Appel, Gritta, and Efi, the three alewives of Colmar, are enjoying the calmness of brewing after solving the deeply unsettling mystery of the severed hands (Sleight of Hand, book 2). But as to be expected in Colmar, peace is not destined to last for long; two novice monks in the care of Brother Wikerus have disappeared, and a lowly street sweeper is terrorized. All signs point to a mysterious monster that has been spotted, driving the town into a frenzy of fear and suspicion. Theories […]