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The Abbey Mysteries
Series · 4 books · 2004-2005

Books in series

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The Buried Cross

2004

When an ancient coffin is discovered in the grounds of Glastonbury Abbey the local monks believe they've revealed the final resting place of King Arthur and his queen. In the coffin is also found a crude leaden cross. But when the cross and the bones are stolen, Gwyneth and Hereward have to find out their whereabouts. Their hunt leads them to a labyrinth of underground tunnels where they meet a hermit - could he be able to shed some light on the disappearance of the cross? BLCadfael for kids - strong child characters, exciting mystery plot, and a light mystical Arthurian touch. BLBeing published in partnership with the successful packaging company, Working Partners, who are responsible for such series as Animal Ark and Dolphin Diaries.
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The Silent Man

The Abbey Mysteries

2004

When Lord Ralph's young daughter goes missing in the village, the gentle mute Bedwyn is arrested for murder and thrown into the Abbey dungeons. Gwyneth and Hereward refuse to believe that this shy man could be responsible for such a despicible crime and set about trying to prove his innocence. While Bedwyn languishes in prison, the girl's father receives a ransom note - his daughter is alive after all. But part of the ransom is that he mustn't tell anyone. How can Hereward and Gwyneth persuade Lord Ralph to speak up, so Bedwyn will be released? This book is being published in partnership with the successful packaging company, Working Partners, who are responsible for such series as "Animal Ark" and "Dolphin Diaries".
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The Scarlet Spring

2005

At the foot of Glastonbury Tor is a blessed spring where the water runs red, supposedly representing the blood of Christ. But when Gwyneth and Hereward's friend, Brother Timothy, visits the spring one day, the water is running red for another reason - a travelling merchant has been killed there! Gwyneth and Hereward set about trying to solve the murder and once again find themselves calling upon the old hermit, Ursus, for help. BLBeing published in partnership with the successful packaging company, Working Partners, who are responsible for such series as Animal Ark and Dolphin Diaries
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The Drowned Sword

2005

Hereward discovers a buried sword and realizes it has extraordinary power, but what he doesn't realize is that this sword is Excalibur and that his life is now in grave danger. There are traitors all around - people who want Excalibur so they can claim the throne of England. Ursus and Gwyneth must make Hereward see that the treasured sword has to be returned to its burial place - until the time is right for it to be found again . . . BLBeing published in partnership with the successful packaging company, Working Partners, who are responsible for such series as Animal Ark and Dolphin Diaries

Authors

Cherith Baldry
Cherith Baldry
Author · 14 books
Cherith Baldry is one of three writers who write the bestselling YA series WARRIORS under the pen name Erin Hunter. She is also one of several authors who has written under the collective pen name Adam Blade.
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