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Robyn Devara Mysteries Series

This series delves into the life of a field biologist whose work in a remote town centers on the conservation of endangered species and old-growth forests. Follow her intricate efforts to balance professional duties with the impact on the local community and environment. The narratives explore themes of environmental ethics, isolation, and the clash between conservation and economic interests. It's a compelling look at personal sacrifice and moral dilemmas set against the backdrop of the wilderness.

Gefährliche Gewächse
The Red Heron
Hoot to Kill

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  1. 1

    Hoot to Kill

    • 304 pages
    • 11 hours of reading
    3.6(39)Add rating

    Set in the remote logging town of Marten Valley, the story follows Robyn Devara, a field biologist dedicated to surveying old-growth forests for spotted owls. While her work is crucial for the conservation of the endangered species, it also poses significant challenges for the local community. As she navigates her professional responsibilities and the isolation of her personal life, Robyn grapples with the complexities of her mission and its impact on both the environment and the townspeople.

    Hoot to Kill
  2. 2

    The Red Heron

    • 285 pages
    • 10 hours of reading
    3.8(29)Add rating

    In this second Robyn Devara mystery, environmental concerns escalate as poison contaminates a wetland, but the situation intensifies when a sniper targets Devara’s project. The plot thickens with bizarre twists, including sabotage that leads to a murder involving a dead man found alongside a garden gnome and a pack of Polaroids. As Devara navigates these challenges, the stakes rise, blending ecological themes with a thrilling investigation.

    The Red Heron
  3. 3

    Gefährliche Gewächse

    3.5(4)Add rating

    Tod im Dschungel Costa Ricas: Die Biologin Robyn Devara soll mit einem großen Forscherteam nach einer unbekannten Papageienart forschen. Dann aber sterben zwei ihrer Mitarbeiter an Skorpionbissen, obwohl es in Costa Rica keine tödlichen Skorpione gibt, zwei weitere Männer sterben an Schlangenbissen, weil das Gegenserum aus Robyns Tasche entfernt wurde, und auch Robyn entkommt nur mit viel Glück einer todbringenden Schlange. Die Biologin, die lange einen Wilderer in Verdacht hatte, ihrem Team das Leben schwer zu machen, weiß plötzlich: Hier geht es um mehr als eine paar kostbare Papageien.

    Gefährliche Gewächse