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Ruin Beach
- The Isles of Scilly Mysteries, Book 2
- Narrated by: Stephen Perring
- Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins
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Summary
The island of Tresco holds a dark secret someone will kill to protect.
Ben Kitto has become Deputy Commander in the Isles of Scilly Police. As the islands’ lazy summer takes hold, he finds himself missing the excitement of the murder squad in London. But when the body of professional diver Jude Trellon is discovered, anchored to the rocks of a nearby cave, his investigative skills are once again needed.
At first it appears that the young woman’s death was a tragic accident, but when evidence suggests otherwise, the islanders close ranks. With even those closest to the victim refusing to talk, it seems that plenty of islanders had reason to harm her. As the community remains guarded, Ben Kitto discovers that terrible secrets lie beneath the waters around Tresco, and the killer may soon strike again.
Everyone is a suspect.
Nobody is safe.
Praise for Kate Rhodes:
'Kate Rhodes directs her cast of suspects with consummate skill, keeping us guessing right to the heartbreaking end. I'm a fan' Louise Candlish
'Evocative, immersive, twisty' Sarah Vaughan
‘A vividly realised protagonist whose complex and harrowing history rivals the central crime storyline’ Sophie Hannah, Daily Express
‘A pacy psychological thriller’ Laura Wilson, Guardian
'Kate writes so beautifully and with such an authentic sense of place. The whole book tingles with tension. I hope it does for the Scilly Isles what Ann Cleeves did for Shetland' Melanie McGrath
‘Both the plot and the writing keep one thoroughly engaged throughout’ Daily Mail
‘One of the most absorbing books I've read in a long time - perfectly thrilling’ Mel Sherratt
‘Gripping, clever and impossible to put down’ Erin Kelly
‘Rhodes does a superb job of balancing a portrayal of a tiny community oppressed by secrets with an uplifting evocation of setting’ Jake Kerridge, Sunday Express
‘Expertly weaves a sense of place and character into a tense and intriguing story’ Metro
‘An enjoyably scary chiller’ Sunday Mirror
‘The pace never slackens from the first page to the last’ Rachel Abbott, author of Only the Innocent
‘Fast paced and harrowing, this gripping novel will leave you guessing until the end’ Bella
‘Great twists, turns and surprises’ Sun
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- s a pollard
- 27-03-21
Nice
This story was like an 8pm Sunday evening tv program- easy and familiar. Fans of edgy dark thrillers should avoid.
The narrator was very good though, no grating mispronunciation or accent
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- Nicola
- 08-05-21
Atmospheric
Really feel I know the Islands after this - and a good step by step crime caper as well.
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- Amazon Customer
- 16-04-22
Good listen
New author for me, love it when I find someone I enjoy. Now to read the rest of the books. Well narrated too
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- jacky mercury
- 07-06-22
tense murder mystery
I loved this and the delivery of the narrator was just right. definitely recommended
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- Norma Miles
- 11-08-23
"You were born here and people trust you."
The next major crime and murder case for D.I.Ben Kitto on the usually almost crime free Isles of Scilly. This time the focus is more focused on Tresco and the treacherous waters surrounding the Isles, home of many maritime wrecks. The plot is somewhat fanciful, the detecting rather sparse even if Kittto with his dog and single police assistant are constantly busy but I read and enjoy it for the setting alone.
Narration is again by Stephen Perring
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- Mrs. Linda M. Rhodes
- 23-03-24
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An absolutely fantastic piece of work. Great storyline. A book not to be missed. The excellent narration brought out the best of the story too. NB The noun is calm - not calmness!
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- Amazon Customer
- 31-03-21
loved it
easy to listen to, narrated brilliantly. I love the Scilly isles which made me want the book. will look for more by this author and narrator
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- Amber Etherington
- 25-08-23
Good story
Slow start but great story evocative description of the islands. And the sea community. I thought it
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- Susan Random
- 27-06-24
Ruin Beach
This was a well-crafted murder mystery which really paints a beautiful, if wild, picture of the Isles of Scilly.
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- Carol crooks
- 16-03-20
Love her books and his voice
You are transported to the islands and feel relaxed and in awe. Kate Rhodes tells a great atory
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