Meet DCI Lesley Clarke. She’s a straight-talking city copper who doesn’t suffer fools gladly… and she’s been transferred to rural Dorset.
After being injured in a bomb attack, Lesley is presented with a choice – early retirement, or a period of respite in a calmer location.
But things don’t stay calm for long.
Before she’s even started her new job, Lesley is dragged into investigating a murder at one of England’s most iconic landmarks, the imposing Corfe Castle.
Lesley must hit the ground running. Can she get along with her new partner DS Dennis Frampton, a traditionalist who doesn’t appreciate her style? How will she navigate the politics of a smaller force where she’s a bigger, and less welcome, fish? And most importantly, can she solve the murder before the killer strikes again?
The Corfe Castle Murders is a compelling, character-driven mystery perfect for fans of Ruth Rendell, Colin Dexter, Faith Martin and Joy Ellis.
This is a great start to a new series, with diverse characters and clues And a dangerous killer with so much to lose. It is a fascinating character-driven mystery and great read If you enjoy crime thrillers this is just what you need! This is the first in a new series of Dorset crime books That are definitely great reads and worth more than a look. DCI Lesley Clarke is moving to start a new job there For six months she’ll stay for a quiet time and to take care After a bomb left her injured, she needs to recover But on the day before she starts, a murdered body she’ll discover With a new team she needs to get to know This will be a stressful time from the word go. With new relationships to develop and colleagues to meet This totally won’t be the quiet meet and greet! With archaeologists and secrets, adultery, murder and lies, Every revelation is often another surprise My thanks to publisher and author who Gave me a copy of this book with no obligation to review.
UK – https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0989Y2J2R
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