In fact, these short stories are an excellent introduction to the series, so if you're an historical mystery lover who's thinking of trying Sharan Newman's books for the first time, this would be a good place to start. I do enjoy this glimpses into the writing process, and each one adds to its short story.ĭeath Before Compline will appeal to all: those who are already fans of Catherine Levendeur, and those who have yet to read the books. 'Death Before Compline' is my other favorite in this selection and is the reason for the recipes that are included in the back of the book.Įach story begins a bit of background in which we learn that Newman wanted to explore a certain character's life, or that it was written with a certain theme in mind. Select the department you want to search in. 'Conventual Spirit' takes place before the start of the mystery series and gives us a glimpse of Catherine in a convent in Brittany- and why she didn't fit in with the nuns there. .jp: Death Before Compline (English Edition) eBook : Newman, Sharan: Foreign Language Books. I felt as if I'd walked into a fairy tale, and as it so happens, 'The Beast Without' is one of my favorites in this book. The first, 'The Beast Without,' is based upon a story by the twelfth-century writer Marie de France. Death Before Compline Sharan Newman Sharan Newmans reputation as a critically acclaimed writer of medieval mysteries continues with this. If I hadn't already read the books, this overview would have had me ordering them straight away.Įach of the seven stories focuses on an aspect of the family and of medieval France. This slim little volume begins with a special introduction in which Newman gives an overview of the series in its entirety. It's been a while since Sharan Newman's last Catherine Levendeur mystery, so I was thrilled to hear of this collection of short stories set in twelfth century Europe.

Hello Select your address All Hello, sign in. First Line: (From the Introduction) The seven stories in this collection were written between 19. : Death Before Compline (9780866988001) by Newman, Sharan and a great selection of similar New, Used and Collectible Books available now at. Death Before Compline eBook : Newman, Sharan: Amazon.ca: Kindle Store.

Death Before Compline by Sharan Newman