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The Dark Angel

By: Elly Griffiths
Narrated by: Jane McDowell
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It’s not every day that you’re summoned to the Italian countryside on business, so when archaeologist Angelo Morelli asks for Ruth Galloway’s help identifying bones found in the tiny hilltop town of Fontana Liri, she jumps at the chance to go, bringing her daughter along with her for a working vacation. Upon arriving, she begins to hear murmurs of Fontana Liri’s strong resistance movement during World War II and senses the townspeople are dancing around a deeply buried secret. But how could that be connected to the ancient remains she’s been studying?

Ruth is just beginning to get her footing in the dig when she’s thrown off-guard by the appearance of DCI Nelson. And when Ruth’s findings lead them to a modern-day murder, their holidays are both turned upside down, and they race to find out what darkness is lurking in this seemingly picturesque town.

©2018 Elly Griffiths (P)2018 Recorded Books Detective Fiction International Mystery & Crime Mystery Women Sleuths Women's Fiction Crime
Fascinating Historical Details • Intriguing Mystery Plots • Great Narration • Gripping Storytelling • Pleasant Voice
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Elly Griffith has written another wonderful novel. We learn a little about rural Italy, World War II, the Romans, and the complexity of policing no matter the location. The ongoing characters feel like family and I look forward to the next books.

Gripping Tale

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This story really sucked me in. Character development and excitement. Can't wait for the next installment.

loved it

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I really like this narrator! The story is knitted together with 2 locations and shifting emotions. My favorite of this series so far.

Love stories mixed

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I’ve adored everything I’ve read by Elly Griffiths, but there is something I can’t quite put my finger on that makes this book my favorite. Maybe it’s the character development, which I’ve always appreciated in her work, that seems to reach a new level here. It may also be the way she presents Ruth’s opinion of evangelicals, juxtaposed to other religious/spiritual beliefs and practices. It’s both skeptical, respectful, and questioning.

My Favorite Elly Griffiths so far!

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I do like this series. As some say, they are not pure mystery, although generally a part of the plot is focused on trying to figure out how or why someone died - no matter when they died. The cast of characters includes interesting people, all with a wart of two. They are not great books, but they are good reads, they are informative and they are fun. When I am working hard - a good read is just the ticket.

The characters all seem real

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Ruth goes to Italy for work/holiday. An unexpected occurrence brings Harry Nelson there also even though his wife is again pregnant. Who is the father? Kate, now 6 years old, enjoys the Italian beaches and public swimming pool. The narrator does an outstanding job with the Italian accent. Bravo!

Ruth Travels to Italy

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I am a huge fan of Griffiths’ Ruth Galloway productions and was invariably gripped from the beginning of every novel. I started this book twice, and switched to listen to different books. My problem wasn’t with Griffiths’ super writing, or with the narration in general, but a sense of dislocation. Although I love the country of Italy, I had favored this series for its British setting. Also , although I think Angelo’s Italian accent is accurate in pronunciation, it seems (to my ear) to be exaggerated and labored. Based
on the excellence of her earlier books, I gave it a third try, and became engrossed. I’m giving it five stars, mainly because the archeological theme is so rewarding. I had never heard of the Volsci people and so googled them, and as always with an Elly Griffiths’ Ruth Galloway story, I found a fascinating trove of information. I am eagerly awaiting the new book due out at the end of this month June 2021.

Third time the charm

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Tired of waiting for a resolution between main characters. Ridiculous! Not buying another book. I am bored.

This author can't resolve her books!

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Elly Griffiths writes murder mysteries that are both delightful and soothing. The interaction between her main characters is pleasurable to follow from one book to the next.

Pleasurable

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I refuse. Why’d we have to go out like that? great story telling and character/world building as ever, but I’m upset with this story. Also, I wish this series would make up it's mind about Ruth and Nelson. Actually I just wish everyone wasn’t having someone else’s baby … Except Judi and Cathbad. At least that seems like a happy ending.

This series upsets me

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