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The Outcast Dead

The Dr Ruth Galloway Mysteries 6

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The Outcast Dead

By: Elly Griffiths
Narrated by: Clare Corbett
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About this listen

 Forensic archaeologist Ruth Galloway has excavated a body from the grounds of Norwich Castle, once a prison. The body may be that of Victorian murderess Jemima Green. Called Mother Hook for her claw-like hand, Jemima was hanged for the murder of five children.

DCI Harry Nelson has no time for long-ago killers. Investigating the case of three infants found dead, one after the other, in their King's Lynn home, he's convinced that their mother is responsible.

Then a child goes missing. Could the abduction be linked to the long-dead Mother Hook? Ruth is pulled into the case, and back towards Nelson.
(P)2014 Quercus Publishing plc©2014 Elly Griffiths Modern Detectives Mystery Women Sleuths Suspense Fiction

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As always Elly Griffiths never fails to produce a good story. Would recommend to try.

Very enjoyable

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I wasn't quite so hooked to this as I have been to the others. I think it felt a bit samey, with similar storylines as the others in the series. That said, I probably will get the next one, as I love Ruth as a character and the layered story lines in all the books. Ruth needs to find someone now or move on from Nelson!

Still love these books but...

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, it could offend. Good story

What did you like best about this story?

Hard to say, it was all good. I have enjoyed all the Ruth Galloway books

What about Clare Corbett’s performance did you like?

I don't like her voice for Cathbad, who is supposed to be Irish, Also don't like Blackpool accent either.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes because its enjoyable not because its exciting

Any additional comments?

Roll on the next book.

Enjoyable story

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Another beguiling episode of the Ruth Galloway series. All the characters are present. I would be disappointed if they were not.
The narration is excellent, as ever, and completes my enjoyment.
On to the next one.

Over too soon

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I love these books , the stories and characters are great but why does the narrator have to shout everything time it is a child’s voice. It is not plausible .This does spoil the listening experience for me

Just one complaint

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