Our Lady of Hope Monastery can't catch a break. Situated in rural New Mexico, the cloistered monastery squeaks by on donations and various craft and skilled jobs suited to their cloistered, contemplative life. But, when a stolen SUV crashes through their outside walls, they are faced with financial demands that far exceed their means. So, when a major donor offers a great deal of money for what seems a simple task, they are quick to accept. The very ill John Gutierrez is looking for his estranged niece, believed to be in the area, and having heard of Sister Agatha, the extern nun, and her investigative skills, he turns to them for help. All Sister Agatha has to do is track down the woman, and the monastery's financial worries will be over.
But, nothing is ever as simple as it seems. Sister Agatha's investigation quickly lands her in the midst of a deadly situation, and it's up to her to uncover the truth before it all takes a deadly turn for everyone involved.
"Charming...Sister Agatha, with her winsome ways and no-nonsense faith, is sure to delight readers."
Publishers Weekly on PREY FOR A MIRACLE
"THIEF IN RETREAT is a thoroughly absorbing, sharply drawn story with a protagonist who is courageous, intelligent, and endearing. Sister Agatha, with her restored Harley-Davidson motorcycle, and ex-police dog Pax are a dynamic team that's hard to beat... I eagerly await Sister Agatha's next adventure."
Earlene Fowler, author of DELECTABLE MOUNTAINS
"Fascinating…[Sister Agatha is] intelligent, deteremined, funny, and deeply religious, yet completely unstuffy, and adds both interest and appeal to this thoughtful mystery series."
