The Two Deaths of Ruth Lyle: A twisty and addictive British detective novel

DI Jan Talantire is called to a cottage in Ilfracombe, where the female occupant is found dead, impaled with a crucifix. The woman, who had been renting the house for a few months, is well known locally. Documents found at her house indicate her name is Ruth Lyle. The name means nothing to the young PC who found her, but DI Talantire knows that this cannot be true. Fifty years earlier, sixteen-year-old Ruth Lyle was murdered – stabbed by a crucifix, in exactly the same location. It is impossible for this to be the same woman, and yet all the records are a match. With a brutal killer at large, DI Talantire must work quickly to solve the most complicated case of her career: how can a woman die twice?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2024
Publisher: Canelo

DI Jan Talantire is summoned to a cottage in Ilfracombe, where a female occupant is discovered dead, impaled with a crucifix. The woman, who had been renting the house for a few months, is well-known locally. Documents found at her residence reveal her name to be Ruth Lyle. The name holds no significance for the young PC who discovered her, but DI Talantire is aware that this cannot be the same woman. Fifty years earlier, in the same location, sixteen-year-old Ruth Lyle was murdered by a crucifix. It is impossible for this to be the same woman, yet all the records match. With a ruthless killer on the loose, DI Talantire must act swiftly to solve the most complex case of her career: how can a woman die twice?

A captivating and unputdownable crime thriller, perfect for fans of Elly Griffiths and Kate Ellis. Praise for "The Two Deaths of Ruth Lyle": "My new favorite author! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "What a wild ride! Highly recommended, and I can't wait for the sequel! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "One of the best series starters I've had the pleasure of reading. The twists, turns, and jaw-dropping moments are plentiful, while Jan and her team are already believable, personable, and work well together. I am fully invested in this new series and impatient for book two! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "Great story. Lots of twists and turns. Amazing characters! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "A must-read. You will want to grab this book and jump right in! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "Immersive, compelling, and well-written, this is a riveting start to a new series with a deftly drawn cast of characters, a firm sense of place, and a solid mystery at its very heart! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "Super engaging. The writing was very clear and well thought out. The characters were likeable and kept. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review"

DI Jan Talantire is summoned to a cottage in Ilfracombe, where a female occupant is discovered dead, impaled with a crucifix. The woman, who had been renting the house for a few months, is well-known locally. Documents found at her residence reveal her name to be Ruth Lyle. The name holds no significance for the young PC who discovered her, but DI Talantire is aware that this cannot be the same woman. Fifty years earlier, in the same location, sixteen-year-old Ruth Lyle was murdered by a crucifix. It is impossible for this to be the same woman, yet all the records match. With a ruthless killer on the loose, DI Talantire must act swiftly to solve the most complex case of her career: how can a woman die twice?

A captivating and unputdownable crime thriller, perfect for fans of Elly Griffiths and Kate Ellis. Praise for "The Two Deaths of Ruth Lyle": "My new favorite author! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "What a wild ride! Highly recommended, and I can't wait for the sequel! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "One of the best series starters I've had the pleasure of reading. The twists, turns, and jaw-dropping moments are plentiful, while Jan and her team are already believable, personable, and work well together. I am fully invested in this new series and impatient for book two! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "Great story. Lots of twists and turns. Amazing characters! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "A must-read. You will want to grab this book and jump right in! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "Immersive, compelling, and well-written, this is a riveting start to a new series with a deftly drawn cast of characters, a firm sense of place, and a solid mystery at its very heart! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review" "Super engaging. The writing was very clear and well thought out. The characters were likeable and kept. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review"

Weight: 210g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804367179