Books by J. R. Ellis

The Whitby Murders is a gripping novel by renowned author J. R. Ellis. Published in 2021 by Amazon Publishing, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Set in the picturesque town of Whitby, the story unravels a series of mysterious murders that shake the town to its core. Ellis masterfully blends elements of suspense and intrigue, making it a must-read for fans of the mystery genre. The Whitby Murders showcases Ellis's storytelling prowess and solidifies his place among the best authors of our time. Don't miss out on this thrilling read from Amazon Publishing.

"A famous writer is found murdered at the Victorian baths in the Yorkshire town of Harrogate. In a crime worthy of one of his novels, Damian Penrose, who was appearing at the town's crime writing festival, has been ruthlessly strangled. But with no trace of the murderer and no apparent means of escape, how did the killer simply vanish from the scene of the crime? There's only one mind capable of unlocking this mystery: DCI Jim Oldroyd. They discover that, while Penrose was popular with the reading public, he had made plenty of enemies. Feuds over money, accusations of plagiarism, a string of affairs. His route to the top left a trail of embittered rivals and suspects. But which of them was willing to commit murder? When Penrose's shocking death proves to be just the first of many, it becomes clear to Oldroyd that he is dealing with a calculating criminal hell-bent on revenge. He must find and bring them to justice. Before the truth becomes more chilling than fiction."-- Provided by publisher.