This is the first book I've read by Ellis Peters.
Brother Cadfael has led an interesting life, and now he's just gardening and living life as a monk in Shrewsbury Abbey. He's down to earth and a very rational human being. His abbey feels like they need a saint to become more popular. They choose Winifred, a woman whose life was lived in Wales.
One of the more dramatic brothers has an episode, and now the brothers are on their way to Wales to collect the woman's bones. Brother Cadfael is brought along because he can speak Welsh. Once they get to the village, the people are not thrilled to have outsiders come and take possession of their saint.
The biggest opponent to the relocation is murdered, and a local man is framed. Brother Cadfael plays detective, and he works for the good of all. Even the ones who don't really deserve it.
Cadfael was definitely my favorite character. He was neutral and weighed every decision with a regard for everyone involved. He was loved by everyone in that little village and with good reason. There are 20/21 novels (depending on which publishing house numbers them), and I wouldn't mind reading the next one, One Corpse Too Many, in the future. Good Book!
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