Ruby And Nessa - Ghost Hunters - Box Set 1

Ruby And Nessa - Ghost Hunters #1-4

by Gillian Larkin

A collection of 4 ghost mysteriesA Ghost In The Store Ruby Laurel is a ghost hunter. She locates ghosts who are haunting places – or people. In this first story, Ruby is called upon to investigate a haunting in a supermarket. She soon discovers the ghost of a young woman called Mary Jackson. How is Mary connected to the supermarket? And why is she haunting it? Ruby’s investigation is made more difficult by the arrival of her troublesome younger sister, Nessa. Will Nessa help, or hinder, the investigation?A Ghost In The Pub In this second story, Ruby and Nessa are asked to check out a nasty smell in a pub. They soon discover the ghost of an evil man who is determined to scare them away. According to local sources, the man is a local character called Shifty Sid Simmons who was always on the wrong side of the law. Shifty Sid hasn’t been seen for decades. Why is he suddenly haunting The Red Lion pub?A Ghost In The Garden Ruby and Nessa are called in to investigate a haunting in an apartment building. They soon discover the building used to be a school. Something tragic happened years ago to one of the pupils, and the child’s ghost now haunts the apartment. The Laurel sisters are determined to help the ghost; but as they do so, they are in for a shock.A Ghost In The Church Reverend Goodwin calls the sisters in to deal with a ghost in his church. The ghost is affecting a particular group of men. The disturbances began three weeks ago when a local man, Leonard Bradley, was laid to rest. Ruby and Nessa suspect Leonard’s ghost is haunting the church and begin their investigations. But their investigations take an unexpected turn.

Genres: Paranormal

207 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 31, 2016

About the author

I'm an avid fan of mystery stories. I started reading Agatha Christie novels at an early age. My favourite fiction detective is Poirot, I love his fussy ways and his attention to small details. I love the TV series, 'Murder She Wrote' and have watched every episode. I like working out who the killer is, and what the clues are.

I live near Leeds, Yorkshire, which is in the north of England. My two daughters live with me and they are understanding about my passion for mystery shows! I've now discovered 'Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries'.

I've been wanting to write my own mystery stories for years - and now I finally have.

You can visit my website, and connect with me. To get a free pdf copy of 'A Different Shade of Death', sign up to my newsletter.

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Reviews

[Frances · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Books

If you are looking for scary ghost stories that's not what these books are about. If you are looking for heartwarming stories that show memories and love don't fade just because we die you'll enjoy these books. The stories are as much about the living as they are about the ghosts. I can't wait to read more about Ruby and Nessa.

[Susan C. Bonham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved them.

I loved each and every one of these stories. To see the sisters help one another become who they really are was heartwarming. And it is very easy to fall in love with this little town. This would also make a wonderful series on TV. I highly recommend this book for all ages.

[Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

all of these short stories were good. I especially liked the last one about Olive Potts. You made them sound really believable. Each one had a happy ending but all in a different way. Keep up the good work.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ghost hunters are such fun books to read. And Gillian Larkin has put together a series of ghost stories. They are short stories so you will read one and just keep going! Always a well written story by the author. Definitely recommend any of her books.

[Roy Hollinshead · Rating 5 out of 5]

Uplifting Yarns

Great characters, cracking stories, very readable with a clear straightforward style that keeps you turning pages to the end. Enjoyed the collection, well done!

[John Zimmermann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read of Ruby and Nessa

This was a great read for me. The characters were likable and amusing. Nessa is a real stitch and compliment to Ruby.

[Debbie Tisdall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful series

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this series. Nessa and Ruby are really relatable and I recommend reading this. Thank you for a wonderful read.

[sharon sobzak · Rating 2 out of 5]

Entertaining

Four quick reads with two sisters who are sensitive to ghosts. The older sister is lonely and the younger sister an inconsistent character. Basic writing.

[Magdel Roets · Rating 4 out of 5]

Larkin at her best. Her stories in unforgettably entertaining.

[Mal Hekeua-hack · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed the whole series. Scary no where near, bit of heartfelt love, tragedy, humor wrapped into each plus.

[Bonnie Dale Keck · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kindle Unlimited, some get that way some freebie sites some her site/email, some have bought other ways and come in different sets/collections

Ruby and Nessa Ghost Hunters Box Set
A Ghost in the Store
A Ghost in the Pub
A Ghost in the Garden
A Ghost in the Church
also 5 book collection includes
A Ghost in the Theatre

Butterworth Mysteries, Storage Ghost Murder, Ghost Storage Mysteries, Julia Blake Murder Mysteries, Second Hand Ghosts, A Pearl and Derek Mystery, A Ray and Cain Mystery, Cara Daniels Cozy Mystery, others

[Gloria Outhet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great fun

I loved the sisters. Gillian has a way with ghosts. These four books are a wonderful way to spend an afternoon.
Thanks Gillian.

