Cornflower Book Group 2011: Volume 3

 

     When I asked the other day whether you'd read any Ellis Peters, I had not thought of choosing one of her books for the Cornflower Book Group, but Efi in her comment on that post suggested it, Susan seconded it, so why not?

    I've gone for the first of the Brother Cadfael Chronicles, A Morbid Taste for Bones (first published 1977), in which the herbalist monk becomes detective when a dispute over saintly relics results in murder. Popular books, these - though I shall bear in mind Erika's comment on lack of period feel - but as someone with no particular knowledge of the time (1137) and place, I look forward to being entertained, and if this one goes down well there are many more in the series to enjoy.

    The book should be readily available to borrow or buy; I got my copy from The Book Depository (and they will deliver worldwide free), Amazon UK has it, as does Amazon US (in both paperback and Kindle version) while bookshops should have it or be able to get it for you easily. We're going to be discussing Winifred Holtby's South Riding on 26th. February, so let's go back in time to the Middle Ages and talk about A Morbid Taste for Bones four weeks later on Saturday, 26th. March. As always, anyone who'd like to read the book (or who has already read it) is welcome to join in.

Comments

[B R Wombat]

Smashing! When you mentioned them the other day, they appealed to me. What a good choice.

[Dark Puss]

I will, as usual, set any previous experience aside when reading this.

[Elizabeth]

I should have South Riding from The Book Depository next week, and I'm looking forward to that read. Ellis Peters - I don't know, I tried once but didn't get very far, but I'll give it another go and look forward to your and everybody else's comments.

[Sandy]

I've always intended to read a Cadfael - thanks for the impetus to do it.

[Julie Fredericksen]

The longer I belong to Cornflower Book Group, the more expanded my horizons become. I found an edition with a much nicer cover though!

[Cornflower]

Oh, I love the idea of expanding horizons, Julie!

[Susan in TX]

Excellent! I will look forward to it.

[efi]

thanks karen.i have just ordered my copy.

[Cristina (Rochester Reader)]

Hi! I acquired a copy of this book yesterday and hope to join you next month. I read 'The Devil's Novice' many years ago and enjoyed it but for some reason I never picked up another. I enjoyed the Brother Cadfael series too and look forward to your book group discussions :-)

[Cornflower]

Excellent, Cristina!

[Dark Puss]

I managed to get my paws on it today at my local public library - yay! I also completed a survey asking me if I'd like my council to close up to 5 libraries or cut book purchases by over 40% or screw money from the mega-rich (sadly that last option is one I made up) - boo!

I'll probably read this book on my outbound journey to CERN next week.

[Cornflower]

Glad you managed to get hold of it, and as always, I hope it will be worth the effort.