A Place of Execution

Set against the chilling backdrop of winter 1963 Manchester, A Place of Execution follows the harrowing investigation of 13-year-old Alison Carter's mysterious disappearance. Newly promoted inspector George Bennett grapples with a case marked by dead ends and an insular community's distrust. Decades later, as Bennett shares his story with journalist Catherine Heathcote, he attempts to retract it when new information emerges, prompting her to delve back into the past. This psychological thriller masterfully blurs the lines between reality and illusion, challenging perceptions and expectations throughout its gripping narrative.