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kelly_bookpile's review against another edition
4.0
This a story about the disappearance of a young girl. Libby, but the investigations throw up a lot more than was expected.
I didn't realise this was part of a series, and although I'm guessing the previous books give more background on the detectives, it didn't ruin this book for me. However, I did struggle with who was who for most part, but if i had read the series from the beginning I might not have this view.
All in all, a good fast paced read, and will be buying the previous and forthcoming books.
Thank you to Netgalley, Robert Scragg and Allison & Busby for this ARC in exchange for an honest review
I didn't realise this was part of a series, and although I'm guessing the previous books give more background on the detectives, it didn't ruin this book for me. However, I did struggle with who was who for most part, but if i had read the series from the beginning I might not have this view.
All in all, a good fast paced read, and will be buying the previous and forthcoming books.
Thank you to Netgalley, Robert Scragg and Allison & Busby for this ARC in exchange for an honest review
kaz_loves_books's review against another edition
5.0
This is my review of All That Is Buried by Robert Scragg. It’s the third book in the DI Jake Porter and DS Nick Styles series which is set in London.
Libby Hallforth goes to the local fair with her parents one afternoon. She is taking some pictures on her phone when a man comes up behind her and surprises her. Later that afternoon she is reported missing to the police by her parents. One of the main questions is why wait two hours to report her missing? They find her smashed phone at the fair with her blood on the screen but other then that, no other trace of her, no leads and one witness who saw her without her parents.
About five months later, they get a report of a sighting of Libby at a park. They pull out all the stops to try and find her in the park. No sign of Libby but what they do find is so unexpected, it’s terrifying. On a small island in the lake, they find a gravesite with multiple human remains buried there in a clearing. Roses have been planted there and it seems like someone has been taking good care of the area regularly. One thing is ruled out and that the remains are too old to be Libby. Unfortunately, sky news have snuck onto the island and broadcast the news before DI Porter can inform the family so they get to hear without being told officially. This causes its own problems.
DI Porter refuses to give up the hunt for Libby, even though the trail has gone cold and now he has a new case on his hands which has to take priority. Who would want to kidnap children to then kill them and bury them in this way? Some of the remains were older than others. It seemed they had all been buried within the last five years. They were waiting on DNA tests to see if there hits to try and identify the remains. They wanted to try and work out what made this killer tick. To try and stop him before he struck again. But they needed something to go on.
This book grabbed me from the start and I didn’t want to put it down. I truly enjoyed reading it and I want to read the other two in the series as well. The story is descriptive and flows well. This could well be another series I could get into.
Libby Hallforth goes to the local fair with her parents one afternoon. She is taking some pictures on her phone when a man comes up behind her and surprises her. Later that afternoon she is reported missing to the police by her parents. One of the main questions is why wait two hours to report her missing? They find her smashed phone at the fair with her blood on the screen but other then that, no other trace of her, no leads and one witness who saw her without her parents.
About five months later, they get a report of a sighting of Libby at a park. They pull out all the stops to try and find her in the park. No sign of Libby but what they do find is so unexpected, it’s terrifying. On a small island in the lake, they find a gravesite with multiple human remains buried there in a clearing. Roses have been planted there and it seems like someone has been taking good care of the area regularly. One thing is ruled out and that the remains are too old to be Libby. Unfortunately, sky news have snuck onto the island and broadcast the news before DI Porter can inform the family so they get to hear without being told officially. This causes its own problems.
DI Porter refuses to give up the hunt for Libby, even though the trail has gone cold and now he has a new case on his hands which has to take priority. Who would want to kidnap children to then kill them and bury them in this way? Some of the remains were older than others. It seemed they had all been buried within the last five years. They were waiting on DNA tests to see if there hits to try and identify the remains. They wanted to try and work out what made this killer tick. To try and stop him before he struck again. But they needed something to go on.
This book grabbed me from the start and I didn’t want to put it down. I truly enjoyed reading it and I want to read the other two in the series as well. The story is descriptive and flows well. This could well be another series I could get into.
annarella's review against another edition
5.0
It's the first book I read in this series and won't surely be the last as it's gripping and entertaining.
i loved the fleshed out cast of characters, the well crafted plot and the solid mystery.
