The Sanctuary Sparrow by Ellis Peters

Set in the medieval town of Shrewsbury, this gripping mystery unfolds when a young minstrel named Liliwin seeks sanctuary in the abbey, accused of a crime he insists he did not commit. Brother Cadfael, a monk with a keen sense of justice and a knack for solving mysteries, takes it upon himself to uncover the truth. As he delves into the lives of the townsfolk and the secrets they harbor, Cadfael must navigate a web of deceit, jealousy, and hidden motives to exonerate the innocent and bring the true culprit to light, all while maintaining the delicate balance of peace within the community.