Play Audiobook Sample
A Morbid Taste for Bones Audiobook
Play Audiobook Sample
(3.00) - 11,751 listener ratings
Quick Stats About this Audiobook
Total Audiobook Chapters:
Longest Chapter Length:
Shortest Chapter Length:
Average Chapter Length:
Audiobooks by this Author:
Publisher Description
Murder in the twelfth century is no different from murder today. There is still a dead body, though this time with an arrow through the heart instead of a bullet. There is still a need to bury the dead, to comfort the living - and to catch the murderer. When Brother Cadfael comes to a village in the Welsh hills, he finds himself doing all three of those things. And there is nothing simple about this death. The murdered man's daughter needs Cadfael's help in more ways than one. There are questions about the arrow. And the burial is the strangest thing of all.
Download and start listening now!
"This one is really a little light on mystery, and it is pretty clear what is coming early on, but I still enjoyed it a lot. It was interesting to leave the area of the abbey and meet new characters. Both of the love stories were handled well. "
— Miriam (4 out of 5 stars)
A Morbid Taste for Bones Listener Reviews
-
" Great story with great writing. Well developed characters you care about. "
— April , 11/23/2018 -
—
Melissa Bryant, 6/4/2018
-
" Great fun. I had seen a few episodes of the PBS series, but, of course, the books are much more fun. The solution was a bit contrived, but that's no big problem. I will happily read more Cadfael mysteries. "
— Kathleen, 2/9/2014 -
" A classic amongst medieval,religious murder mysteries. Brother Cadfael, of the Benedictine Abbey of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, at Shrewsbury. "
— Carrie, 2/7/2014 -
" 3.75 stars. I really enjoyed the first in this Brother Cadfael series, and look forward to continuing with it. It wasn't a page-turner that constantly called me back to it, but I was happy to spend time with the characters when I did pick it up. There is a lot to like about Brother Cadfael, I love the setting, and am slowly learning about medieval history, which is great. I also like a series in which religion figures prominently and positively, and people try to be good to one another, and show real remorse when committing a wrong. I look forward to getting to know Brother C and the rest of his order in this lengthy series by Ellis Peters. "
— Laura, 1/3/2014 -
" I have read all of these books a couple of times. I enjoy learing about that historical period in England, I enjoy the mystery, and I have enjoyed the few PBS movies of various of these books that have been filmee. "
— Carolyn45, 12/30/2013 -
" When I need to really relax, and let my mind go somewhere else I read and re-read Ellis Peters "
— Elise, 12/18/2013 -
" Loved this series, she is dead, so sad. These are the classic historic mysteries, the ones everyone compares to, super-ethical detective, local and global historical details, interesting bits about herbs, catholic church in medival times. "
— Christy, 12/11/2013 -
" The first book in the Brother Cadfael mystery series. This is a very light, quick read, but enjoyable for those who like the genre and the medieval setting. A nice escape; I'm looking forward to the next 20 or so books. "
— Ned, 12/2/2013 -
" This was the first Ellis Peters book that I have read. I did enjoy the story and I plan to continue to read additional books in this series. "
— Brenda, 11/29/2013 -
" Fun read. Enjoyed the setting and the storyline. Looking forward to reading others in the series. "
— Nadine, 11/23/2013 -
" Brother Cadfael is a mix of compassion, wisdom, practicality, and justice. The medieval setting is unusual for a detective story. I love the series! (I just wish I could remember how to pronounce the Welsh names!) "
— Lisa, 11/22/2013 -
" Very good novel. Somehow, Ellis Peters made the following novels much slower and they were not as good. "
— Delphine, 11/17/2013 -
" For some unknown reason I enjoy books written from a medieval perspective. It is great that we don't live in those times, but I enjoy the stories. This is a fun, quick read. "
— Dad, 9/27/2013 -
" I have every one of this series of books (17, I think). I absolutely love them! PBS has a Cadfael series on it's "Mystery!" show. Really well done! "
— Shelly, 7/4/2013 -
—
H.P. Mulder, 9/28/2012
-
" Liked it! An easy, fast read, doesn't drag, doesn't keep information from you despite keeping to a single POV, and I really loved Cadfael's Welsh patriotism. "
— Ah, 8/28/2012 -
" I proudly own and have read all the Cadfael chronicles. They are immensely enjoyable and lend themselves well to repeat reads. "
— Jo, 4/12/2012 -
" I have collected all the Cadfael books and I am now a confirmed groupie! "
— Storm, 3/23/2012 -
" superb, ended just as I hoped it would "
— Helen, 3/31/2011 -
" One of her better ones, in my book. "
— Susanna, 11/11/2010 -
" Happened to pick this up--have now been hooked by Brother Cadfael. "
— Alice, 10/26/2009 -
" An intriguing story of deception, love, and, of course, murder most foul. I love reading about Brother Cadfael and how he goes about solving mysteries. "
— Beka, 9/1/2009 -
" This may be one of Peters' most romantic <u>Cadfael</u> books. "
— Robin, 5/1/2009 -
" Very Touching. Love will always be stronger than hate. "
— Annette, 1/30/2009 -
" Another Cadfael tale where you can sense the twist coming a mile away but only wait for the characters to begin to suspect what you know. Still, a satisfying tale of love torn asunder righted by time and guilt. "
— Korynn, 9/30/2008 -
" I don't remember this, but I know I read it. Now I'll have to read it again... "
— Karen, 5/6/2008
About Ellis Peters
Ellis Peters (1913–1995) was the pen name of English novelist Edith Pargeter, author of scores of books under her own name. She was a recipient of the Silver Dagger Award and the Cartier Diamond Dagger Award, conferred by the Crime Writers’ Association of Great Britain, as well as the coveted Edgar Award, given by the Mystery Writers of America.
About Patrick Tull
Patrick Tull (1941–2006), born in the United Kingdom, was a multitalented actor of the stage, screen, and television, as well as an award-winning audiobook narrator. He acted in numerous American television shows from 1962 to 1996, including Crossroads, and he had roles in six Broadway plays between 1967 and 1992, including Amadeus. His film credits from 1969 to 1996 included roles as Cecil in Parting Glances and Jerry the bartender in Sleepers. He served as narrator for the television series Sea Tales. He narrated nearly forty audiobooks, and his readings of The Canterbury Tales, The Letter of Marque, Monk’s Hood, The Vicar of Wakefield, and How Green Was My Valley each earned him an AudioFile Earphones Award. His narration of Patrick O’Brian’s Aubrey/Maturin novels was praised by novelist Stephen King as among his ten favorite audiobooks of 2006.