The style of writing is excellent and the author is a good storyteller.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
i loved the fleshed out cast of characters, the well crafted plot and the solid mystery.
The style of writing is excellent and the author is a good storyteller.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
3no7's review against another edition
4.0
“All That is Buried” is book three in “Porter and Styles” detective series by Robert Scragg. The main characters continue and have matured a little, but it is not necessary to have read the previous books to enjoy this one. When a young girl, Libby, goes missing, there are no clues, no leads, and no witnesses. Months later when the trail is cold, DI Jake Porter and DS Nick Styles find a body, many bodies, bodies of children.
Scragg creates a great sense of place; the geography and settings are detailed and well developed. The characters are interesting, and credible; conversations drive the plot. Everyday activities are interspersed with the search for answers. There are abundant suspects, and everyone has secrets. None are really who they seem to be. The pacing is appropriate, and little details make the story pertinent and compelling. The plot moves slowly yet deliberately, and the suspense increases as each piece of the puzzle falls into place. In the end, there are secrets, shocks, and startling revelations.
“All That is Buried” pulls readers along and ends with a surprise. I received a review copy from Robert Scragg and Allison & Busby Books. It is a contemporary British police procedure with a classic feel.
Scragg creates a great sense of place; the geography and settings are detailed and well developed. The characters are interesting, and credible; conversations drive the plot. Everyday activities are interspersed with the search for answers. There are abundant suspects, and everyone has secrets. None are really who they seem to be. The pacing is appropriate, and little details make the story pertinent and compelling. The plot moves slowly yet deliberately, and the suspense increases as each piece of the puzzle falls into place. In the end, there are secrets, shocks, and startling revelations.
“All That is Buried” pulls readers along and ends with a surprise. I received a review copy from Robert Scragg and Allison & Busby Books. It is a contemporary British police procedure with a classic feel.
tashaw96's review against another edition
4.0
Another great book, third in this series and have really enjoyed following Porter and Styles!
This didn’t disappoint! Great snippets into the criminals life, giving you little hints but never enough for me to make a correct guess!
A great ending to the case and the twist at the very end was great!
Safe to say I can’t wait for the fourth book!
This didn’t disappoint! Great snippets into the criminals life, giving you little hints but never enough for me to make a correct guess!
A great ending to the case and the twist at the very end was great!
Safe to say I can’t wait for the fourth book!
janels03's review against another edition
5.0
I would like to thank NetGalley, the author Robert Scragg and the publishers Allison & Busby for this free reader's copy in exchange for an honest review of this book.
It took me a little while to get used to the two main characters in this story as this is the third book in the series and is the first book in the series that I have read. However, I very quickly learned who was who and their role.
A young girl, Libby Hallforth, aged seven, goes missing from a funfair and DI Jake Porter and DS Nick Styles find themselves on the case. The case very quickly goes cold due to very little evidence and lack of witnesses A re-enactment takes place which leads to a possible sighting which then reveals another unpleasant crime scene. Childrens bodies buried, but is one that of Libby. The two detectives are hindered by press intrusion and their boss wanting answers. I love the interaction between DI Jake Porter and DS Nick Styles. They are like chalk and cheese but have a great working relationship. The story is fast moving and full of intrigue. Will definitely be reading more by this author. I really enjoyed the writing style.
It took me a little while to get used to the two main characters in this story as this is the third book in the series and is the first book in the series that I have read. However, I very quickly learned who was who and their role.
A young girl, Libby Hallforth, aged seven, goes missing from a funfair and DI Jake Porter and DS Nick Styles find themselves on the case. The case very quickly goes cold due to very little evidence and lack of witnesses A re-enactment takes place which leads to a possible sighting which then reveals another unpleasant crime scene. Childrens bodies buried, but is one that of Libby. The two detectives are hindered by press intrusion and their boss wanting answers. I love the interaction between DI Jake Porter and DS Nick Styles. They are like chalk and cheese but have a great working relationship. The story is fast moving and full of intrigue. Will definitely be reading more by this author. I really enjoyed the writing style.
kathijo63's review against another edition
5.0
Thanks to THE Book Club Reviewer Group for a copy of this book.
