In the prologue we meet Jackie Moran and in chapter one we meet Lorna Spence, then when the body of a young woman is found on Midsummer \common we meet DC Gary Goodhew a new young detective at Cambridge’s Parkside Station.
In the prologue we meet Jackie Moran and in chapter one we meet Lorna Spence, then when the body of a young woman is found on Midsummer \common we meet DC Gary Goodhew a new young detective at Cambridge’s Parkside Station.
The story follows the lives of the suspects and the police in almost equal measures, which made for a balanced view for the reader. DI Marks is both impressed and alarmed by his newest detective, who clearly has his own methods, ones that if not curtailed many could end his career. Whereas DC Kincaide is following his own agenda which does not in any way coincide with Gary’s.
A second killing pushes Gary to take risks all the while nursing hopes that the outcome won’t be what he fears.
I loved the writing and found all the characters well fleshed out. Whilst an interesting murder mystery, much of the holding factor of the book lies in the complex relationships within families and the work place.
An excellent debut novel, well paced, and gripping. I hope that this is the start of a series.
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Lizzie Hayes