
Titles in This Set
Death Rocks
Poison Garden
Belsay
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Dark Skies Publishing
Overview
Step into the wind-scoured coastline and shadowed halls of Northumberland with this collection of three DCI Ryan mysteries by LJ Ross. Death Rocks, Poison Garden, and Belsay carry Ryan and his team through a photographer's suspicious death beneath Dunstanburgh Castle, a toxic threat stalking Alnwick, and a Christmas party turned crime scene at Belsay Hall. Each novel delivers Ross's signature blend of moody Northern atmosphere, methodical police procedure, and late-breaking twists, making this paperback set a satisfying way to binge three consecutive entries in one of British crime fiction's most beloved modern series.
About the Books
This collection gathers three later entries in LJ Ross's long-running DCI Ryan Mysteries, set against the atmospheric backdrop of Northumberland. Death Rocks opens with a body discovered on the rocks below Dunstanburgh Castle, drawing Ryan's team into a case where motive proves elusive and a second death near Hadrian's Wall forces them to reconsider every assumption. Poison Garden ratchets up the danger as a mysterious toxin begins claiming victims in Alnwick, sending DCs Lowerson and Reed searching for answers rooted in the town's historic Poison Garden while Ryan's own investigation edges closer to a personal reckoning. Belsay closes the set with a festive dinner at Belsay Hall that spirals into tragedy, unearthing long-buried secrets among the guests just as the team hoped for a quiet Christmas. Across all three books, Ross maintains her reputation for tightly plotted procedurals and richly described Northumbrian settings. Whether read in sequence or picked up individually, these paperbacks show why the DCI Ryan series remains a staple for crime fiction fans who enjoy a strong sense of place alongside their whodunits.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Death Rocks — A photographer's death on the rocks below Dunstanburgh Castle draws DCI Ryan into a case where motive stays hidden until a second body surfaces near Hadrian's Wall.
Poison Garden — A toxic substance threatens lives in Alnwick, sending DCs Lowerson and Reed to investigate the town's historic Poison Garden while danger closes in around Ryan.
Belsay — A festive team celebration at Belsay Hall turns deadly, forcing Ryan's squad to uncover secrets among the guests just before Christmas.
About the Author
LJ Ross is a bestselling British author best known for creating the DCI Ryan series of Northumbrian murder mysteries, which began with Holy Island in 2015. A former lawyer turned full-time novelist, Ross draws heavily on the landscapes of North East England, weaving real locations like Dunstanburgh Castle and Belsay Hall into her atmospheric plots. Her books are known for combining classic procedural detective work with a strong sense of place and a recurring ensemble cast that has grown across more than twenty installments in the series, earning her a loyal international readership.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Perfect for crime fiction fans, this three-book paperback set delivers moody Northumbrian settings, twisty plotting, and a beloved detective in three consecutive adventures. A great gift for the holiday season, a birthday, or your own next round of cozy autumn reading, this collection makes catching up on the series effortless.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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