The Rose of the World - (Hawkenlye Mysteries) by Alys Clare (Hardcover)

About the Book

The new novel in the ever-popular Hawkenlye series. Autumn, 1210. Helewise has moved into Hawkenlye Manor with Josse. But after a visit to St. Edmund's Chapel, Helewise's 11-year-old granddaughter, Rosamund, goes missing--and soon all that they hold dear is threatened.

Book Synopsis

The new novel in the ever-popular Hawkenlye series

Autumn, 1210. A year ago, King John was excommunicated and now his men have come to Hawkenlye Abbey to take it over. Abbess Caliste, Helewise's successor, worries how she is to feed the nuns under her care, let alone conduct her usual good works. Meanwhile, Helewise has moved into Hawkenlye Manor with Josse, and their lives are full of family and warmth. But after a visit to St Edmund's Chapel, Helewise's eleven-year-old granddaughter, Rosamund, goes missing and soon all that they hold dear is threatened . . .

Review Quotes

"the well-conceived story and historical detail continue to please"-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"Appealing characters, an unusual plot, authentic period detail, and plenty of unexpected twists make this Hawkenlye novel a sure thing for fans of medieval mysteries"-- "Booklist"

"Clare has done the whodunit aspect better in earlier entries, but her portrayal of the tense mood of the times more than compensates"-- "Publishers Weekly"

"Will have an entrancing hold on readers whether they are new to the series or devoted followers... The family drama components make a strong case for sharing this title with readers who don't necessarily gravitate toward historical mysteries"-- "Library Journal"