Carolyn Ruffles Author

Author of mystery, romance and suspense novels. Her first book, The Girl in the Scrapbook, was published in 2018 and Who To Trust followed in 2020.

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The thrilling sequel in the Lightbody Mystery Series

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I am so excited to announce that The Lightbody Bequest is set for publication on 11th July 2024!

Questions in the Suffolk village of Wickthorpe about a girl’s drowning remain unanswered, and dark secrets simmer behind closed doors. When a book aboutMartha Lightbody is discovered, some hope it will resolve the myth of the Wickthorpe Witch, once and for all. Others seek to use the book for their own ends. Plots and superstition abound as the twists and turns of Martha’s story unfold.

And another body is discovered in Dark Water Lake …

Latest book out on 20th August!

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I’ve always been fascinated by magic – those sleight-of-hand illusions which delight, amaze and seem to defy logic – especially vanishing tricks. That’s why the art of disappearing plays a central part in my new novel, The Vanishing Encore. It’s a story of two sisters. Both vanish at different times. But are their disappearances real or illusion?

The Vanishing Encore is a fast-paced romantic thriller which will entice, surprise and keep you hooked – just like all good magic tricks – and I am thrilled to announce that it will be available in paperback and eBook from the 20th August, 2021.

Great feedback for my short story!

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I am very happy that so many of you have enjoyed my short story, Memories Forgotten. Please do encourage others to sign up to my mailing list to receive the free download.

‘Beautifully written and very moving’

‘Extremely heartwarming’

‘A heartfelt portrayal of the emotions of those suffering from dementia’

‘Lovely and sad, deeply real and sweetly optimistic’

‘Certain delicate phrases held me suspended in a place of beauty’

Praise for Memories Forgotten!

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‘Beautifully written and very poignant’ Tom Proctor

‘What a beautiful love story, not just between Alice and her first love Walter that she keeps remembering. But about the love between Alice and her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. You’ve really captured the true essence of the pain and struggle of a person who has dementia. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work.’ Honeycakebooks (Instagram)

‘Sad but joyous’ Penny Ryan

‘It’s beautiful Carolyn…made me cry…well done’ Helen Adams