Penance of the Damned

A gripping Celtic mystery set in 7th century Ireland - can Sister Fidelma solve a murder and prevent a war?

In AD 671 Ireland, King Colgú of Cashel is shocked to learn that his loyal Chief Bishop and advisor has been murdered in the old enemy fortress of the Uí Fidgente. When word reaches Cashel that the culprit will be executed under new law, a larger conflict threatens to erupt.

Dispatched to investigate, Sister Fidelma and her companion Eadulf discover that the man facing punishment is Gormán-commander of the King's bodyguard. But Fidelma cannot believe Gormán would carry out such an act-and yet he was found locked in a chamber with the body, weapon in hand. The evidence seems irrefutable.

As the threat of war looms and the date of execution draws near, Fidelma and Eadulf must find the true culprit if they are to exonerate Gormán and keep the peace between the kingdoms. Immerse yourself in the rich history and gripping suspense of Penance of the Damned, a masterful Celtic mystery in Peter Tremayne's acclaimed Sister Fidelma series.