Although I did not read the first 2 books in this series, I had no problems following along. It was a quick read that kept me engrossed the whole time. There were some twists and turns that I did not see coming.
I would definitely read more by this author - and others in this series with these characters.
Although I did not read the first 2 books in this series, I had no problems following along. It was a quick read that kept me engrossed the whole time. There were some twists and turns that I did not see coming.
I would definitely read more by this author - and others in this series with these characters.
annarella's review
5.0
It's the first book I read in this series and won't surely be the last as it's gripping and entertaining.
i loved the fleshed out cast of characters, the well crafted plot and the solid mystery.
The style of writing is excellent and the author is a good storyteller.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
i loved the fleshed out cast of characters, the well crafted plot and the solid mystery.
The style of writing is excellent and the author is a good storyteller.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
kaz_loves_books's review
5.0
This is my review of All That Is Buried by Robert Scragg. It’s the third book in the DI Jake Porter and DS Nick Styles series which is set in London.
Libby Hallforth goes to the local fair with her parents one afternoon. She is taking some pictures on her phone when a man comes up behind her and surprises her. Later that afternoon she is reported missing to the police by her parents. One of the main questions is why wait two hours to report her missing? They find her smashed phone at the fair with her blood on the screen but other then that, no other trace of her, no leads and one witness who saw her without her parents.
About five months later, they get a report of a sighting of Libby at a park. They pull out all the stops to try and find her in the park. No sign of Libby but what they do find is so unexpected, it’s terrifying. On a small island in the lake, they find a gravesite with multiple human remains buried there in a clearing. Roses have been planted there and it seems like someone has been taking good care of the area regularly. One thing is ruled out and that the remains are too old to be Libby. Unfortunately, sky news have snuck onto the island and broadcast the news before DI Porter can inform the family so they get to hear without being told officially. This causes its own problems.
DI Porter refuses to give up the hunt for Libby, even though the trail has gone cold and now he has a new case on his hands which has to take priority. Who would want to kidnap children to then kill them and bury them in this way? Some of the remains were older than others. It seemed they had all been buried within the last five years. They were waiting on DNA tests to see if there hits to try and identify the remains. They wanted to try and work out what made this killer tick. To try and stop him before he struck again. But they needed something to go on.
This book grabbed me from the start and I didn’t want to put it down. I truly enjoyed reading it and I want to read the other two in the series as well. The story is descriptive and flows well. This could well be another series I could get into.
Libby Hallforth goes to the local fair with her parents one afternoon. She is taking some pictures on her phone when a man comes up behind her and surprises her. Later that afternoon she is reported missing to the police by her parents. One of the main questions is why wait two hours to report her missing? They find her smashed phone at the fair with her blood on the screen but other then that, no other trace of her, no leads and one witness who saw her without her parents.
About five months later, they get a report of a sighting of Libby at a park. They pull out all the stops to try and find her in the park. No sign of Libby but what they do find is so unexpected, it’s terrifying. On a small island in the lake, they find a gravesite with multiple human remains buried there in a clearing. Roses have been planted there and it seems like someone has been taking good care of the area regularly. One thing is ruled out and that the remains are too old to be Libby. Unfortunately, sky news have snuck onto the island and broadcast the news before DI Porter can inform the family so they get to hear without being told officially. This causes its own problems.
DI Porter refuses to give up the hunt for Libby, even though the trail has gone cold and now he has a new case on his hands which has to take priority. Who would want to kidnap children to then kill them and bury them in this way? Some of the remains were older than others. It seemed they had all been buried within the last five years. They were waiting on DNA tests to see if there hits to try and identify the remains. They wanted to try and work out what made this killer tick. To try and stop him before he struck again. But they needed something to go on.
This book grabbed me from the start and I didn’t want to put it down. I truly enjoyed reading it and I want to read the other two in the series as well. The story is descriptive and flows well. This could well be another series I could get into.
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