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  • Jackman and Evans, Book 9
  • Written by: Joy Ellis
  • Narrated by: Richard Armitage
  • Length: 11 hrs and 56 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (501 ratings)

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Solace House

Written by: Joy Ellis
Narrated by: Richard Armitage
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Publisher's Summary

Holly Stewart moved into Solace House thinking it would be a fresh start for her and her family. She knew a tragic murder had taken place there, but she didn’t know the full ghastly history of the house.

Now, her husband has lost his job, the children are bullied at school, and someone is prowling around the garden at night. Someone who wants them gone.

Detective Jackman wants to help. Instead he’s been pulled into a 20-year-old cold case. The gruesome murder of a young woman whose head was never found. A new witness comes forward. He claims to have crucial evidence on what really happened that night.

Days later, a group of litter-pickers uncover black sacks containing dismembered human limbs. Attending the scene, DS Marie Evans is shocked to see a strange symbol carved into the victim’s flesh: the same symbol found on the headless girl all those years ago.

The murders must be connected. But why has the killer struck again — after 20years?

As the threats to the Stewart family escalate, Jackman must choose between helping people in the present and solving the crimes of the past.

Full of twists and turns, this is a crime thriller that will keep you hooked until the explosive ending.

©2022 Joy Ellis (P)2022 Audible, Ltd

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Joy Ellis never disappoints

Another great listen from Joy Ellis…who never disappoints! Well done yet again! Thanks for the hours of great entertainment!

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Excellent

I love this series. I have read three now. I haven’t read them in order,however, I don’t feel as I’d I’ve missed anything by reading the books out of order.

I would recommend this book and the series.

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Excellent!!!

Nine books and I'm waiting for the 10th 🤞
The narrator was amazing!!!
Thank you Audible!

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Last in the Jackman Evans series, I’m sad!

Okay, now to find another gripping series of stories. I actually cried in this book, so sad. Interesting story about cults, brainwashing and deception. I’ll miss Jackman and the Fenn constabulary. Another good read

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poor Jackman

why did she have yo do that to Jackman. love this whole series and am sad to be done.

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Stunning!!

This was hard to listen to at times as it is so intense. Richard’s performance was incredible as usual. I’ve no idea how he manages to make each character come to life. Another amazing novel by Joy Ellis!!

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A great listen

The narration was easy to listen to the story enjoyable, and it held my interest. I will definitely check out this author again.

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Fantastic read

Twist and turns kept me on the edge of my seat. Sad to have it end.

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Excellent!

Great story with twists here and there. Richard Armitage is a superior narrator. An entertaining listen.

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Great mystery!

Any lover of mysteries will adore this book. Read with differing accents, positive despite the subject matter, and a real immersion into the police world.

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