This is the first in D.M. Greenwoods canonical series. It is intended to introduce Theodora Braithwaite, but it does more than that. An entire cast of characters with nice depth and interesting backgrounds come to life and I would like to think the readers will run into them again.
The story begins with the discovery of a 'dead' head in a font by the cleaning lady. It is revealed that the head belongs to a young local priest. The whys and wherefores are developed slowly but well. I have read other books written about murders in the Anglican community which naturally includes the clergy but I still have a lot to learn about the roles of the members of the Church of England clergy, from Canon's, Deacons, Deans, vergers and vicars to other members of the laity involved in the day to day routine. It is quite complex compared to a simple pastor or priest or Rabbi of my local places of worship.
I do love the words used to describe the services be they Evensong or matins. For all this there is still evil aplenty in and around the church. I am really looking forward to reading the second in this series.
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