Margaret Frazer

1 series 7 books in order

Margaret Frazer was nominated for an Edgar Award for Best Original Paperback for both The Servant’s Tale and The Prioress’ Tale. The Sister Frevisse series includes The Novice’s Tale, The Servant’s Tale, The Outlaw’s Tale, The Bishop’s Tale, The Boy’s Tale, The Murderer’s Tale, The Prioress’ Tale, The Maiden’s Tale, The Reeve’s Tale, and The Squire’s Tale. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Known for
A Joliffe Mystery

Series by Margaret Frazer

A Joliffe Mystery

7 books in order · 2004–2011

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    A Play of Isaac

    2004 · Margaret Frazer

    When his band of traveling players are taken in by a patron, Joliffe and company find that murder has taken their place in the spotlight--and it's up…

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  2. Cover of A Play of Dux Moraud

    A Play of Dux Moraud

    2005 · Margaret Frazer

    Performing at the wedding of Sir Edmund Deneby's daughter, the player Joliffe has another task to perform—as a spy. As he uncovers the secrets of the…

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    A Play of Knaves

    2006 · Margaret Frazer

    In the spring of 1435, Joliffe and his fellow players are sent to the village of Ashewell not only to stage plays, but to uncover some dark secrets…

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    A Play of Lords

    2007 · Margaret Frazer

    Joliffe and company play spies amongst the British aristocracy as lords and clergymen vie for the coveted position of regent to the young King Henry…

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    A Play of Treachery

    2009 · Margaret Frazer

    At the behest of his powerful patron, Joliffe journeys to France to act as a servant to the widowed duchess Jacquetta of Bedford?while actually…

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    A Play of Piety

    2010 · Margaret Frazer

    In harvest time of 1436, Joliffe's troupe leader falls, leaving his players to find what work they can while he recovers. Joliffe finds work in a…

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  7. Cover of A Play of Heresy

    A Play of Heresy

    2011 · Margaret Frazer

    From the pages of the national bestselling Dame Frevisse mysteries. While performing in the theatrical and religious festival of Corpus Christi Day…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Margaret Frazer written?

We list 7 books by Margaret Frazer across 1 series, published between 2004–2011 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Margaret Frazer's books?

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