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This was fun. 16th century legal thriller, which perhaps does not immediately call up "fun," but it was a bit reminiscent of the Lady's Number 1 Detective books (except that I liked this book). Mara, Brehon of the Burren, is Ireland's one and only kick-ass female Brehon (or lawgiver). She solves the mystery of a "secret and unlawful killing," interprets Irish brehon law which (surprise) seems to be much more community- and reconciliation-oriented than the legal system the lurking English are mak
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I wonder about the medical expertise sown by the characters in the 16th century and their lack of prejudice toward women in powerful positions.
Mar 14, 2013
Kimberly
marked it as to-read
Jan 01, 2023
Curlysue
marked it as to-read
