This is fast becoming one of my favourite series of novels. This is book 3 of the Jake Jackson series and it shows no sign of letting up.

What I love most about these novels is that whilst the crime/murder/mystery part is done expertly, I love the sense of place that Stig Abell has been able (no pun intended) to develop over the series. I genuinely feel such a part of the lift that Jake has built for himself and Livia.

The peripheral characters are also well developed too and I am so keen to see where this will go. Given the setting of the books, it will be interesting to see how Jake is able to keep assisting the police given that it may become strange if there continue to be a string of murders in their little remote village.

That said, I am all in for this series and can't wait for book 4. Especially with the personal ending of this one too........

Having read the first two books in the series, I was looking forward to seeing what came next.

Again, a great storyline and good characters, but I felt that the author, for the first quarter of the book, over did the descriptions of the landscapes and moods which made me lose sight of what was happening, it was too flowery for a mystery thriller for me. However, having said this, the rest of the book settled down into a better rhythm and made it much more enjoyable to read.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advanced digital copy in return for an honest review.

Always like discovering new authors, and this new release from Stig Abel was a great introduction.
Jake, a retired detective - who clearly misses his former career - is somewhat reluctantly dragged into a local crime investigation after an archeologist is found murdered. The author does a great job of taking us through the investigation and the local rural community that Jake now calls home.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC copy for review.

The third book in the series featuring Jake Jackson. This one is centred on an archaeological site. When the archaeologists start receiving threatening letters and one of the group is murdered, Jake is invited to help the police with their investigation.
There is so much to love about this series and the books just keep getting better. The setting and the characters are wonderful; who doesn't want to move to Caelum Parvum, swim in the lake and dine outdoors with the group of friends.
This book was initially a slow burner but the pace soon increased. Some of the freedoms to act given to Jake by the police did perhaps stretch my credulity but it was an enjoyable and entertaining read.

Retired detective Jake Jackson returns in The Burial Place and once again he is called to be part of an investigation. Although he is comfortable in his isolated, inherited small house with its walls of books, hot tub and nearby lake, he occasionally misses police work. This new case is a challenge. Archaeologists working to uncover a nearby Roman town have received threatening letters. Soon the threats escalate into violence and Jake must unravel complicated clues before more members of the dig become victims.

This series just keeps getting better. Although The Burial Place can be read as a standalone mystery, familiarity with the small town of Caelum Parvum and its residents helps. All characters are vibrant: Chief Inspector McAllister brings a fresh look to local crime, Livia is enjoying her new relationship with Jake and Aletheia brings her security knowledge to the case. The rural location is atmospheric, the plot is well planned and the archaeology knowledge is fascinating. 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Harper Collins UK and Stig Abell for this ARC.

Being a big fan of this authors previous work, I was really looking forward to reading his latest release, and let me tell you, I certainly didn’t disappoint! Full of history, drama and suspense it was the perfect atmospheric crime thriller!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for my ARC

A group of archaeologists working on the remains of a Roman settlement start to receive threatening letters.
Jake a former detective is asked to help and then things get much worse.
I love the description of the beautiful surroundings and the many interesting characters.
This is book 3 although i believe this could be read as a stand alone.
My particular favourite is Death Under a Little Sky but all very enjoyable.
My thanks to netgalley and the publisher for my copy.

I loved this book. It gave me a bit of Poiror vibes with the archaeological digging and the nurder mystery but the author has written a superb story.

It is pacy, intriguing and I was hooked from the start. it was a one sit read on a very rainy day so thank you to the author for keeping me entertained.

It has a little of everything, drama, history and murder which is right up my street. It even has a little romance.

It's brilliant..