A terrific read with a sense of the Elly Griffiths and Joy Ellis books - gorgeous setting so eloquently described and quirky characters aplenty. I thoroughly enjoyed the different perspectives and seeing how the teenagers who discovered the body interacted with one another and then with their parents. The archeological aspects were also interesting and added an extra rabbit hole to explore. Some of the characters were unbearably annoying, which only added to the sense of credibility and engagement.

Another amazing follow up book, always amazing and didn’t have a clue how it was going to end until it happened, love this series and it was just as good as the rest of them AAA

A medieval torture device. An archaeological dig. Can DS Karen Hart unearth the truth?! Great read!! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! It had great suspense, intriguing, action packed, gruesome murders, serial killer, mystery, a great who done it and some wild twists and turns! The story was very interesting! I highly recommend reading this book! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

I just started listening to this arc today and I want to say that it is a good book so far. I’m excited to listen to more of this book/story today!!

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for this arc. It is perfect for today.

Pub date is next year on January 21,2025.

Another good sortie in this series, which doesn't need to be read in order. More police procedural this time than focusing on personal relationships of existing characters.

This series works well without mention of DS Hart's romance with Mike, or DC Jones's with Harinder. The storyline focuses on the first gruesome murder, and at first it seems as if it's a one- off, but the second adds confusion and potentially another suspect/s to the tale.

I suspected who the killer was, and whilst his explanation fell a bit flat, it sort of did work because of the sometimes-stereotyped character he was (trying not to Spoiler!). I also wondered why some of the team would start something and leave it incomplete, which could've led to the murderer before, but hey, we're human.

It ends with DC Jones in a better place than in the last book, and with DS Hart's life taking a new direction, and that she sees her worth and has the support of her colleagues. I liked that there wasn't TMI, just characters acting like the grown-ups they are.

In Plain Sight* is a compelling mystery that keeps readers on their toes from start to finish. D. S. Butler crafts a gripping narrative filled with unexpected twists and well-developed characters. The pacing is brisk, and the tension builds effectively, making it hard to put down.

The setting adds a rich layer to the story, immersing readers in the world Butler has created. However, some plot points may feel a bit predictable to seasoned mystery fans, and certain character arcs could benefit from further depth.

Overall, *In Plain Sight* delivers an engaging reading experience for mystery enthusiasts, showcasing Butler's knack for storytelling and suspense.