A series that just gets more engaging

The Woman in Blue
by Elly Griffiths
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
May 2016

This British crime novel, the eighth in the Ruth Galloway series, continues the irresistible story of the world of Norfolk and Ruth and her widening network of contacts.  

What's different about this book 
The Woman in Blue stands on its own as an engaging read, but the strength of the reading pleasure derives from the cumulative impact of the series itself: These are characters we care about, relationships that we are invested in, and the mystery and suspense are the icing on the Ruth Galloway cake. In this episode, we continue to see the strong character development that Ms. Griffiths excels at, and the drama is another fresh and engaging plot. After multiple books in a series, some authors fail to keep it fresh. This author, however, does not fail to intrigue and delight.

What I'll do now that I've read it 
The entire series of Ruth and her circle will become part of the library for each adult collection I oversee. And this latest installment will be my latest recommendation to friends and patrons.  
The opportunity to review new titles is sometimes a beautiful serendipity:  I am grateful to have had the chance to meet Ruth and follow her story. Don't miss it!

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