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In this widely praised debut crime thriller, a high-flying detective leaves London for a fresh start in the countryside—only to find himself on familiar ground hunting for a dangerous killer.
When Jake Jackson inherits his reclusive uncle’s property in the country, the detective seizes the opportunity for a new life away from the hustle of London.
The new home in this charming rural idyll is beautiful and the surroundings are stunning. While the locals are a bit eccentric, they’re also friendly and invite the newcomer to join their annual treasure hunt.
When a young woman’s bones are discovered, Jake finds himself pulled back into the role of detective, and on the trail of a dangerous killer hiding within this most unlikely of settings.
Review:
Ahh, we'd all love to be there- to inherit a peaceful property, enough money in the bank to retire, and a library filled with books and records. heaven, right? But Jake is there to heal- to recover from a divorce he didnt want, and the end of his career (also unexpected). But as he finds the tranquility healing him, like his uncle thought it would, he also has to step in and figure out his uncle's secrets and that of those in his community, that resulted in the death of a young girl, and possibly his uncle. All while finding love and peace. Call it chick lit for men, with a touch of mystery, and this charming book will find it's way quickly into your heart, and FYI this is book 1 in the new series, so YEAH, more to come from Jake!
About the Author:
Stephen "Stig" Paul Abell is an English journalist, newspaper editor and radio presenter. Abell educated at Loughborough Grammar School, and went on to graduate with a double first in English from Emmanuel College, Cambridge.
In September 2001, Abell joined the Press Complaints Commission as a complaints officer; he completed other roles at the PCC including press officer, assistant director and deputy director before being appointed Director of the PCC on 19 December 2010. In August 2013, Abell joined The Sun as managing editor, his role until the end of April 2016. In May 2016, Abell became the editor of The Times Literary Supplement, where he held the post until June 2020.
He currently co-presents the Monday to Thursday breakfast show on Times Radio with Aasmah Mir.
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