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The Outcast Dead (Ruth Galloway, #6)

Elly Griffiths
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The Outcast Dead (Ruth Galloway, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Elly Griffiths

The Outcast Dead (Ruth Galloway, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norfolk, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Outcast Dead by Elly Griffiths follows forensic archaeologist Dr. Ruth Galloway as she uncovers the remains of an executed woman and investigates a present-day child’s disappearance. As Ruth’s discovery ties to the past, Detective Harry Nelson works on the current case, converging both stories in this gripping mystery within the Dr. Ruth Galloway series.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

38,167 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Outcast Dead by Elly Griffiths receives praise for its gripping plot, engaging characters, and seamless blend of mystery and archaeology. Critics appreciate Griffiths' evocative writing style and strong sense of place. Some feel the pacing is uneven and the resolution predictable. Still, the book maintains suspense and emotional depth, making it a compelling read for fans of the genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Outcast Dead (Ruth Galloway, #6)?

A fan of crime fiction with a penchant for archaeological mystery would relish The Outcast Dead by Elly Griffiths. Readers of Kate Atkinson's Case Histories or Tana French's In the Woods would appreciate Griffiths' blend of historical intrigue, complex characters, and atmospheric settings.

4.3

38,167 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norfolk, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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