Ruth Rendell was born on February 17, 1930 and died on May 2, 2015. Ruth Rendell was one of the most iconic figures in crime writing. She was prolific, suspenseful and enchanting. Her characters always transcended the usuality of crime novels.While Inspector Wexford was not a young whipper, he was not overburdened with his own experience. He could spot a blaggard a mile off, yet he could see the good in people.In the Inspector Wexford novels, Ruth Rendell introduced psychology into the stories. This was a theme she was to develop further in her 'Barbara Vine' thrillers.Ruth Rendell has written over 50 novels and 5 books of short stories. Kissing the Gunners Daughter and Not in the Flesh are Inspector Wexford novels.
Book Review:A devastating murder scene at Tancred House looks like a burglary gone wrong. Inspector Wexford is not so sure.
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Book Review:A body is found in a wood, it has been there for at least ten years. The task of discovering the identity if immense. Then another body is found nearby complicating the matter. Inspector Wexford has a lot on his mind.
Book Review:Ruth Rendell One Across, Two DownStanley has been waiting and waiting for his mother's demise so he can get hold of her money. His time is filled with crossword puzzles. His latest puzzle is to tray and hasten that eventuality.
Book Review:The first victim had bite marks on her neck, so the killer was nicknamed "The Rotweiler". Other victims did not have this emblem but tokens were taken.
Book Review:Ismay's stepfather had drowned in the bath nine years ago. Now Ismay is having dreams about him. Her mother never talks about events surrounding his death but things are coming to a head.
Book Review:Four collections of short stories in one volume. 38 stories and 536 pages.