About the book

Anesia makes an emotionally charged return to her Detective Inspector role after a two-year suspension. Her partner, and the father of her children, is behind bars, serving a lengthy prison sentence. As she steps back into the world of law enforcement, she grapples with the fear of how her colleagues will react to her reappearance. Thrown headlong into her role, Anesia faces a seemingly ridiculous case, but one that demands her attention despite its oddity. When a local woman suddenly vanishes, she is entrusted with the investigation. As Anesia delves deeper into the case, she discovers unsettling mysteries compounded by a web of lies.

Setting: Village of Royd in a South Yorkshire Valley

Tone: Cozy, character-led mystery with intrigue rather than gore 

In this book you’ll find an ageing farming community in a remote valley. Will anyone trust a detective returning to her work when he husband is in jail.  A drain is the key, but Anesia does not understand drains. Cozy suspense with atmosphere rather than graphic violence. Perfect for readers who enjoy  village mysteries and small communities with secrets. Gentle but twisty whodunits. Stories you can relax with in the evening.