The Crossing Places
The Crossing Places by Elly Griffiths, published by Hachette UK Distribution on June 2, 2016, is a mystery novel that introduces readers to Dr. Ruth Galloway, an archaeologist called to investigate the discovery of a child’s bones near a prehistoric site in the north Norfolk salt marshes. The narrative unfolds as Galloway collaborates with DCI Harry Nelson, who is determined to solve the case of a missing girl, while also grappling with unsettling anonymous notes suggesting ritual sacrifice.
In this edition, readers will find a blend of archaeology and detective work as Galloway navigates the complexities of the investigation, which intensifies when another child goes missing. The story explores themes related to mystery and social science, while also featuring elements of cozy and amateur sleuth genres. With 314 pages, this English-language book invites readers into a richly atmospheric setting, promising an engaging experience as they follow Galloway’s journey to uncover the truth.
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Start right here! Discover the Dr Ruth Galloway Mysteries and become obsessed with one of the most popular crime series in Britain.
‘Galloway now seems as real as Marple and Morse’ The Times
‘I’ve never before read a crime novel in which archaeology and detection blend as successfully as in The Crossing Places‘ Shots
Dr Ruth Galloway is called in when a child’s bones are discovered near a prehistoric site on the north Norfolk salt marshes. Are they the remains of a local girl who disappeared ten years earlier – or are the bones much older?
DCI Harry Nelson refuses to give up the hunt for the missing girl. Since she vanished, someone has been sending him creepy anonymous notes about ritual sacrifice. He knows that Ruth’s expertise and experience could help him finally to put this case to rest.
But when a second child goes missing, Ruth finds herself in danger from a killer who knows she’s getting ever closer to the truth.
‘Captivating! A quick, thrilling read that ends making you want to read Book 2 immediately!’ 5* READER REVIEW
‘I really enjoyed this book, the story kept me gripped to the end! Would definitely recommend it’ 5* READER REVIEW
‘Ruth is such an empathetic character, clever and warm yet she has human weaknesses’ 5* READER REVIEW
‘I envy those coming of the Ruth Galloway series by Elly Griffiths. They are in for a total treat’ 5* READER REVIEW
‘Atmospheric and character-driven, I’d no sooner finished this first book in the Dr Ruth Galloway series than I was reaching for the second’ 5* READER REVIEW
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