The brand-new gripping crime thriller in the popular Detective Roy and Roscoe series.

A murdered beauty influencer. A buried secret waiting to surface. A killer who’s already one step ahead.

In the picturesque Warwickshire town of Queensbridge, a retired nurse escapes to her hotel room looking for peace from the chaos of her great-nephew’s rowdy thirtieth birthday party. But to her horror she witnesses a brutal crime from her balcony — a young woman strangled in the room opposite.

Detective Sergeant Sunita Roy — staying at the same hotel after attending a nearby wedding — is first on the scene, and quickly realises this isn’t a random attack. The victim, glamorous beauty influencer Candy Goodhope, was living a double life — and everyone close to her has something to hide.

Roy’s boss, DCI Gavin Roscoe, takes charge of the investigation, and as the pair follow the trail, another brutal killing tears through the town. Roy is sure there’s a link between both murders, but Roscoe isn’t convinced.

But as Roy digs deeper, she closes in on a secret so dangerous someone will kill to protect it.

Because in this town, the past never stays buried — and even the dead still have a voice.

Perfect for fans of Peter James, Angela Marsons, Peter Robinson and Joy Ellis — gripping, character-driven detective mysteries set in the heart of England.

MEET THE DETECTIVES:
DS Sunita Roy is a sharp and meticulous detective who is unshakeable under pressure. Guided by her instincts and keen eye for detail, Sunita excels at piecing together the puzzles that others miss. With a strong sense of duty and determination, she’s not afraid to challenge authority, but her ability to connect with people makes her a formidable investigator.

DCI Gavin Roscoe is a seasoned detective with decades of experience, known for his steady hand and unflappable demeanour. A stickler for procedure and deeply committed to his team, Roscoe’s traditional approach to policing has earned him both respect and the occasional clash with younger detectives. Though gruff and no-nonsense, his dry wit and quiet compassion make him an invaluable mentor, guiding his team through the darkest of cases with wisdom and grit.

READERS LOVE THE ROY AND ROSCOE SERIES:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Another great story in a smashing series! . . . Warm and very likeable detectives, plenty of twists.’ Alyson R
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘This book is on fire with tension and suspense . . . Bassett paints deliciously vivid word pictures of the Midlands.’ John W
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Brilliant series . . . I ploughed through the remaining titles and WOW absolutely brilliant . . . I NEED more.’ KK
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Another well-paced novel with a terrific plot and well-rounded characters. Thoroughly recommended.’ Nick Stuart