Cellars (novel)

Cellars is a historical fiction novel by Kate Ellis, published in 2011. Part of the Wesley Peterson series, the novel follows archaeologist Neil Watson as he investigates a network of ancient cellars beneath Exeter, England. His discoveries become intertwined with a modern-day murder case investigated by Detective Inspector Wesley Peterson.

The narrative shifts between the present day investigation and historical flashbacks that explore the lives of individuals connected to the cellars throughout different periods of Exeter's history. Themes explored in Cellars include the impact of the past on the present, the secrets hidden beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary places, and the nature of justice. The novel utilizes the mystery surrounding the cellars to create suspense and connect multiple historical threads. The book is known for its atmospheric setting and intricate plot that blends archaeological findings with crime investigation.