Listen free for 30 days
Listen with offer
-
The Chalk Pit
- The Dr Ruth Galloway Mysteries, Book 9
- Narrated by: Jane McDowell
- Length: 9 hrs and 59 mins
Failed to add items
Add to basket failed.
Add to wishlist failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Adding to library failed
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
£0.00 for first 30 days
The Chalk Pit
Buy Now for £15.99
No valid payment method on file.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Summary
Boiled human bones have been found in Norwich's web of underground tunnels. When forensic archaeologist Dr Ruth Galloway discovers the bones aren't as old as originally thought, it's time for DCI Nelson to launch a murder inquiry. What was initially just a medieval curiosity has taken a much more sinister nature....
Meanwhile, DS Judy Johnson is investigating the disappearance of a local rough sleeper. The only trace of her is the rumour that she's gone 'underground'. This might be a figure of speech, but with the discovery of the bones and the stories both Ruth and the police have heard of a vast community of rough sleepers living in the old chalk-mining tunnels under Norwich, the clues point in only one direction. Local academic Martin Kellerman knows all about the tunnels and their history - but can his assertions of cannibalism and ritual killing possibly be true?
As the weather gets hotter, tensions rise. A local woman goes missing and the police are under attack. Ruth and Nelson must unravel the dark secrets of The Underground and discover just what gruesome secrets lurk at its heart - before it claims another victim.
Listeners also enjoyed...
Critic reviews
What listeners say about The Chalk Pit
Average customer ratingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Dragon
- 21-11-19
Best yet
I enjoy the 'cosy crime' feel of the Ruth Galloway books - cosy crime with an interesting archeological theme and some good long-running characters. This one stood out for me with its compassionate view on homelessness - and an interesting 'twist' on that theme also towards the end in which one of the more downtrodden characters turns up very strong.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story4 out of 5 stars
- K. Baddeley
- 09-06-17
Great to hear better production values
What made the experience of listening to The Chalk Pit the most enjoyable?
Good story - very well performed. Loving the improved production values - distance for telephone conversations, intro music, etc.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Many of the homeless people were very well written. I loved their stories and the fact that the author is helping us to see them as 'real' people.
Which character – as performed by Jane McDowell – was your favourite?
I'm so pleased to have Elly Griffiths books performed by Jane McDowell. Her ability to carry accents and male voices make this a much more enjoyable book to listen to.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Sarah
- 03-09-17
Brilliant as ever
This latest part of the DI Nelson series is as compelling as all of the others. Set in Norfolk it offers a snapshot of the county alongside a fantastic plot complete with the drama of daily life and relationships of the characters who feel like old friends.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Amazon Customer
- 25-04-21
the Ruth and Harry story continues
another great story from Elly developing thr characters nicely with a couple of surprises/ shocks .
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- A
- 01-03-17
Excellent
love it ! can't wait for the next book.....PLEASE say there will be another book.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- sheila
- 15-03-17
Brilliant
I listened to this in 2 days.,carrying around in my pocket as I moved around the house. I totally loved it. It was very well read.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- L. B. Wilson
- 09-03-17
Brilliant series
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Yes, intelligent well written, always a good twist, and characters I really like and can relate too . Uses interesting settings and love the archeology focus.
Have you listened to any of Jane McDowell’s other performances? How does this one compare?
Has great tone of voice, and another excellent performance.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
I laughed out loud once a twice and shed a few tears
Any additional comments?
Have read the complete series and can't wait for number 10
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Wendy
- 28-10-19
One of my favourite series
Brilliant as always a different perspective on the rough sleepers
But oh when will they get together?
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- M. Phillida Workman
- 07-07-20
Love this...
.. but I've marked down the performance because the new style phone calls really jar. I don't suppose that was Jane McDowell's idea though & won't put me off next one!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Amazon Customer
- 29-11-22
another great story
A riveting story which was superbly narrated. Ellie Griffiths is a superb story teller and plot creator.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!