The Crocodile Bird

I found this to be a compelling read ... presented in multiple time frames but all told by a young girl finding her way into the world after what can only be described as a bizarre upbringing ... it would have been easy to take these elements and create a confusing and unreadable narrative, but Rend......more

One of Rendell’s finest works, combining the right mix of thrills with atmosphere. The story, set in rural England, tells the tale of a young girl whose mother has severely sheltered her from all aspects of the world. She does not associate with young people her age, she does not go to school, she r......more

Ruth Rendell is not your typical formula crime/mystery writer. i.e. Create a flawed detective, male or female, doesn't matter, give him or her a side kick or a love interest or both. Create an interesting backdrop. Now, create a ruthless, sadistic killer, serial killers and pedophiles being in parti......more