Margaret Frazer Ordre des livres (chronologique)

Set against the backdrop of the Corpus Christi Day festival in Coventry, the story follows Joliffe, a talented performer and spy, as he investigates the disappearance of a merchant. With members of his company implicated, he delves into the town's elite and confronts a secret sect of heretics threatening the Church. The narrative intertwines themes of deception, loyalty, and the struggle between faith and heresy, showcasing Joliffe's skills in navigating a web of intrigue to unveil the truth.

Set during the harvest of 1436, the story follows Joliffe as he navigates unexpected challenges after his troupe leader's injury. While seeking work, he encounters Mistress Cisily Thorncoffyn, a demanding widow with a penchant for exaggerating her ailments. This situation leads to a mix of humor and tension as Joliffe balances his responsibilities and the whims of a difficult patient, all while trying to keep his troupe afloat.

Miss Marple des Mittelalters England im Jahr 1434. Schwester Frevisse wird von einer Bande Geächteter überfallen, deren Anführer ausgerechnet ihr verschollener Cousin ist. Er bittet sie, für seine Begnadigung einzutreten. Doch da geschieht ein Mord, den er begangen haben könnte. Schwester Frevisse, die Miss Marple des Mittelalters, ermittelt mit höchst ungewöhnlichen Methoden.

Set in France, the story follows Joliffe, who serves the widowed duchess Jacquetta of Bedford while secretly honing his skills in espionage. As he navigates the complexities of court life, the plot thickens when a murder occurs within the duchess's household, revealing the perilous nature of hidden truths and the risks involved in his dual life.

Set against the backdrop of the British aristocracy, the story follows Joliffe and his companions as they navigate a treacherous political landscape filled with intrigue and ambition for the regent position of the young King Henry VI. As secrets unravel and violent deaths occur among those privy to sensitive information, the tension escalates, forcing the characters to confront their own vulnerabilities and fears in a high-stakes game of survival.

Set in 1435, the story follows Joliffe and his troupe as they travel to Ashewell to perform plays while investigating the dark secrets of three feuding families. The Ashewells, Medcotes, and Gosyns are embroiled in a rivalry filled with seduction, deception, and blackmail, which escalates to murder. As tensions rise and more lives are at stake, Joliffe must act swiftly to prevent further tragedy, highlighting themes of betrayal and the blurred lines between performance and reality.

Set against the backdrop of a wedding, player Joliffe is tasked with espionage while entertaining guests. As he delves into the Deneby family's dark past, he uncovers unsettling secrets that foreshadow a tragic turn of events during the celebration. The intertwining of performance and intrigue creates a suspenseful atmosphere, highlighting themes of deception and the hidden complexities within seemingly joyous occasions.

In 1434, Oxford prepares for the Corpus Christi festival, featuring traditional plays. Joliffe and his troupe are set to perform "Isaac and Abraham," while their theatrical skills have also attracted the attention of a wealthy merchant, Master Penteney.

Im friedlichen Kloster stirbt die reiche Protektorin Lady Ermentrude auf mysteriöse Weise. Während eine junge Novizin verdächtigt wird, übernimmt Schwester Frevisse, die mutige Detektivin des Mittelalters, die Ermittlungen.

Auf einer Reise nach London gerät Schwester Frevisse in ein gefährliches Intrigenspiel, das die Zukunft ganz Europas gefährdet. - Historischer Kriminalroman.

Unter der neuen Priorin ist es aus mit der beschaulichen Ruhe im Kloster St. Frideswide. Dass sie nicht nur fromme Pilger beherbergen, zeigt sich spätestens dann, als ein Mord passiert. - Historischer Kriminalroman aus dem 15. Jahrhundert.

Die beiden Halbbrüder des englischen Königs Heinrich VI. werden von politischen Gegnern überfallen und suchen deshalb Schutz in einem Kloster. Selbst hier ist die Gefahr noch nicht gebannt.

INTRIGUES MOST ROYAL... MURDER MOST FOULSister Frevisse has made an unusual journey to London to meet the new prioress of St. Frideswide's. At the urging of her abbot, she stays with her wealthy cousin Alice, lady wife of the earl of Suffolk.But Frevisse suspects more is involved than a friendly visit - for this London home houses a secret that has turned Alice is involved in the dangerous political machinations of the Duke of Orleans and King Henry VI. Their private correspondence is being routed through the Suffolk's home. But when one of the messengers dies under mysterious circumstances and Frevisse is asked to carry letters in his place, she finds herself faced with a deadly Can she find the traitor before the murderer strikes again when she herself has become the target?"One of the most enjoyable of the Sister Frevisse mysteries. The sights and sounds of medieval London are vividly described... Dame Frevisse herself is a formidable character, pious, intellectual and shrewd. I love reading her adventures... A delightful book." - L. O'Connor, Amazon.com."Great fun for all lovers of history and their mystery." - Minneapolis Star Tribune

Endlich darf Schwester Frevisse ihr Kloster für eine Pilgerfahrt verlassen, doch schon bald stößt sie auf eine Gruppe seltsamer Reisender. Ein Mann, der angeblich von einem Dämon besessen ist, soll einen Mord begangen haben. Für alle Reisenden scheint der Fall klar, nur Schwester Frevisse hat begründete Zweifel.§Eine Detektivin, die ihresgleichen sucht: Schwester Frevisse gegen den Rest der sündigen Welt.

Die beste Detektivin des Mittelalters Als Schwester Frevisse ihren Onkel zu Grabe tragen muss, bricht Sir Clement Sharpe während der Trauerfeier plötzlich tot zusammen. War hier Gottes Hand im Spiel oder, wie Bischof Beaufort glaubt, ein mysteriöses Gift? Schwester Frevisse ist von keiner dieser beiden Varianten überzeugt. „Genaue historische Details, sehr schön beschriebene Charaktere, lebendige Dialoge zeichnen die Romane von Margaret Frazer aus.“ Publishers Weekly

Grausame Morde bereiten Schwester Frevisse Kopfzerbrechen. Im Dorf hat man sofort die Schuldigen zur Hand: fahrende Schauspieler, die einen Streit vom Zaun gebrochen haben. Als auch noch eine Nonne getötet wird, weiß Frevisse, dass sie schnell handeln muss, damit nicht Unschuldige am Galgen landen. „Genaue historische Details, klug gezeichnete Charaktere.“ Publishers Weekly

Sister Frevisse is sinfully good at discerning the mysteries of the soul—and solving the crimes of the human heart in this charming series. It's Christmastime, and the sisters of St. Frideswide cannot turn away travellers, even the players knocking at the nunnery door. But along with the motley troupe comes the grievously wounded husband of the cloister's scullery maid, Meg. They swear they found the drunken wastrel in a ditch, but the tale sounds like another song and dance. Especially when two dead bodies are waiting in the wings... Now Sister Frevisse must find out if one of the actors is a murderer in masquerade—or face a very unmerry Yuletide season.

The arrival of lusty, blaspheming dowager Lady Ermentrude at St. Frideswide convent in 1431 causes quite a stir, but before the obnoxious woman can get what she came for--her niece, the novice Thomasine--she is murdered.