Requiem at the Refuge by Sister Carol Anne O’Marie

When Sister Mary Helen moves into a San Francisco women’s shelter called The Refuge, she expects a peaceful retreat — not a crime scene. But when one of the residents is found dead under suspicious circumstances, the elderly nun’s keen instincts and stubborn curiosity draw her once again into the shadowy side of faith and humanity.

As Sister Mary Helen sifts through the lives of the troubled women who inhabit the shelter, she uncovers a web of secrets that reach far beyond its walls — from the streets of the city to the halls of power. With her signature blend of compassion and determination, she must uncover the truth before another soul is lost.

Requiem at the Refuge is a thoughtful, suspenseful mystery that explores justice, forgiveness, and moral courage. Sister Carol Anne O’Marie writes with rare warmth and intelligence, crafting a story where mystery meets meaning and where redemption might lie in the most unexpected places.