Ruth Morgan Mystery Series: Books 1-4
(2024)(A book in the Ruth Morgan Mystery series)
An omnibus of novels by Peter Jay Black
Meet Ruth Morgan, a sharp-witted amateur sleuth you'll love.
Book 1 - Murder at Vanmoor Village
Trapped in a British village by an unforeseen detour, Ruth Morgan’s idyllic escape takes a sinister turn when an artist goes missing and a landlady tumbles to her death. Tension in the village thickens like clotted cream, death lurks behind every painted smile, and with the stakes rising quicker than the bistro’s pastries, can Ruth unravel the mystery before it’s too late, or has she bitten off more than she can chew?
Book 2 - Murder on Ivywick Island
Ready for some family catch-up time before her next food consulting job, Ruth Morgan arrives at Ivywick Island. But no sooner does she step foot off the boat, than her sister asks for help locating a missing will. Without it, Margaret and her husband are about to lose their home and everything they��ve worked for. With a riddle obscuring the will’s hiding place, and every choice Ruth makes bringing her family closer to danger, can she solve the puzzles before the killer strikes again?
Book 3 - Murder on the Finsbury Flyer
When an old acquaintance invites Ruth Morgan and her grandson to take a working trip on board the Finsbury Flyer—a modern steam train with Victorian charms - but a murder derails the relaxing getaway and turns it into a tragedy. It’s clear there’s a sinister plan in full swing. How did the killer reach the victim unseen? Who is the most likely suspect? And why has a seemingly innocent person copped to the crime?
Book 4 - Murder at Hadfield Hall
When someone invites Ruth Morgan and her grandson to a fun and spooky encounter at a theme park, they’re eager to get their teeth sunk into a once in a lifetime experience. However, determined to flush out his sister’s killer, their paranoid host invents a series of elaborate games for the guests to play, and the enjoyment quickly turns deadly. With every twist and turn a matter of life or death, can Ruth and Greg make it through the weekend, or are their mystery solving days numbered?
A series of light-hearted and absorbing whodunnits with a fun amateur sleuth. For fans of modern British mysteries, cozy settings, and female detectives.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I love the settings and premise of this series, as Ruth and her 18 y/o grandson, Greg, travel around the UK in a motorhome. A previous police detective, she’s never able to stay out of an investigation of any crime, much to Greg’s dismay."
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Fast paced and quirky, just the sort of book to keep me reading and wanting more! Amusing and exciting." -Freda GR Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Turn the first page of this book and you're hooked. The captivating story, the delightful humour, the wonderful characters (I love Ruth and Greg), and the excellent mystery make for a highly entertaining read." -Lavender Jade Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The mystery itself is skillfully plotted, filled with clever twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Ruth Morgan, our main character, is immensely likable and relatable, making it easy for readers to root for her. The supporting characters are also well-developed and add depth to the story." -The Sassy Bookworm
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I have enjoyed all this series it has humour puzzles murder all well played out." Amazon reviewer
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Book 1 - Murder at Vanmoor Village
Trapped in a British village by an unforeseen detour, Ruth Morgan’s idyllic escape takes a sinister turn when an artist goes missing and a landlady tumbles to her death. Tension in the village thickens like clotted cream, death lurks behind every painted smile, and with the stakes rising quicker than the bistro’s pastries, can Ruth unravel the mystery before it’s too late, or has she bitten off more than she can chew?
Book 2 - Murder on Ivywick Island
Ready for some family catch-up time before her next food consulting job, Ruth Morgan arrives at Ivywick Island. But no sooner does she step foot off the boat, than her sister asks for help locating a missing will. Without it, Margaret and her husband are about to lose their home and everything they��ve worked for. With a riddle obscuring the will’s hiding place, and every choice Ruth makes bringing her family closer to danger, can she solve the puzzles before the killer strikes again?
Book 3 - Murder on the Finsbury Flyer
When an old acquaintance invites Ruth Morgan and her grandson to take a working trip on board the Finsbury Flyer—a modern steam train with Victorian charms - but a murder derails the relaxing getaway and turns it into a tragedy. It’s clear there’s a sinister plan in full swing. How did the killer reach the victim unseen? Who is the most likely suspect? And why has a seemingly innocent person copped to the crime?
Book 4 - Murder at Hadfield Hall
When someone invites Ruth Morgan and her grandson to a fun and spooky encounter at a theme park, they’re eager to get their teeth sunk into a once in a lifetime experience. However, determined to flush out his sister’s killer, their paranoid host invents a series of elaborate games for the guests to play, and the enjoyment quickly turns deadly. With every twist and turn a matter of life or death, can Ruth and Greg make it through the weekend, or are their mystery solving days numbered?
A series of light-hearted and absorbing whodunnits with a fun amateur sleuth. For fans of modern British mysteries, cozy settings, and female detectives.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I love the settings and premise of this series, as Ruth and her 18 y/o grandson, Greg, travel around the UK in a motorhome. A previous police detective, she’s never able to stay out of an investigation of any crime, much to Greg’s dismay."
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Fast paced and quirky, just the sort of book to keep me reading and wanting more! Amusing and exciting." -Freda GR Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Turn the first page of this book and you're hooked. The captivating story, the delightful humour, the wonderful characters (I love Ruth and Greg), and the excellent mystery make for a highly entertaining read." -Lavender Jade Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The mystery itself is skillfully plotted, filled with clever twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Ruth Morgan, our main character, is immensely likable and relatable, making it easy for readers to root for her. The supporting characters are also well-developed and add depth to the story." -The Sassy Bookworm
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I have enjoyed all this series it has humour puzzles murder all well played out." Amazon reviewer
Genre: Cozy Mystery
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