A small-town murder. A big city Detective. Can she unravel the gruesome trail of clues before the killer strikes again. Detective Inspector Ruth Hunter lives with the pain of her partner's mysterious and unsolved disappearance. About to hit fifty, the veteran police officer trades in the crime-ridden streets of London for a more peaceful life in rural North Wales. But Ruth has barely settled into her new position in North Wales Police when the body of a brutally murdered woman is discovered - with strange symbols carved into her skin. Teaming up with an obstinate deputy, Ruth struggles to eliminate anyone from a long line of suspects. When another slain victim is discovered with the same cryptic markings, she's forced to re-think the investigation.

A Murder mystery set in one of my favourite parts of the country. I didn't guess the perpetrator at all as there were so many red herrings. I'm now wondering what will happen in DI Hunter's personal life due to the arrival of a certain text message.

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A great story set in an area that I know well. Lots of twists and turns, a real whodunnit and I didn't guess correctly. Can't wait for the next book in the series.

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Thank you very much for this birthday RBACK and from my wishlist too ! Looking forward to reading this book soon

Really well written and I loved the setting in North Wales. The characters were human and flawed and very likeable. Looking forward to reading more of this series

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