The Armada Boy (DI Wesley Peterson)

A powerful story of loss, malice and deception Ann CleevesWhen archaeologist Neil Watson finds the body of an American veteran of the DDay landings in the ruins of an old chapel, he turns to his old friend DS Wesley Peterson for help.Both men are researching an invading force: Wesley, a group of American veterans on a sentimental journey to their wartime base; and Neil, a group of Spaniards killed by outraged locals as they limped from the wreckage of the Armada.Four hundred years apart, two strangers in a strange land have died violently. Could the same motives of hatred, jealousy and revenge be at work? Wesley is running out of time to find out . . .The second gripping installment in the DI Wesley Peterson series by awadwinning crime writer Kate Ellis. Whether youve read the whole series, or are discovering the Wesley Peterson novels for the first time, this is the perfect mystery if you love reading Elly Griffiths and Ann Cleeves.Why readers love Kate Ellis:I hardly put this novel down from the moment I picked it up. Oh yes, and as with all great crime novels, I would never have guessed whodunnit! Reader review, 5 starsA beguiling author who interweaves past and present The TimesKate Ellis and Wesley Peterson have done it again. Strong characters, strong plotting, no detail escapes Kate Ellis Reader Review, 5 starsHaunting IndependentEnjoyed the first in the series but through this was even better! Reader Review, 5 starsThe chilling plot will keep you spooked and thrilled to the end CloserUnputdownableBooksellerIts fast paced with twists and turns guaranteed to keep you hooked right until the final pageYork Evening PressA cracking multilayered mystery with redherrings aplenty...an outstanding read. Highly recommended! In Search of the Classic Mystery Novel