14th century Yorkshire: the time of Chaucer.
Injured in an attack by old adversaries, Father Peregrine has gradually transformed from a steely, articulate, impressive leader into a humbled, crippled, wise mentor. Relying on the kindness of his fellow monks, the fiercely independent abbot begins to regain his feet.
But he faces a fresh challenge. Three days' ride to the southwest lies the Augustinian Priory of St Dunstan. The Priory is the domain of Prior William, whose calculating self-interest makes enemies everywhere. When William and Peregrine cross swords over a matter of justice masked as doctrine, will ruthlessness triumph over integrity?
The series continues with The Long Fall.