The Dark Angel - Elly Griffiths
Published 2018
She read
UK archaeologist Ruth Galloway is invited to Italy to assist a fellow archaeologist in identifying some bones found in an excavation. She encounters mysterious behaviors from some of the locals, seemingly related to the area’s history of resistance during World War II. When an earthquake hits the area, DCI Nelson appears to make sure all is well with his former paramour and their daughter. While there, a murder occurs and Ruth and Nelson are of assistance to the local authorities. Meanwhile, Nelson’s wife and family back in the UK may be in danger when a criminal he arrested and who vowed revenge is released.
This is another book that has been on my TBR for a long time. It is the tenth installment of fifteen. I read the fifteenth as my first introduction to the series. I liked it and vowed I would go back and read some of the prior stories.
This is a well-written, engrossing, fast-paced read. The characters are richly drawn in this well-plotted, atmospheric novel. I loved the setting and the Italian flavor in this story. For me, the personal relationships among the characters were more intriguing than the mystery to be solved. And now I feel compelled to read number eleven!
Thanks to #NetGalley and @marinerbooks for the DRC.
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