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Detective Markham Mystery #3
Kuritegu kloostris
Uurija Markhami kolmas juhtum.
Uurija Gilbert Markham peab lahendama oma karjääri kõige painavama juhtumi.
Õde Felicity ei naase pärast palvetamist oma tuppa. Nunn leitakse kägistatuna pihitoolist. Ta on alles esimene St. Cecilia kloostri usklikest, keda ootab õudne lõpp. Mõrvar ei peatu enne, kui jumalakoda on hävitatud.
Uurija Gilbert Markham ja tema ustav abiline seersant Noakes peavad mõrvari peatama. Päevavalgele tulevad kohutavad saladused, mis sunnivad Markhami kallimat Oliviat oma minevikule silma vaatama. Kloostrist leitakse aina uusi surnukehi ja jälle kord murrab meeletu kurjus kodu lähedalt.
Milline koletu saladus peitub St. Cecilia minevikus?
Uurija Gilbert Markham peab lahendama oma karjääri kõige painavama juhtumi.
Õde Felicity ei naase pärast palvetamist oma tuppa. Nunn leitakse kägistatuna pihitoolist. Ta on alles esimene St. Cecilia kloostri usklikest, keda ootab õudne lõpp. Mõrvar ei peatu enne, kui jumalakoda on hävitatud.
Uurija Gilbert Markham ja tema ustav abiline seersant Noakes peavad mõrvari peatama. Päevavalgele tulevad kohutavad saladused, mis sunnivad Markhami kallimat Oliviat oma minevikule silma vaatama. Kloostrist leitakse aina uusi surnukehi ja jälle kord murrab meeletu kurjus kodu lähedalt.
Milline koletu saladus peitub St. Cecilia minevikus?
256 pages, Paperback
First published April 30, 2019
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About the author
Catherine Moloney
30 books51 followersI was born in Ikom, Nigeria (where my parents were missionaries) and come from a Liverpool medical family, but am not a doctor of medicine. . After graduating in Jurisprudence from Jesus College (University of Oxford), I was called to the Bar at Gray’s Inn. Despite qualifying as a barrister, my first love was English; this led to a PhD in English Literature at Birkbeck College (University of London).
In my academic career, I lectured and published widely on the subject of tuberculosis and nineteenth-century literature, but somehow managed to avoid contracting galloping hypochondria and turned my attention to crime fiction.
In my academic career, I lectured and published widely on the subject of tuberculosis and nineteenth-century literature, but somehow managed to avoid contracting galloping hypochondria and turned my attention to crime fiction.
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May 11, 2019
Please note this book was first published as “Night’s Black Agents”
When DI Markham's girlfriend, Olivia, finds that her good friend, Sister Felicity, seems to have disappeared.
Markham and his deputy, DS Noakes, are called to investigate. Unfortunately, they do find the missing Nun ... she's been strangled and left in a confessional box.
And she is not the only one who will lose their lives to a savage killer. But who wants to kill these children of God?
What Markham and Noakes find are lots of secrets that have yet seen the light of day. And why does Olivia feel that these killings are related to her past?
Again, this is the third in a series that is well written with a suspenseful mystery with lots of suspects to follow. The characters are impressive and the author has done a bang-up job of bringing them to life. Although third, this one is easily read as a stand alone, although I highly recommend starting with the very first book.
Many thanks to the author / Joffe Books / Books n All Book Promotions for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
June 2, 2019
This is book 3 of 4 and I am really getting to know the characters. Markham is still a little insecure regarding his relationship with Olivia. Noakes is still the loveable brash individual and the newer team members continue to develop workwise and personality wise.
This book brings Noakes wife into the story and the reader is treated to a strong woman who likes to move in the higher circles and dresses accordingly. Trying to coach her husband to match up is a battle I doubt she will win. Her links with the church make her part in the story work very well.
Why are nuns and monks being murdered? This is the main question and as the body count increases Markham and his team are baffled. The clues are very well hidden and the team are, as usual, up against it to try to solve the case.
It has become the norm for Olivia to be caught up in the middle of the murders and this book continues that theme.
