I did. It is of the "Cozy mysteries" style, and as such is a pleasant listen.

Good enough that I'll look at the next book, but not so pressing that I'll look it up immediately.

It is what it is

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I have read many RG books & loved them all, this one is no exception. Her research is thorough & any deviations from historical norms (language etc) are for the ease of the reader to differentiate. I wish there were more of her books on Audible.

As always Roberta Gellis tells a brilliant story.

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