Edith Pargeter

I finished the Ellis Peters novel about Cadfael and was eager to know a little more about the author, Ellis Peters is a pen name for Edith Pargeter (1913 to 1995) who wrote many novels and non-fiction volumes up until just a few years before her death. Born in Horsehay, Shropshire, she was fascinated by the history of Wales, especially medieval history. She is especially known for the Cadfael mysteries, the Brothers of Gwynedd quartet, and The Heaven Tree trilogy, all about medieval Wales. She also wrote 13 George Felse mysteries, but I haven't explored those yet. Interestingly, Gwynedd is a town that is mentioned in Monk's Hood, the mystery I just finished, as well as having the quartet named after it. I was lucky enough to find the Heaven Tree trilogy at my local used book sale, which benefits the public library. Many communities have such sales and they are great for collectors, book lovers, and explorers. Just the place to try out a new author for very little investment.

Ellis Peters -Wikipedia image