Book of the week

Friday 12th September 2008

Fancy reading a gripping murder mystery? Try Not in the Flesh by Ruth Rendell (out now in paperback, £6.99, Arrow), reviewed here on womanandhome.com

Ruth Rendell is back with another fantastic murder mystery.

It's packed with twists, turns and cliff hangers to keep you guessing from start to finish.

The story is simple: a man and his dog come across a dead body in the woods. But, when another body is found nearby, it soon becomes clear that it wasn't a straightforward accident and Ruth Rendell's ultimate police character, Chief Inspector Wexford, is faced with another challenging murder case.

Ruth Rendell's novel is not just a gripping and cleverly written story, but one that also highlights some of the difficulties faced by the police force and the staggering number of missing person enquiries they have to deal with.

Fans of the Wexford series won't be disappointed and, if you're new to the books, you're sure to be hooked!

Don't miss our interview with Ruth Rendell

If you liked this why not try:

The Vows of Silence by Susan Hill (£12.99, Chatto & Windus)

Clean Cut by Lynda La Plante (£6.99, Pocket Books)

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