A brutally murdered nursemaid is left in the woods and the baby boy she was caring for has disappeared. When Sister Fidelma and Brother Eadulf return home, they learn of the crime, but this time it’s more personal since it’s their son that was taken. It’s 667 in Ireland, and this is the latest case for Fidelma who is advocate of the courts, as well as the sister of the King of Cashell. To complicate matters the relationship between Fidelma and Eadulf is strained and needs resolving, but time is of the essence and they must find their baby boy before it’s too late. The Leper’s Bell  by Peter Tremayne is a complex puzzle that must be put together before the case is finally solved. This is the 15^th book in an entertaining series that brings 7^th century Ireland to life.