Portobello Author:Ruth Rendell A suspense novel from a favorite mystery writer, Ruth Rendell. The story centers around a broad cross-section of Londoners who become involved in one another's lives, seemingly by accident. The rich and poor are living and working in close quarters, all in or near London's famous Portobello Road. A lost envelope full of cash and a Good Samaritan... more »'s spontaneous act of kindness are the inciting actions in this rich tapestry, leading to love, hatred, obsession, and--of course--murder for the huge and varied cast of characters. Rendell is brilliant in her observations of human nature and PORTOBELLO is an interesting read from start to finish.« less