The psychic detective

Ruthy Baker, 57, from Colchester, Essex

I groaned as I read the text from my friend Lynn. ‘Fancy coming to see a meidum tonight?’ ‘What a load of codswallop,’ I muttered. Lynn was into all that spiritual stuff, but I was a complete sceptic, thought it was absolute nonsense. But...the pub Lynn was talking about served excellent food. My mouth watered at the thought of a plate of fresh fish ‘n’ chips.

And it was a night out, wasn’t it?

Why not? I thought to myself. At least I’ll have a tasty supper!

I texted Lynn back, arranged to meet her at the pub in New England, in Essex.

‘The medium’s called Ronnie Buckingham. He’s supposed to be