Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
352
Language
English
Published
Aug 7, 2008
Publisher
Piatkus
ISBN-10
0749908815
ISBN-13
9780749908812
Description
In a quiet corner of England, the serenity is shattered by a shocking murder that defies logic and comprehension. DI Wesley Peterson finds himself at the center of a case shrouded in mystery when he discovers the lifeless body of Charles Marrick, a man with a seemingly unremarkable life. The crime scene presents an unsettling tableau that draws Peterson into a dark investigation where nothing is as it seems.
As he delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding Marrick's death, Peterson encounters a labyrinth of hidden secrets and tangled relationships that lead him down unexpected paths. With each clue he uncovers, the narrative thickens, revealing a sinister motive that connects the past to the present. Mysterious figures emerge from the shadows, their intentions unclear, as Peterson races against time to untangle the web of deceit surrounding the victim.
The case also challenges Peterson’s own understanding of human nature, forcing him to confront his instinctual assumptions. He balances professional commitment with personal encounters, navigating through a maze of misleading evidence and buried truths. As he pieces together the clues, he realizes that solving this murder may reveal deeper revelations about the darkness lurking beneath the surface of ordinary lives.
As he delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding Marrick's death, Peterson encounters a labyrinth of hidden secrets and tangled relationships that lead him down unexpected paths. With each clue he uncovers, the narrative thickens, revealing a sinister motive that connects the past to the present. Mysterious figures emerge from the shadows, their intentions unclear, as Peterson races against time to untangle the web of deceit surrounding the victim.
The case also challenges Peterson’s own understanding of human nature, forcing him to confront his instinctual assumptions. He balances professional commitment with personal encounters, navigating through a maze of misleading evidence and buried truths. As he pieces together the clues, he realizes that solving this murder may reveal deeper revelations about the darkness lurking beneath the surface of ordinary lives.
Genres
Mystery
Crime