The Missing and the Dead

Helen McAllister mysteriously disappears in the days following her final school day, and ten years later, no trace has been found. The story unfolds through the aftermath of her disappearance, focusing on DI Thomas Maitland, whose career and personal life became impacted by an investigation that ended prematurely. Maitland’s life takes further twists after a fatal road accident, bringing him into the crosshairs of those seeking retribution. The narrative explores themes of grief, accusations, and unresolved tensions in a small village setting.