Holy Island
Holy Island by L. J. Ross, published by Dark Skies Publishing in 2020, is a mystery novel that follows Detective Chief Inspector Ryan as he seeks refuge on Holy Island during a sabbatical from his homicide detective duties. His tranquility is disrupted when a young woman is discovered dead among the ancient ruins of the Priory just before Christmas, forcing him back into the complexities of murder investigation.
Readers will find a gripping narrative that intertwines themes of crime, suspense, and personal history. As former local Dr. Anna Taylor returns to the island as a police consultant, she must confront her past while collaborating with Ryan to uncover the truth behind the murder. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the Northumbrian island of Lindisfarne, where pagan rituals and local politics complicate their pursuit of justice, blending elements of mystery with touches of romance and humor throughout the 457-page edition.
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“She keeps company with the best mystery writers” – The Times”Holy Island is a blockbuster” – Daily Express”A literary phenomenon” – Evening ChronicleDetective Chief Inspector Ryan retreats to Holy Island seeking sanctuary when he is forced to take sabbatical leave from his duties as a homicide detective. A few days before Christmas, his peace is shattered and he is thrust back into the murky world of murder when a young woman is found dead amongst the ancient ruins of the nearby Priory.When former local girl Dr Anna Taylor arrives back on the island as a police consultant, old memories swim to the surface making her confront her difficult past. She and Ryan struggle to work together to hunt a killer who hides in plain sight, while pagan ritual and small-town politics muddy the waters of their investigation.Murder and mystery are peppered with a sprinkling of romance and humour in this fast-paced crime whodunnit set on the spectacular Northumbrian island of Lindisfarne, cut off from the English mainland by a tidal causeway.
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