Free Audiobook : By Your Side, by Ruth Jones

Linda Standish has spent thirty-three years piecing together the lives of those who’ve passed alone, working at the council’s Unclaimed Heirs Unit. Now, with retirement on the horizon, she’s ready to swap case files for a quieter life. But her final assignment, the mysterious case of Levi Norman, a Welshman who lived his last five years on a remote Scottish island, pulls her into one last adventure. With her nemesis Fergus Murray in tow and a hearse as their unlikely ride, Linda heads to Storrich, where the rugged beauty of the island hides secrets she’s determined to uncover.

What drew Levi to this isolated place, and who did he leave behind? As Linda digs into his past, she meets a cast of quirky locals who both help and hinder her search, stirring up laughter and unexpected connections. Along the way, she finds herself confronting truths about her own life, from the joys of her bond with her son to the shadows of old wounds. The island’s windswept cliffs and tight-knit community become a backdrop for a journey that’s as much about self-discovery as it is about solving a mystery.

This audiobook, infused with Ruth Jones’s signature warmth and wit, brings to life a story of friendship, love, and second chances. By Your Side is a heartfelt exploration of human connection, blending humor with moments that tug at the heartstrings. Perfect for fans of Jones’s emotional storytelling, this immersive listen will leave you laughing, crying, and rooting for Linda every step of the way.