Merchant's House: Book 1 in the DI Wesley Peterson crime series

The Merchant's House is the first mystery in the bestselling DI Wesley Peterson crime series set on the windswept Devon coast. It is a powerful story of loss, malice, and deception, and will have you gripped until the final page.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 20 August 2020
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

The Merchant's House is the first mystery in the bestselling DI Wesley Peterson crime series, set on the windswept Devon coast. Written by the million-copy bestselling author Kate Ellis, this novel weaves together past and present to create a captivating story of loss, malice, and deception.

DS Wesley Peterson, newly arrived in the West Country town of Tradmouth, finds himself dealing with two tragic incidents. A child goes missing, and a young woman is brutally murdered on a lonely cliff path. As he begins to investigate these murders, Wesley starts to suspect that they may be linked by age-old motives of jealousy and sexual obsession. The pressure is on him to prevent a further tragedy from unfolding.

Meanwhile, Wesley's old friend, archaeologist Neil Watson, unearths the skeletons of a woman and a newborn baby in the cellar of an ancient merchant's house nearby. As they delve deeper into the investigation, Wesley and Neil discover that the murders may be connected to a long-buried secret that has been hidden for centuries.

With each passing day, the stakes become higher, and Wesley must use all his skills and knowledge to unravel the mystery before it's too late. The Merchant's House is a gripping crime novel that will keep readers hooked until the final page. It is perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths, who will appreciate the clever plotting and powerful story of loss, malice, and deception.

The novel has received rave reviews from readers, with many praising its ability to keep them engaged and entertained. One reviewer on Goodreads said, "I couldn't stop turning the pages. Something about this book just hooked me!" Another reviewer on Goodreads rated the book five stars and wrote, "Superb. Five stars."

If you enjoy the works of Ian Rankin, LJ Ross, Elly Griffiths, and James Oswald, then you will undoubtedly enjoy Kate Ellis's The Merchant's House. The novel's blend of mystery, suspense, and historical intrigue will transport you to the rugged coastline of Devon and leave you longing for more.

So, if you're looking for a compelling crime series that will keep you guessing until the very end, be sure to pick up The Merchant's House. You won't be disappointed.

Weight: 180g
Dimension: 127 x 196 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349424774