The Crossing Places
The First Ruth Galloway Mystery—An Edgar Award Winner (Ruth Galloway Series Book 1)
What's it about
Ever wonder if the past can literally come back to haunt you? For forensic archaeologist Dr. Ruth Galloway, a chilling discovery of a child's bones on a remote English marsh pulls her into a decade-old missing person case, blurring the lines between ancient history and modern-day murder. You'll follow Ruth as she teams up with the sharp, cynical Detective Chief Inspector Nelson. Unearth the secrets of Iron Age rituals, decipher cryptic letters, and navigate a landscape as dangerous as the killer they're hunting. Can you piece together the clues before she becomes the next victim?
Meet the author
Elly Griffiths is a bestselling, award-winning crime novelist whose husband, an archaeologist, inspired her to create the beloved forensic archaeologist Dr. Ruth Galloway. A childhood spent visiting the remote salt marshes of Norfolk, England, gave her the atmospheric setting for The Crossing Places. This unique combination of personal history and professional insight allows her to expertly weave together ancient mysteries, modern forensics, and compelling human drama, making her one of today's most acclaimed mystery writers.
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