Holy Island

Holy Island by LJ Ross launches the bestselling DCI Ryan mystery series with a cracking blend of atmosphere, intrigue and wintry menace. Set on Lindisfarne off the Northumbrian coast, this British crime thriller makes the most of its windswept setting—ancient ruins, tight-knit locals and secrets that don’t stay buried for long.

Detective Chief Inspector Ryan arrives on the island hoping for quiet after being forced away from homicide work. Days before Christmas, a young woman’s body is discovered near the priory, dragging him straight back into a case that feels uncomfortably close to home. When Dr Anna Taylor returns as a police consultant, personal history complicates an already tangled investigation, where island politics and hints of pagan ritual cloud every lead.

Perfect for readers who love police procedurals, coastal noir vibes, and puzzle-driven mysteries with a strong sense of place.

Step onto Holy Island and see why this series has hooked so many crime fiction fans.