Books by Ruth Harris

For fans of Nora Ephron—Women's fiction meets cozy mystery in the Big Apple. 

From a snooty charity gala in Manhattan to a blizzard at a Russian army barracks, fashion editor turned PR pro, Blake Weston, and NYPD cop, Ralph Marino, her handsome, sexy husband, must work together to solve the murder of a Wall Street Midas.

A Park Avenue blonde with Walmart roots, Renay Porter says she wants a divorce from her super-rich husband, but wouldn’t murder be easier—and more profitable?

A Park Avenue blonde with a North Shore pedigree, social butterfly Muffy Astor knows—and tells—everything about everyone. Or does she?

A Park Avenue blonde with a juicy trust fund, Cynthia Blair, knew her husband was a fortune hunter when she married him, but now she’s stuck with him—and a Vuitton bag containing a blood-soaked shirt.

Can Blake’s snark, brains and pepper spray catch the killer before she becomes the next victim?

“Loved it! One ex-cop who doesn’t want help solving a murder. One current wife whose help he needs to catch the killer. One couple meant for each other who fall in love all over again after decades of marriage. Funny, exciting and very romantic.” —Verified Purchase Reader Review

Three women, three decades. This NYT bestseller spans the years from the optimistic post-War 1940s to the Mad Men 1950s and rebellious “Make Love, Not War” 1960s. “The songs we sang, the clothes we wore, the way we made love. Absolutely perfect" —Publisher's Weekly

When Carlys Webber's loving husband turns into an angry stranger, she is tempted to find comfort in the arms of a handsome colleague. "Sharply and stylishly written. Harris writes with intellect, insight and humor." —Chicago Sun-Times

Rich girl, poor girl. Sisters and strangers. Until murder—and the man they both love—bring them face to face. "Spectacular, richly plotted. This glittering novel is first-class entertainment." —NY Times

Three modern women--and the men in their lives. The right men. The wrong men. The maybe men. "Superb! Harris knows how to create characters that are alive and familiar. These three women, Lincky, Jane and Elly, are like old friends, women we've all known. Their experiences, hopes and fears are universal. You'll love Modern Women!” —West Coast Review of Books

Set in the glittering, champagne-fizzed 1920s, this epic love story is about a brave and handsome war reporter and the beautiful, brilliant fashion designer he adores. "Gloriously romantic! —Kirkus "Delightful, de-lovely and de-vine!" —JRG News

A love story set in an African animal rescue sanctuary

They rescue orphaned animals, but can they rescue each other?

“Wow! What a story. The beginning cut deep. I feared and worried during the middle, and cried happy tears at the end. A master storyteller coaxed me through a maze of fascinating, brilliant, tragic, and heartwarming twists and turns and left me feeling uplifted and satisfied, but yearning for more of the lovable Zuri, quirky Boozie, majestic Maise, and the delightful Renny and Starlight. ZURI slides to the top of my favorite books of 2020!” Sue Coletta, bestselling author

Three wives at the end of their rope. They love their husbands, but…

“OMG, this book is hysterical! I had to stop in my tracks and remind myself that the author didn't know MY husband.” —Amazon Reviewer

“A must read book for every wife. Most of us have wished there was a place to send your husband when they just don't get it. Loved the humor.” —Kindle Reviewer

A CIA Political Historical Thriller (Killer Thrillers)

a political psy-ops thriller, is based on top secret, real-life CIA mind control psychiatric experiments that turns American student volunteers into suicide bombers.

“Thrills, suspense, terror. I dare you to put it down!" —Bob Mayer, former Green Beret and million-copy bestselling author

An Historical Political Medical Thriller is about a brilliant, idealistic doctor who rises from rural poverty to riches and international celebrity only to find himself the target of an international conspiracy reaching from the inner sanctums of the White House to savage waterfront slums in the Eastern Mediterranean.

“Powerful! Brilliant!  Slick and sexy. A big seller written by pros who know how to tell a story." —Publishers Weekly

"Truly one of the best books I've ever read! I luuuvvved the international jet-setting element, and the characters were each riveting in their own unique ways. If I could give it 10-Stars, I would! It's that good!!!" — bestselling author DD Scott