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The Janus Stone (Ruth Galloway, #2)

Elly Griffiths
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The Janus Stone (Ruth Galloway, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Elly Griffiths

The Janus Stone (Ruth Galloway, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

337

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norwich, England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Janus Stone by Elly Griffiths, a forensic archaeologist, Dr. Ruth Galloway, investigates a child's skeleton found at a construction site. Her findings lead her into a complex web of ancient and modern mysteries involving Roman history and local legends. Galloway collaborates with police to uncover the truth.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

53,253 ratings

76%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elly Griffiths' The Janus Stone receives praise for its atmospheric settings, well-developed characters, and compelling plot twists. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and the resolution predictable. Overall, it offers an engaging mystery with a strong sense of place. Review: 350 characters

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Who Should Read The Janus Stone (Ruth Galloway, #2)?

Fans of forensic anthropology and gripping mystery narratives will relish Elly Griffiths’ The Janus Stone. Readers who enjoy the intricate character development and archaeological intrigue found in Kathy Reichs’ Deja Dead or the atmospheric settings of Ann Cleeves’ Raven Black will find this novel particularly engaging.

4.1

53,253 ratings

76%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

337

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norwich, England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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