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The Landscape of Death: A Yorkshire Murder Mystery (DCI Tom Raven Crime Thrillers Book 1) Kindle Edition

by M S Morris (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 7,627 ratings
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A Murder. A Homecoming. A Day of Reckoning.

A man’s body washes up on a beach on the North Yorkshire coast with a single gunshot wound to the chest. The only clue to the victim’s identity is a ring engraved with two names.

DCI Tom Raven is back in his hometown of Scarborough for the first time in over thirty years. When offered the chance to lead the murder investigation, he takes it.

Raven quickly discovers that the prime suspect is his once teenage friend, now a wealthy but shady businessman. He finds an ally in Detective Sergeant Becca Shawcross, but not everyone in the team is on his side.

As Raven delves into the case, he is forced to confront the events that drove him away from Scarborough so many years ago. Given a chance to undo past mistakes, he must make the biggest decision of his life. But first he must learn who he can trust. Because lies can kill.

Set on the North Yorkshire coast, the Tom Raven series is perfect for fans of David J Gatward, J M Dalgliesh, Simon McCleave, and British crime fiction.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09HYWYFB5
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Landmark Media (September 19, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 19, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1213 KB
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 295 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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M S Morris

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M S Morris is the pseudonym for the writing partnership of Margarita and Steve Morris. They both studied at Oxford University, where they first met in 1990. Together they write psychological thrillers and crime novels. They are married and live in Oxfordshire.

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Twocatmama
5.0 out of 5 stars enjoy!
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2024
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A good turn of events mystery. Well written and moves along. Some characters well developed, others not so well developed.
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gregdes
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable first entry in the series
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024
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Having read all the books in the Black Beacons Murder Series based in Wales I felt there was a good chance I would enjoy another UK Detective series, and from what I found in the first book, I was right! The characters are well developed, the landscapes are interesting, the storyline is engaging and keeps you guessing, and the ending os satisfying. A quick, enjoyable read for those who like UK Detective stories.
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mwinlv
5.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable read
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2024
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Good characters and excellent setting. I reel I know Scarborough now. I had some doubts about the plot but exposition came along in time in a sound manner. This series is worth a read.
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Sonnie
5.0 out of 5 stars Why haven’t I read this sooner!?
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2024
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One of the best books I’ve read. The story kept me hooked; no unneeded fluff, I read every page, the story was so good. Starting the second book tonight.
Highly recommend. So happy I’ve found another British series to read.
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Watson
4.0 out of 5 stars A complex story
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023
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I look forward to reading more Tom Raven stories. This mystery includes many human aspects of how relationships evolve as we go through life. In addition to a complex story line of the crimes and resolution to solving them.
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M. Myers
3.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2022
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I enjoyed this book, but it would have been better without the language. There wasn't a lot but it wasn't necessary to have any. I felt there were a few issues with character development but am hoping that all comes together in the next book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good Read
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023
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I liked the characters. The plot held my interest. I am looking forward to reading more books by this author.
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joanne h. edmonds
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Yorkshire Setting
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2024
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I liked the well-drawn setting and thought most of the secondary characters were intriguing, but the protagonist, with his dark name, dark clothes, dark dreams, dark past was a bit much at times. Why do so many writers feel obliged to emphasise the murky past of their principal characters—over and over again? Mind you, I’m not wishing for a cosy, just more subtle presentation of Raven’s past.

Despite my reservations, however, I did finish the novel and will try book 2 as well, as I know that first novels in a series can be awkward.
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Ian Plenderleith
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjiyment
Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2023
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Not finished yet but I’m enjoying it .
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2024
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Enjoyed this book, good twists and turns. page turned to know what happens next. brought fear to my eye. Good research , looking forward to No.2!!
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ASA
4.0 out of 5 stars good procedural
Reviewed in Canada on February 10, 2023
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The focus is on the crimes with some personal data - but not too much. I will certainly check out the next in this series
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Vivi48
4.0 out of 5 stars Landscape of Death
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 6, 2023
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First of the Tom Raven books I have read and thoroughly enjoyed it. Just ordered the second one in the series.
Very descriptive references to Scarborough which gives a good insight to what the place is like. Good characters and a twist at the end.
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daredevil
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional
Reviewed in Canada on October 11, 2022
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I simply cannot believe that this was written by the same folks who authored the series about the rather superficial and drab Bridget Hart. What a difference. So satisfying!
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