Another interesting read.
This book brings Noakes wife into the story and the reader is treated to a strong woman who likes to move in the higher circles and dresses accordingly. Trying to coach her husband to match up is a battle I doubt she will win. Her links with the church make her part in the story work very well.
Why are nuns and monks being murdered? This is the main question and as the body count increases Markham and his team are baffled. The clues are very well hidden and the team are, as usual, up against it to try to solve the case.
It has become the norm for Olivia to be caught up in the middle of the murders and this book continues that theme.
Another interesting read.
November 16, 2021
Frustrating
I spent more time working out the many quotes than working on the plot. Perhaps a bibliography would be a good idea. I am also not sure how many more murders Olivia can be involved in and remain sane. I think I will give the remains 9 books a miss for the sake of my sanity.
I spent more time working out the many quotes than working on the plot. Perhaps a bibliography would be a good idea. I am also not sure how many more murders Olivia can be involved in and remain sane. I think I will give the remains 9 books a miss for the sake of my sanity.
September 17, 2022
Another good read
Another classic murder for Gil Markham to solve. The only drawback is the author’s continual use of words which need to be looked up! Any intelligent avid reader is used to the odd strange expression but this author seems to delight is the use of obscure words - rallentando being just one. This takes away from the story.
Another classic murder for Gil Markham to solve. The only drawback is the author’s continual use of words which need to be looked up! Any intelligent avid reader is used to the odd strange expression but this author seems to delight is the use of obscure words - rallentando being just one. This takes away from the story.
June 1, 2020
One of the best so far I have read in this series. Well written, a good plot and thankfully lacking some of the obsessive need to include a particular form of sexual behaviour which has been prominent in several of the other books. Here we have a straightforward whodunnit, why was it done. Everything takes place around associated religious establishments and convent, both sorely in need of funds. An elderly priest dies leaving, it is expected, his family's wealth to his Order. A nun who counselled him is murdered, and other deaths follow. Our team of detectives follow the clues and even though they don't pick up on some of them as quickly as one would like, well, it hardly matters. A good read, worthy of five stars. I will happily read more now that the writer seems to have got over curious obsession.
January 20, 2023
Very Good...
Third in the series. The Author is z very talented writer, in my opinion. She has a lovely command of the English language. Equally talented in developing a plot. I'm enjoying the series and getting interested in the characters. So far I'm find ing this series smart and very well designed. I'll be reading the next book. If you like British crime, you'll enjoy this. I think it's important to read this series in order. It's important to understand how the DS, DI and Olivia all grow and develop moving through each case. I recommend this series as a nice distraction from any stressors one may have going on in life.
Third in the series. The Author is z very talented writer, in my opinion. She has a lovely command of the English language. Equally talented in developing a plot. I'm enjoying the series and getting interested in the characters. So far I'm find ing this series smart and very well designed. I'll be reading the next book. If you like British crime, you'll enjoy this. I think it's important to read this series in order. It's important to understand how the DS, DI and Olivia all grow and develop moving through each case. I recommend this series as a nice distraction from any stressors one may have going on in life.
March 4, 2023
DI Markham's girlfriend is receiving counselling from Sister Felicity following her involvement in the murder at Hope Academy. So it is a shock when the good sister is found murdered in the confessional at St Cecilia's convent. When more people die, it seems someone has a vendetta against the holy place. But is it someone with a grudge against monks and nuns to is the perpetrator closer to home.
May 19, 2019
Chapter 3
And another strong church theme. Although I picked some of the story early, it’s still worth reading to see it all play out. Plenty of gothic elements- premonitions, glances, atmospheric scenes. Our hero and his girlfriend continue to feature- by now his girlfriend must think she’s jinxed.
And another strong church theme. Although I picked some of the story early, it’s still worth reading to see it all play out. Plenty of gothic elements- premonitions, glances, atmospheric scenes. Our hero and his girlfriend continue to feature- by now his girlfriend must think she’s jinxed.
