"Father Koesler is on the case, thank God." —Baltimore Sun
From William X. Kienzle, author of the mystery classic The Rosary Murders. The priesthood or Lil. It would be a gut-wrenching decision for Rick. Sixty-year-old Father...
"Father Koesler is on the case, thank God." —Baltimore Sun
From William X. Kienzle, author of the mystery classic The Rosary Murders. The priesthood or Lil. It would be a gut-wrenching decision for Rick. Sixty-year-old Father...
"The clever plot, the subtle clues, and above all, the ideas make this well worth reading." —West Coast Review of Books
From William X. Kienzle, author of the classic mystery The Rosary Murders. When Father George Wheatley...
"A sophisticated and baffling thriller . . . a real bone-freezer." —Publishers Weekly
"Ingenious, witty, literate—at once irreverent and compassionate—an impressive tour indeed for a first-time novelist." —Los Angeles Times
..."This 19th Father Koesler mystery is packed with Kienzle's signature twists and turns, but is different from the previous mysteries. In this story, Father Koesler takes a vacation from his parish and the sleuthing is carried on by his...
"Thank heavens. Father Koesler is back!" —Cedar Rapids Gazette
"In the solving of the mystery, Koesler is challenged by a wealth of thought-provoking issues. With the familiar Kienzle twists and turns, the reader is forced to...
The Gathering was the 24th in Kienzle's series of mysteries, featuring Father Robert Koesler as a Roman Catholic priest whose intuitiveness and caring nature have led him to an unusual calling: solving mysteries, mostly of the murderous...
"As more than a million readers have learned to their delight, Kienzle is a font of funny stories. He has created one of the most likable and authentic of all recent sleuths—the shy, sly Father Koesler—whose exploits into crime and...
"Another Kienzle top seller. Excellent in style and story. Original and timely." —Lucy Freeman, Mystery Writers of America
From William X. Kienzle, author of the classic mystery The Rosary Murders. A bizarre plot to destroy the...
"Kienzle's books have built a strong following of dedicated readers. Besider their engrossing plots (more twists than a French braid), each offers insight into Catholic tradition and doctrine. The character development is at its very...
"Kienzle's 21st Father Koesler novel is distinguished by a unique twist that will appeal to seasoned mystery fans tired of prefabricated formulas and timeworn plots." —Booklist
"Kienzle's grasp and detailing of church problems is...
"A nice, tidy mystery . . . with characters who are plausible, intelligent, about whom we can care and with whom we might even empathize."—West Coast Review of Books
"This tale should once again entertain the many fans of Kienzle...
"Readers will be turning the pages into the wee hours of the night, trying to solve the mystery along with Tully and Koesler." —West Coast Review of Books
Has the Detroit Police Department found the perpetrator of one of the most...
"This is the good old Dorothy Sayers/John Dickson Carr school of homicide with civilized people doing what civilized people do best: dispatching each other." —Los Angeles Times
"Bill Kienzle does have a way with a tale. And a...
"Another engrossing installment is a superlative series featuring an intriguing blend of crime and religion." —Booklist
"The Rosary Murders quickly established Father Koesler as among the most likable and authentic of all recent...
"The realistic setting, discussions of theology and humanism add to the appealing the author's new urbane, witty mystery.—Publishers Weekly
"Score another direct hit by Father Koesler and William Kienzle." —Kansas City Star
..."An extraordinary tale of justice and morality . . ." —Otto Penzler, Edgar Award Winner and Owner of the Mysterious Bookshop, New York City
"... another dandy tale of homicide with an ecclesiastic twist . . . a fast-moving plot...
"Kienzle's ninth may be hailed as his most complex and finest mystery." —Publishers Weekly
"... good character analysis and a tantalizing story make this one of Kienzle's best." —Library Journal
"As Kienzle addresses...
"Kienzle's sharp knowledge of diocesan politics and the sights, sounds, and stresses of both priestly and lay Catholic life in a changing world enriches his story significantly. His plotting has never been more intricate or suspenseful...
"An intriguing blend of glory and gore from the master of the theological mystery."—Booklist
"As usual, Kienzle's book is graced by fine touches." —Chicago Tribune
From William X. Kienzle, author of the classic mystery The...
"Kienzle has written another supremely intelligent puzzler featuring his perceptive priest, Father Robert Koesler, and bolstered by a strong cast of engaging supporting characters." —Booklist
"Father Koesler is on the case, thank...