DI Ruth Hunter Series by Simon McCleave 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The Snowdonia Killings
The Harlech Beach Killings
The Dee Valley Killings

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Canelo Crime

Overview
Set against the wild, wind-scoured landscapes of North Wales, the DI Ruth Hunter series follows a determined detective rebuilding her career after tragedy. This three-book paperback collection gathers The Snowdonia Killings, The Harlech Beach Killings, and The Dee Valley Killings, each a fast-paced police procedural steeped in local atmosphere and dark secrets. Ruth joins North Wales Police and confronts brutal, cleverly plotted murders, from cryptic symbols carved into a victim's body to a coastal case tangled with organized crime. Ideal for fans of gritty British detective fiction, this bundle delivers three complete mysteries.

About the Books
This collection brings together the first three entries in Simon McCleave's DI Ruth Hunter series, set amid the dramatic scenery of Snowdonia and the North Wales coastline. The Snowdonia Killings introduces Ruth Hunter as she transfers to North Wales Police still reeling from an unresolved personal loss, only to be thrown into a serial-murder investigation when a local teacher is found dead with strange symbols carved into her skin. The Harlech Beach Killings picks up the pace when a businessman's body washes ashore on a remote stretch of coast, and Ruth's inquiry into his affairs uncovers ties to a feared drug lord operating out of Liverpool, spiraling into a dangerous confrontation with organized crime and corrupt contacts. The Dee Valley Killings raises the stakes further, entangling a horrifying discovery with a threat that becomes disturbingly personal for Ruth, pushing her into a tense cat-and-mouse pursuit. Across all three books, McCleave grounds his plots in authentic-feeling police work and a strong sense of place, tracing Ruth's growth from newcomer to hardened investigator. The case escalates quickly, forcing Ruth to balance careful procedural work with sharp instinct as she races to stop each killer before they strike again in these tightly plotted investigations. This set delivers a satisfying, complete story arc that rewards readers new to McCleave's acclaimed Welsh crime series.

Key Benefits

• Three full-length crime novels in one paperback set for back-to-back reading
• Atmospheric North Wales settings bringing Snowdonia, Harlech, and the Dee Valley to life
• A relatable female detective lead whose story deepens across the series
• Twisty mysteries for fans of modern British police procedurals
• A thoughtful gift for mystery lovers and book clubs

Book-by-Book Guide
The Snowdonia Killings — Ruth Hunter's first case: a teacher's murder marked by cryptic symbols pulls her into a serial-killer hunt.
The Harlech Beach Killings — A businessman's body on a secluded shore leads Ruth into a case tangled with a feared drug lord.
The Dee Valley Killings — A gruesome discovery turns personal, forcing Ruth into a tense cat-and-mouse pursuit.

About the Author
Simon McCleave is an English crime writer best known for the DI Ruth Hunter series, which began with The Snowdonia Killings. Before turning to fiction, McCleave worked in television and film, including time as a script editor and story analyst for major UK broadcasters, experience that shows in his tightly paced plotting and dialogue. Drawing on his love of the Welsh landscape, he sets his procedurals against the valleys and coastlines of North Wales. McCleave has continued the series with further installments and other crime novels. He continues to write within the crime genre today.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Perfect for cozy nights in, long flights, or a beach bag this summer, this three-book set delivers atmospheric, twist-filled crime fiction from start to finish. It makes a thoughtful gift for the mystery reader in your life, a solid pick for any book club, or a rewarding treat for yourself.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.