Sister Pelagia and the Red Cockerel

A murder aboard a ship bound for Jerusalem sets off a thrilling investigation led by Sister Pelagia, an astute sleuth underestimated by others. The controversial leader of the "Foundlings," revered as a Messiah, is found dead under mysterious circumstances, prompting Pelagia to navigate the treacherous waters of crime and intrigue. Her pursuit of the truth reveals a web of danger, including one-eyed criminals and a peculiar red cockerel, ultimately leading her to uncover a clue to a profound secret that transcends the murder itself.