"Abell's sterling third outing for ex-detective Jake Jackson (after Death in a Lonely Place) is a taut, atmospheric whodunit that revolves around an archaeological dig in England. . . . The setting recalls Tana French's In the Woods, but Abell's prose is singularly searing and evocative. This will stun series fans and newcomers alike." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Terrific characters, locations, action and suspense, all floating on an easy charm in the writing and a deep love of the genre--this series is irresistible." -- Lee Child

"The Jake Jackson books get better and better. I loved this excursion into the distant past. Atmospheric and chilling but also humorous and always humane." -- Elly Griffiths, author of The Last Remains

"What a gorgeous read. It has the halo of an instant classic. This is a deep, searching novel, as preoccupied with human nature and ordinary evil as it is with detection." -- A. J. Finn, #1 bestselling author of The Woman in the Window, on Death Under a Little Sky

"What a joy to spend time with these characters again! An immersive, intelligent delight with huge atmosphere and heart. My favourite new crime series." -- Lucy Foley on Death in a Lonely Place