New Book Review: Salt's Wound (Trobairitz Sleuth Book 2) by Tracey Warr

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All that glitters is not gold in this medieval tale of poison, diamonds, and salt, set in the Pyrenees mountains. A sharp-tongued female troubadour and an observant lady’s maid deal with murder, a revenant, a suspected fratricide, and some very bad weather. 

The second book in Tracey Warr's Trobairitz Sleuth series, Salt's Wound, is one of those novels that draws you into its world with a mystery, memorable characters and an atmospheric medieval setting.

I particularly liked the central character, Beatriz de Farrera. She is an unconventional heroine, whose intelligence and determination make her an excellent sleuth. Her friendship with Anna adds another appealing dimension, and the two women work together as events take a dangerous turn.

Tracey Warr knows her medieval world, and her descriptions of the Pyrenees bring the period vividly to life. I especially liked the way medieval beliefs and superstitions are woven into the mystery. The rumours of a revenant add an unsettling atmosphere, while the murder and suspected poisoning keep readers guessing.

What makes this book work well is the balance between historical detail and an entertaining mystery. The research is evident without overwhelming the storytelling, and there is plenty of intrigue. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys medieval historical fiction with a mystery at its heart.

Tony Riches

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About the Author

Tracey Warr was born in London, lived in southwest Wales and now lives in southern France. The castles and landscapes of Wales and France inspire her historical fiction. She is the author of seven historical novels set in medieval Europe and centred on strong female leads. She draws on old maps, chronicles, poems and objects to create fictional worlds for readers to step into. Her writing awards include an Author’s Foundation Award, a Literature Wales Writer’s Bursary, the Rome Film Festival Book Initiative and a Santander Research Award. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a contemporary art curator and art history academic. Find out more at https://meandabooks.com and follow Tracey on Facebook and Instagram. You can sign up for the Just Meandering quarterly newsletter at https://justmeandering.substack.com/