Stiff News

In a quiet English village, the tranquility is abruptly shattered when the local newspaper editor is found dead under suspicious circumstances. The intriguing case draws the keen attention of detective inspector C.D. Sloan, a meticulous investigator with a knack for unearthing the truth hidden beneath layers of small-town secrets. Armed with his sharp wit and an unwavering sense of justice, Sloan is determined to unravel the mystery.

As he delves deeper into the lives of the villagers, Sloan discovers that behind the façade of pastoral charm lies a web of dark relationships, rivalries, and long-held grudges. Each interview reveals new layers of complexity, pulling him further into a world where loyalty is often misplaced and everyone harbors their own secrets. The more he learns, the more complicated the motives become.

Sloan’s investigation not only challenges his analytical skills but also forces him to grapple with unexpected personal dilemmas. As he races against time to catch a cunning killer, he learns that in life, just like in journalism, the news can often be more complex—and deadly—than it seems.