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Their Lost Daughters

Jackman & Evans, Book 2

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Their Lost Daughters

By: Joy Ellis
Narrated by: Richard Armitage
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Introducing Audible Exclusive Their Lost Daughters, the first in the Jackman and Evans crime series, written by Joy Ellis, Audible's breakthrough crime author of 2018.

Deep in the muddy fields of the Lincolnshire Fens, a teenage girl is found wandering, delirious, claiming to have been drugged at a party. Metres away, the drowned body of another girl is found on an isolated beach. And all this on a small stretch of land where, nearly 10 years ago, the shocking disappearance of a young girl remains an open case.

For DI Rowan Jackman and DS Marie Evans, the pressure is on to bring the perpetrators of these shocking crimes to justice. Are the crimes linked? Who are these young girls? And what on earth is going on under the green and pastured land of the Lincolnshire Fens?

An Amazon Kindle number one best seller, Their Lost Daughters by Joy Ellis is performed by the incredible Richard Armitage (The Hobbit) and available exclusively at Audible. Be prepared for your pulse to rise and your nights to be disturbed as our breakthrough crime author of 2018 weaves her dark web of mystery. Perfect for fans of Sarah A. Denzil, LJ Ross and Denzil Meyrick.

About the author

Joy Ellis is not your ordinary newcomer to crime fiction. She started work in the 1960s as an apprentice florist in Covent Garden before opening her own flower shop in Lincolnshire. Later in life, she began to consider a career change towards crime writing and attended a workshop in Greece led by Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole. Ellis has now left the flowers behind and dedicates her life to writing gritty crime thrillers set in the Fens, where she lives with her police officer partner.

About the narrator

Richard Armitage is a British actor known for his vast array of film, television and theatre work, including The Hobbit, Spooks and The Crucible. His trademark baritone voice has earned him recognition, too, through his performance on many notable audiobooks as well as in TV and radio show narration.

His audiobook credits include The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde featured in The Monster Collection, David Copperfield, and Angela Carter's The Bloody Chamber, and this experience shines through in Armitage's gripping performance of Their Lost Daughters.

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Four missing girls. One unforgettable mystery.

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Editorial reviews

"Put your headphones on, turn your Wi-Fi off, clear your diary and take a ride with DI Jackman and DS Evans. As you listen to Their Lost Daughters they will start to feel like old friends, and you will live through their triumphs and traumas on the trail of one of the most wantonly twisted crimes ever to grace an audiobook. The book is harrowing at times but never overdone. It's as heartfelt as it is disturbing. In the run up to the final, brilliantly executed twist, it is almost clinically impossible to press the pause button." - Gabriel, Audible Editor

"Checking my home for intruders isn't one of my standard nighttime rituals, but after listening to Their Lost Daughters, I found myself doing just that. In this chilling narrative, Joy Ellis expertly plays on your deepest fears and delivers a satisfying, shocking twist that no crime aficionado could predict. It bears all the hallmarks of great TV shows like Broadchurch, and with powerful narration from Richard Armitage you genuinely feel part of the action as the hunt to find the killer intensifies. I urge you to experience it in all its glory." - Jess, Audible Editor

Our favorite moments from Their Lost Daughters

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Jackman learns of the body on the beach.
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Marie is haunted by an unsolved case.
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The deadly history of the marsh, as told by Gary.
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Jackman introduces the team's newest recruit.
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  • Jackman learns of the body on the beach.
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  • Marie is haunted by an unsolved case.
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  • The deadly history of the marsh, as told by Gary.
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  • Jackman introduces the team's newest recruit.

Critic reviews

"If you’re a crime fiction fanatic, Their Lost Daughters could well be your next obsession." (Digital Spy)

About the Performer

Richard Armitage is an actor widely known for his array of television, film, and theater work, including his roles in the BBC drama Spooks, The Hobbit trilogy, Ocean’s 8, and the acclaimed production of The Crucible at The Old Vic in London. His trademark baritone voice has earned him recognition, too, through his performances on many notable audiobooks as well as in TV and radio show narration. This experience shines through in Armitage’s gripping performance of Their Lost Daughters, where he plays host to a plethora of characters.

About the Author

Joy Ellis started her career as a flower-seller in the 1960s and went on to open her own florist business. When recession hit the UK, she was forced to change her career and became a bookseller. While attending a writing course in Greece, she gained a mentor: popular novelist Sue Townsend. She now lives in The Fens with her partner Jacqueline, where the flatlands and marshes provide inspiration for her eerie plot lines.

Intricate Plot • Unexpected Twists • Distinctive Character Voices • Atmospheric Setting • Complex Storylines

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An engrossing and well written story. It ducks you in and keeps you craving more. of course Richard Armitage is the sexiest voice of all time, but he is also mega talented with his wide breadth of character voices. I can't wait for the next book in the series.

Wonderful!!

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I love detective, suspense and mystery stories. This was all. This was one of the best because it was intelligent, interesting and though you can guess some things, it really is full of surprises. Different aspects all come together for a satisfying wrap up.

Intricate!

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This is a really great story, Full of rich characters that you can really come to like, as well as a great plot and lots of twists and turns that are unexpected. The narration was wonderful as well. Held my attention from the very first paragraph until the very last. As soon as it ended I looked up more books by this author and I’m about to listen to the first one in this series, which I had never heard of before. I hope it’s as good as this one

Brilliant book - story and narration

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I really enjoyed this book. I saw another reviewer state that if you like the show Broadchurch, you'll like this book. I wholeheartedly agree. It was a great one!

Couldn't stop listening

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Joy Ellis has quickly risen to be my favorite author. Her books are full of intrigue, but she really shines in character development. Her characters are ones you truly care about. Included in her cast is the setting. The Fen plays well as a backdrop for her stories. If possible, listen to them on Audible. Richard Armitage is a masterful reader. Each character’s voice is unique and
distinct. He switches between each voice and accent effortlessly. I have listened to this story multiple times and I discover more nuances each time. I can not recommend this story, author and series any more highly! Ten stars!!!

A mystery that captures your heart and soul.

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Audibles order is wrong. Maybe the people who thought the characters were confusing would have found it easier if they read the first one first? Anyway I love this series so far, very relaxing considering the murder and mayhem.

This is the second book, not the first!

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The story moves along and is interesting with many clues along the way to keep you guessing. The narration is fantastic!

Richard Armitage narration is great

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I really liked the story and dialog and the different British slang. Richard Armitage was very very good with the narration also.

Great read and narration

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Full disclosure: I'd be happy just to hear Richard Armitage read the Periodic Table. Not only does he have a magnificent voice, he is a gifted narrator. But as it went along, I became invested in the lot and interested in finding out whodunnit. The author juggled several plausible suspects, with a satisfying resolution to the mystery. #Suspenseful #Tagsgiving #Sweepstakes

Came for the voice, stayed for the story

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The first book I listened to by Joy Ellis and loved it! British crime series are the best and this book fits in great! The story kept me hooked, couldn’t wait to continue listening to hear the unfolding plot.
Richard Armitage’s narration is amazing; he takes you in to the story by the hand as if you are there, witnessing the scenes. He tells the story, painting you a vocal picture of the characters, not just simply reads it

Twists and turns

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