Titles in This Set:
The River Seine Killings
The Lake Vyrnwy Killings
The Menai Bridge Killings
The Conway Harbour Killings

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9782570333184

Overview:
Step into the shadowed world of DI Ruth Hunter with this four-book collection from Simon McCleave, spanning the 8th to 11th installments of the series. In The River Seine Killings, Ruth has spent seven years chasing the disappearance of her ex, Sarah, who vanished from a London train station. A desperate call confirms the worst: Sarah is a victim of sex trafficking, and Ruth races to connect the threads before another innocent is drawn in. In The Lake Vyrnwy Killings, a crudely dismembered body part surfaces at the Welsh lake; with few leads, Ruth and DS Nick Evans must untangle a tangle of gambling debts and Merseyside ties that might conceal a far darker truth. The Menai Bridge Killings places Finn Mahoney in Llancastell, North Wales, where his new life in witness protection is under threat if his past is exposed. The Conway Harbour Killings follows Geoff Williams, a rugby coach whose popularity masks dangerous secrets that provoke a fatal confrontation. Together, these four novels deliver taut suspense, layered characters, and a gripping sense of place that will delight long-time Ruth Hunter fans and crime readers seeking fresh, modern thrillers.

What Makes This Collection Special:
This collection gathers four standalone yet thematically linked thrillers that illuminate DI Ruth Hunter’s unwavering pursuit of truth across distinct UK landscapes and one cross-channel mystery. McCleave blends procedural realism with high-stakes drama, delivering cases that feel immediate, authentic, and emotionally resonant. You’ll ride Ruth’s emotional arc—from personal history that haunts her to professional breakthroughs that redefine her approach to investigation. The set showcases a masterclass in pacing: compact, twist-laden plotting with sharp dialogue, memorable supporting characters, and moral nuance that lingers after the final page. It’s the ideal binge-read for fans of contemporary British crime, where every location feels real, every suspect carries consequences, and every reveal reshapes the truth.

Books Included in This Collection:
The River Seine Killings
Ruth Hunter has spent seven years tracing the disappearance of her ex, Sarah, a case that takes a brutal turn when she learns Sarah has fallen victim to sex trafficking. This instalment razors through a tense, cat-and-mouse chase across a city that crackles with danger, forcing Ruth to confront personal history while protecting the vulnerable. With precise forensic detail, a relentless pace, and a stark moral choice at its core, this book sets the tone for the set and marks Ruth’s resolve to pursue truth at any personal cost.

The Lake Vyrnwy Killings
When a crudely dismembered body part surfaces at Lake Vyrnwy, Ruth Hunter and DS Nick Evans face a sparse slate of leads. As they probe a maze of gambling debts and Merseyside connections, the case deepens into something greater than a single crime. The landscape becomes a character—rain-slick roads, misty shores, and a sense that every clue could redraw loyalties. This novel blends procedural precision with intimate character work, pushing Ruth toward a harder-edged, more protective investigative style.

The Menai Bridge Killings
Finn Mahoney’s watchful silence in Llancastell, North Wales, is shattered when his life in witness protection comes under strain. Past shadows threaten present safety, and Ruth must untangle how Finn’s history collides with the present danger. The suspense tightens with every twist, while the stark coastal setting amplifies the moral choices Ruth faces about trust, secrecy, and safeguarding those who stand to lose the most.

The Conway Harbour Killings
Geoff Williams, beloved rugby coach and community figure, hides dangerous secrets beneath a cheerful surface. When those secrets come to light, a confrontation spirals into tragedy. This instalment sharpens the series’ emotional stakes, pairing sharp dialogue with a high-tension narrative that tests Ruth’s limits and keeps readers turning pages long into the night.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for fans of contemporary British crime fiction who relish grounded, character-driven thrillers with a strong sense of place. This set suits readers who enjoy a procedural backbone threaded through personal history, moral ambiguity, and twist-filled reveals. It’s perfect for binge-reading over a weekend, gifting to a crime fiction aficionado, or starting a collection that grows with a beloved detective character. If you crave modern mysteries that blend sharp plotting with emotional depth across London, Wales, and coastal towns, this quartet will keep you hooked from the first page to the final twist.

Key Benefits:

• Four gripping, standalone Ruth Hunter thrillers packaged as a cohesive collection
• Authentic UK settings—from London streets to Welsh shores—to deepen immersion
• Combination of sharp procedural detail and psychologically rich storytelling
• Compelling character arc for DI Ruth Hunter across multiple cases
• Perfect for weekend binge-reading or gifting to crime‑reading enthusiasts
• Compact, page-turning narratives with tight pacing and memorable twists

About the Author:
Simon McCleave delivers high‑octane, character‑driven crime fiction through the DI Ruth Hunter series. His writing blends procedural realism with emotionally charged storytelling, drawing readers into multi-layered investigations across recognisable UK locations. This four‑book collection showcases McCleave’s knack for brisk dialogue, precise plotting, and a protagonist whose professional grit is matched by personal resilience. With each book, Ruth’s evolving approach to truth and protection invites readers to invest in her journey and the moral texture of contemporary policing.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Owning the complete Ruth Hunter quartet offers immediate immersion into a cohesive detective arc across four distinct settings. You gain a rich, cross‑country crime-reading experience—perfect for fans who enjoy character continuity, morally nuanced decisions, and a palpable sense of place. The set also represents excellent value for a series‑driven reader who loves to revisit Ruth’s evolving approach to difficult cases, learn from the challenges she faces, and relish the satisfaction of a full, coherent investigative journey.

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