[Barbara Hackel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This set of four mysteries is the beginning of the Ruby and Nessa series. Ruby has seen and interacted with ghosts ever since she was a young girl. Her father, a vicar, was comfortable with this, however her mother was upset and could not accept the fact that her daughter could communicate with the dead. So Ruby moved away and began her solitary life as a ghost hunter. She left behind a younger sister, Nessa (Vanessa), who became a handful for her parents to manage. When she ended up at the police station after many bad choices, her parents decided she should go live with Ruby for a total change of scenery. This is where the story opens. The sisters are in a supermarket after hours trying to make contact with a ghost.

The stories in this set have a variety of settings and circumstances that are interesting and sometimes sad, but never really terrifying. A set of supporting characters are a huge asset to the sisters as well as the stories. Interestingly enough, most of Ruby's friends are older-65 and up to 97. Their ages are soon forgotten or used to inject a little humor as our 97 year old often needs assistance. The books are consecutive and each totally different ghosts, problems and resolutions.

If you like a light paranormal story (with no nightmares!) you will enjoy Ms Larkin's newest contributions to ghost tales that are fun to read.

[Sharon Grow · Rating 4 out of 5]

These books are set in England and contain no violence or sexual content. Ruby Laurel is a ghost hunter and ghosts have contacted Ruby, over the years, for her help. Her younger sister, Nessa, joins her as Ruby is trying to find out who the ghost is that is haunting a market. Ruby eventually learns that the ghost is Mary Jackson who was born in 1898. Mary was a young unwed mother whose child was taken away from her she gave birth. Mary has unresolved issues that deal with her baby’s father (and all young fathers) who left her and had no interest in her or their child. Ruby investigates and finds that this issue has continued through the years and involves the young owner of the market. Nessa is there when Mary appears and is not happy with Ruby’s ghost hunting, at first, but later agrees to move in with Ruby and aid her in her ghost hunting.
This was a very entertaining, lighthearted, short story that has an ending that explains the “what and why” of Mary Jackson. I thoroughly enjoyed this short story as well as the other three that follow as Ruby and Nessa help with the ghosts in the Pub, the Garden and the Church. I did receive a free copy of this book in return for an honest and fair review. I believe the first story is now available for free and some of the others may be available if you have Kindle Unlimited. (by paytonpuppy)

[Kay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Box set of four stories about a brand new ghost hunting duo, Ruby and Tessa. Other interesting and regular characters also join them in these excellent shorts...and don't forget the ghosts!

I love all Larkin's stories, and these are of her usual very high standard. They are fun, humorous, well written, serious, heartbreaking, and spot on with regard to family/sisterly relationships.

You can tell that the author enjoyed writing these - it shows. Enjoy!

I was given a digital copy of this in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

[Vicki Highley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read Gillian Larkin's Julia Blake's cozy mysteries and the Storage Ghost Murder mysteries. I really enjoyed the Ruby and Nessa - Ghost Hunters series. In this box set there are four books.
A Ghost in the Store - this one tells you how Ruby who hunts ghosts for people and talks them into leaving is joined by her sister who thinks she is crazy. A Ghost in the Pub is a good story. But A Ghost in the Garden is by far my favorite of the four stories. A Ghost in the Church is quite surprising. The characters and stories are a little more darker that the one's in her other books, but that's what makes them enjoyable. I hope Gillian continues this series. I would love to see how the sister's relationship grows and I would love to see how Ruby grows with having Nessa back in her life.

I received a copy for a fair and honest review.

[Montzalee Wittmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ruby And Nessa - Ghost Hunters - Box Set 1 by Gillian Larkin is a charming box of short stories about two sisters that work to help ghost in need so they will stop haunting a place. Each story is unique and has a twist to it. Great ghost stories, mysteries, family story of the two sisters, great dialogue that rings true, and lots of action. The plots are well thought out and the characters are well developed. I loved each story. Great job. I received this book for a honest review. I loved them so much I bought more sets!

[Carolyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful story lines

I love all the characters and how fully the author has developed them and they stay true from one story to the next. The tales are acceptable for young readers as well as old. I would recommend this author to anyone wanting a delightful and intriguing read with a paranormal twist!

[Olivia Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great new ghost helpers

Love these new ghost helpers. Great writing, content and relationships. I really enjoy the sisters. Covers personal problems family and others. Very good stories.

[Larry L Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ghost Hunters Supreme!

Refreshing, delightful and heart warming. Larkin has done it again. With the addition of a new character, the stories have a new perspective and purpose. These stories are fresh and imaginative with wonderful outcomes.

[PJ Lea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Two sisters, four great tales.

Ms Larkin writes brilliant cozy mysteries. Ruby and Nessa are great and it's good seeing their relationship develop through the books.
Each story is a progression, yet all are very different. All are exciting and have wonderful conclusions too.

[Beth Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Keep it up

Very good a bit of mystery and ghosts. Rose and Nessa help ghosts and the living with their adventures, with just a bit of intrigue of their own lives

[Lynda Bowles · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delightful

Wonderful story looking forward to reading the next one in the series. Keep up the great work. Love the characters of Ruby and Nessa.

[Sue Bradshaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant

Fantastic as always from gillian Larkin. I loved the character's and storylines and hope to read more. Highly recommend this set. Xxxx

[Melinda Labuscagne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I LOVED ALL 4 BOOKS. I hope there is more

[Liette · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great bookset. Ruby and Nessa are a great team. Long live the sisters.