August 6, 2019
Another great D.I. Markham Mystery
Another very gripping story. The characters get more rounded in each subsequent book. This story is taught and well paced, nice meeting Muriel, Sergeant Noakes’s better half, adds a bit of comedy to some very bleak situations. Definitely highly recommended
Another very gripping story. The characters get more rounded in each subsequent book. This story is taught and well paced, nice meeting Muriel, Sergeant Noakes’s better half, adds a bit of comedy to some very bleak situations. Definitely highly recommended
May 30, 2022
This is an amazing series! With each book, characters grow and show themselves. The mysteries, although pretty grim, are also so well written, that one guesses to the end. And you will certainly grow your vocabulary and appreciate the amazing writing. Beware, though. Our hero is pretty dark! Highly recommended.
July 12, 2019
Another fantastic read
Couldn,t put it down. One night practically with no sleep, and only one book to go 😤 Very atmospheric, very descriptive. In fact in most of the book I felt I was actually there.
Couldn,t put it down. One night practically with no sleep, and only one book to go 😤 Very atmospheric, very descriptive. In fact in most of the book I felt I was actually there.
December 8, 2020
Olivia is getting help by going to St Cecilia church and talking with them, especially Sister Felicity. Noakes is still the blunt speaking, mismatch and they still talk of moving him out. For Markham he wants him, they work well together. Olivia has a mesmerizing effect on Noakes. Now a call from the church that a nun is missing, the one that is a friend of Olivia’s. As she feels they are related to her past, of which Markham is unaware of. Good plot and more murders of which Olivia is gets mixed up in.
February 8, 2022
A great new episode in the Markham & Noakes series. A surprising plot, again well written, although the Roman Catholic references are getting a bit too much. It's not yet Father Brown, but we're not far off.
November 4, 2023
Author’s usual nicely plotted murder mystery with clues enough so you know you should have guessed right and seldom did. Interesting reading. Clean. Narrator is clear and gives readers an engaging time.
July 2, 2024
This series had a promising start. Sadly, the books are less interesting by the time #3 came along. There is a lot of woo woo religiosity which wasn't overpowering in book 1, but takes over as the series progresses. The characters are very interesting, but the author feels the need to put the protagonist's girlfriend in danger EVERY TIME.
February 24, 2025
Another classic British murder mystery in the D I Markham series. They just keep getting better as the characters become more rounded out, or in D S Noakes' case, just rounder. Plenty of suspense as the body count rises and plot twists to keep you guessing. Highly recommended.
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August 22, 2019Exciting series
I'm really enjoying this series of mystery and murder. I love Noakes with his secret crush on Liv. And his relationship with his boss
Onto my next in the series
I'm really enjoying this series of mystery and murder. I love Noakes with his secret crush on Liv. And his relationship with his boss
Onto my next in the series
August 28, 2019
Another great story
Another great story by Catherine in This series featuring Inspector Markham and his sidekick Noakes. Lots of twists and turns and an unexpected ending.
Another great story by Catherine in This series featuring Inspector Markham and his sidekick Noakes. Lots of twists and turns and an unexpected ending.
February 28, 2021
These books are addicting. Again, I love Noakes.
September 24, 2021
Ok cool plot
Love the author and her detectives Til and Noakes.
Olivia his girlfriend solve the murders which keep adding up. Twists and turns aplenty
Love the author and her detectives Til and Noakes.
Olivia his girlfriend solve the murders which keep adding up. Twists and turns aplenty
August 1, 2022
This is a very boring book!!!
October 20, 2022
Three stars a bit generous. Very disappointed- seems to be writing the same book every time. Only got half way through and skipped to end. Won’t read anymore. And she gets into trouble every book.
February 13, 2025
Always a good read
October 5, 2025
Sister Felicity of St. Cecilia's convent has been found dead in the confessional box. But she is only the first murder. Detectives Markham and Noakes investigate.
An entertaining modern mystery
An entertaining modern mystery
November 4, 2023
Author’s usual nicely plotted murder mystery with clues enough so you know you should have guessed right and seldom did. Interesting reading. Clean. Narrator is clear and gives readers an engaging time.
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